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Crochet Portrait of Xenobia Bailey By Jo Hamilton, 2021, Mixed Crochet Yarn, 32" x 30"
Craft Archive Fellowship
2022
This project is to research the young life at sea and studio Practice of James Forten: A Free Black Male, a master sailmaker. Born to Free Black Parents in 1766 – 1842, in Philadelphia, Pa. As a 14-year-old, he was employed, and a prisoner of war on tall sail ships. He applied his life at sea experience to later advance his craftsmanship as a master sail maker in the shipping ports of Philadelphia.
Location
Philadelphia, PA
EDUCATION
SPECIALIZATION
Institution
Grant amount
$5,000
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Gallery Hours: Closed — Reopening Fall 2019
The Center for Craft is providing emergency relief in response to Hurricane Helene, directing critical resources to the artists of Western North Carolina. Donate now to join us in this effort. The first round of relief funding for $500 grants to artists is now closed. Please check back for details on the second round of recovery funding that will launch soon.
The Center for Craft galleries are now open on a modified schedule Monday through Friday from 10 am to 4 pm. Cowork at Center for Craft is open regular hours for registered Coworkers and 10 am - 4 pm for guests or day passes, offering reliable wifi, access to coffee, and community—free to makers in the region who were impacted. Email cowork@centerforcraft.org to learn more.