Cornhusk Doll-making & Storytelling | at K Art

1:00 p.m. Cornhusk Doll-making Workshop: Discover the art of creating a traditional Haudenosaunee cornhusk doll, guided by techniques passed down through generations with artist Bernadette Scott, Seneca, Deer Clan. This hands-on workshop invites participants of all ages to explore, connect, and share a rich cultural tradition. Experience the joy of creating while engaging in meaningful cultural exchange. Free workshop including supplies.
Registration is required for the Doll-making Workshop, limited spaces available.

2:00 p.m.  Seneca Storytelling: Visitors of all ages are invited to join Seneca Storyteller Leeroa Saraphine White at the new Burchfield Penney Off Center Gallery at K Art for an afternoon celebrating the oral history and traditional stories of the Hodinöhšö:ni:h.

This event is at:
Off Center Gallery at K Art
808 Main Street, Buffalo, NY 14202

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ABOUT LEEORA WHITE
Seneca, Turtle Clan

Leeora White is an enrolled member of the Seneca Nation and Turtle Clan. Leeora resides on the Allegany Territory in Salamanca, NY. Leeora was inspired by her late grandfather, DuWayne “Duce” Bowen, a well-known Seneca Storyteller and published Author, to continue his legacy of storytelling. She is a Seneca mother of 3, and passionate about sharing Seneca culture and history with future generations. 

ABOUT BERNADETTE SCOTT
Seneca, Deer Clan

Bernadette Scott, Onödowa'ga:' (Seneca), deer clan resides on the Seneca Nation, Cattaraugus Territory, currently, a PhD (1st year) student within Indigenous Studies at the University at Buffalo, Board of Trustees member at the Seneca-Iroquois National Museum (SINM) and Haudenosaunee artist. Lifelong learning has always been a way for her to conceptualize and incorporate Haudenosaunee history, art, and personal lived experiences. She received a M.A. in American Studies from the University at Buffalo, B.S. in Audio/Radio Production with a minor in American Indian Studies from the State University of New York at Fredonia, A.A.S. in Travel and Tourism from Paul Smith’s College, Artist in Residency (2022-23) participant, and a featured artist (2017) at the SINM. For 20+ years, Bernadette has been demonstrating and conducting workshops, making traditional Seneca (no-face) cornhusk dolls, flowers, braided cornhusk moccasins, and baskets throughout Turtle Island at libraries, schools, museums, colleges/universities, organizations, and groups of all ages. Incorporating the significances of corn within Haudenosaunee communities, including the Three Sisters, is a vital component to sustaining Our knowledges for future generations.