Ukrainian Egg (Pysanky) Decorating Workshops

132 Main St,Wenham MA 01984

14 May, 2022

Description

Pysanky , a Ukrainian Easter egg, is a traditional folk art craft in the Ukraine. Sign up for a workshop and make your own Pysanky egg. Pysanky, a Ukrainian Easter egg, is a traditional folk art that, according to legend, prevent bad things from happening in the world… as long as enough are made! In this workshop you will learn to make these intricately decorated eggs using the wax-resist method of dying. These workshops are for older artists (age 12 - adults) who will use a candle to melt wax and a special tool, called a kitska, to decorate the eggs. All supplies will be provided. Space is limited, so make sure to reserve your spot soon! A portion of the proceeds will benefit Razom, an organization raising funds to provide critically needed medical supplies to Ukraine. Workshop Details Saturday, May 14, 2022 Morning Workshop : 10:00 - 12:30 pm Members $20; Nonmembers $30 Afternoon Workshop : 1:00 -3:30 pm Members $20; Nonmembers $30 Advanced Registration Required. Please check-in at the Desk upon arrival: 15 minutes before the start of the program. To ensure the safety of all visitors as well as our staff and volunteers, the following adjustments have been made to the visitor experience: Inclement Weather Policy: in the event of current or forecasted inclement weather, the Wenham Museum may need to close its galleries and gift shop. All weather-related closings will be posted on the museum's website and Facebook page at Facebook.com/WenhamMuseum. Questions? Please contact Visitor Services at [email protected] or by phone at (978) 468-2377, ext. 113.