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Special Event

Event

Kente Cloth Weaving and Yarn Crafts

Rock Creek Park

Fee:

Free.

Location: LAT/LONG: 38.940265, -77.051900


Peirce Mill is located at 2401 Tilden Street NW

Dates & Times

Date:

Saturday, February 21, 2026

Time:

12:00 PM

Duration:

4 hours

Type of Event

Cultural/Craft Demonstration
Other
Partner Program

Description

Come by the mill for a cozy day of yarn crafting. Chapuchi Bobbo Ahiagble, an expert weaver originally from Ghana, will demonstrate traditional Kente cloth weaving and share the fabric’s fascinating history and stories. He’ll also show visitors of all ages how to wind a bobbin and use a cardboard loom. And we’ll have other simple, hands-on yarn crafts to try. This workshop is free, and all ages are welcome!

 

Rain Date: February 22nd

Reservation or Registration: No

Image Gallery

A group of people are gathered around a table watching the craftsman wind a bobbin of yarn.
A group of people are gathered around a table watching the craftsman wind a bobbin of yarn.
Join in on the fun and learn how to weave!
Friends of Peirce Mill
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