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COURSES AND WORKSHOPS *
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Pre-registration and pre-payment are required unless otherwise indicated.
To register please print the brochure on the right, tear off and mail the completed form with your payment
to the Museum. Note:
send one registration form for each person; members may deduct a 10% discount only on their application.
Registrations and payments are also accepted by phone: 212.228.0110 x307.
* All materials covered in the registration fee. Finished objects may be taken home.
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EMBROIDERY
This eight-session course will teach beginners the rudiments
of embroidery while expanding the skills of those proficient in the craft.
Students start from the basic running stitch and advance to little known
stitches and intricate cut-work techniques. Participants will explore the history
and evolution of styles, techniques, colors, threads, and fabrics traditionally used
in various regions of Ukraine. Open to adults and children over 10 years
of age.
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Winter/Spring 2013
Section I. Saturdays, January 19March 9
Section II. Saturdays, March 16May 18 (except March 30 & May 4)
Fall 2013
Dates TBA
Time: 1:003:30 p.m.
Fee (per section): Adults $60;
students over 16 & seniors $50;
children ages 10-16 $30;
members 10% discount.
Instructor: Lubow Wolynetz
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GERDANY (BEAD-STRUNG NECKLACES)
This is a four-session course in the art of making gerdany
(bead-strung necklaces), which were traditionally worn with folk costumes
in various regions of Ukraine. The course is open to adults and children
over 12 years of age.
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Winter/Spring 2013
Section I. Saturdays, January 19February 9
Section II. Saturdays, February 16March 9
Fall 2013
Dates TBA
Time: 10:00 a.m.12:30 p.m.
Fee (per section): Adults $40;
students over 16 & seniors $35;
children ages 1016 $15;
members 10% discount.
Instructor: Olha Lesko
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PYSANKY UKRAINIAN EASTER EGG DECORATION WORKSHOPS
Adults and children will have the opportunity to learn the
art of making pysanky Ukrainian Easter eggs. Dyes, beeswax and
a stylus are used to decorate the eggs with traditional Ukrainian designs.
Fill your Easter basket with beautiful pysanky, rather than just plain colored eggs!
This one-day (2+ hours) workshop is offered on Saturdays and Sundays.
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NEW IN 2013!Special Pysanka studio for advanced students. Bring your own kistka or electric stylus to produce more intricate designs.
Winter/Spring 2013
Dates and times:
Saturday, March 9, 10:00 a.m.12:00 p.m. FULL
Sunday, March 10, 11:00 a.m.1:00 p.m. FULL
Sunday, March 10, 2:00 p.m.5:00 p.m. *** Advanced pysanka studio only
Sunday, March 17, 11:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Sunday, March 17, 2:00 p.m.4:00 p.m. FULL
Saturday, March 23, 10:00 a.m.12:00 p.m.
Sunday, March 24, 11:00 a.m.1:00 p.m. or 2:00 p.m.4:00 p.m.
Fee (per session)
Adults $15;
students over 16 & seniors $10;
children ages 1216 $5;
advanced class $25;
members 10% discount.
Instructors
Lesia Lebed, Emily Robbins, Anna Gbur, Paul Wirhun
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DEMONSTRATIONS IN THE MAKING OF PYSANKY UKRAINIAN EASTER EGGS
Artisans experienced in this art form will create beautiful pysanky.
Slavko Nowytski's award-winning documentary film PYSANKA will also be shown.
This program is scheduled to run continuously during the afternoon. Pre-registration is not required.
Demonstrators: Sofika Zielyk & Anna Gbur
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Winter/Spring 2013
Saturday, March 23 only
Time: 1:005:00 p.m.
Fee: Adults $10;
students over 12 & seniors $8;
children 12 and under free;
members 10% discount.
The fee includes admission to the Museum's exhibitions.
Demonstrators: Sofika Zielyk and Anna Gbur
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UKRAINIAN EASTER TRADITIONS
During the workshop participants will learn about Ukrainian
Easter traditions as well as partake in the actual baking of traditional
Easter breads. Open to adults and children over 16 years of age.
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Spring 2013
Saturday, March 16 only
Time: 10:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Fee: Adults $25;
students over 16 & seniors $20;
members 10% discount.
Instructor: Lubow Wolynetz
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BAKING TRADITIONAL WEDDING BREADS
This workshop offers hands-on training in baking and
decorating a korovai (traditional Ukrainian wedding
bread). Participants will also learn to adorn the colorful
wedding tree hiltse. Open to adults and students over 16
years of age.
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Spring 2013
Saturday, April 27 April 13 only [Note date change!]
Time: 10:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Fee: Adults $25;
students over 16 & seniors $20;
members 10% discount.
Instructors: Larysa Zielyk and Lubow Wolynetz
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INTRODUCTION TO TAPESTRY WEAVING *** NEW! ***
In this four-week course, participants will learn basic weaving techniques on a lap frame loom. Course topics include the parts of a loom, calculating and making a warp, dressing the loom, and reading a basic weaving draft. Each student will produce a complete woven textile by the end of the course. Open to adults and children over 12 years of age.
Looms and all materials are provided, including traditional design samples. The first class begins with a lecture by the Museum’s folk art curator and a demonstration in weaving.
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Fall 2013
Dates TBA
Course fee: Adults $60; students over 16 & seniors $50; children 1216 $30; members 10% discount
Instructor: Vasyl Nayda
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UKRAINIAN CHRISTMAS TRADITIONS
This is a workshop with hands-on participation
in the baking of traditional Ukrainian Christmas breads. During the session
participants will learn about customs, traditions and rituals practiced
during this joyous holiday. Open to adults and children over 16 years of
age.
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Fall 2013
Date TBA
Time: 10:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Fee: Adults $25;
students over 16 &
seniors $20;
members 10% discount.
Instructor: Lubow Wolynetz
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TRADITIONAL UKRAINIAN CHRISTMAS TREE ORNAMENTS WORKSHOP
Participants in this workshop use beads, walnut shells, colored ribbons, and paper
to make traditional Ukrainian Christmas tree ornaments such as spiders, cradles, stars,
mobiles, and garlands. Open to children and adults. A great activity for the entire family.
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Offered during the fall/winter season, usually in December.
Fall 2013
Dates TBA
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The Museum's educational and traditional arts programs are funded in part
by the New York State Council on the Arts, a state agency.
The Ukrainian Museum's film series and traditional arts programs are supported, in part, by public funds
from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council.
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