The Ukrainian Museum offers folk crafts courses and workshops (09/30/01)

The Ukrainian Museum offers folk crafts courses and workshops

NEW YORK - The fall series of Ukrainian folk crafts courses and workshops is beginning at The Ukrainian Museum.

The Embroidery Course, given in eight sessions, is designed to teach beginners the rudiments of embroidery, as well as expand the skills of those proficient in the craft. The course will be held on Saturdays, September 29 through November 17, at 1-3:30 p.m. Fee: adults, $60; students over 16 and seniors, $50; children age 10-16, $30; museum members, 15 percent discount.

The Bead Stringing Course teaches participants the art of making "gerdany," traditional necklaces worn with folk costumes in various regions of Ukraine. The course will be held Saturdays, October 6, 13, 20 and 27 at 1-3 p.m. Fee: adults, $40; students over age 16 and seniors, $25; children age 12-16, $10; museum members, 15 percent discount.

To register call The Ukrainian Museum, (212) 228-0110; e-mail [email protected]; or visit the website at www.ukrainianmuseum.org.

The Ukrainian Museum is located at 203 Second Ave.

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