HIS3017 PV:Crafting in US History

This course explores crafting - the practice of making decorative articles by hand - through a historical lens to better understand cultural and social elements of United States history. Crafting is both a regional and national practice as well as an individual and communal activity. Therefore, this course will look at both the broad history behind specific methods of crafting in various regions of the United States; while also emphasizing the role of the individual crafter and the way their socio-cultural identities influence the crafts that they produce. Students will spend part of each class session learning the history behind a specific craft before having the opportunity to participate in the crafts being covered. No previous crafting experience is required. Credits: 3.000

WRT1012 Lecture Min Credits: 3.00