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10 am to 4 pm: Village — Gerard Begay, Navajo Weaver, demonstrates the art of weaving rugs.
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Free.Location: LAT/LONG: 36.000000, -112.000000
From the South Entrance Station, continue following the road you are on for 5 miles, and it will lead you to the Visitor Center. Just before the parking areas, the road curves to the left. You can park your vehicle in one of four parking areas and find your way to the Visitor Center, in the center of the open plaza, where restroom buildings, the park store, and the bicycle rental are also located.
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This week, the Cultural Demonstration Program presents renown Diné artist, Gerard Begay, who will demonstrate the fine art of traditional Navajo rug weaving, Tuesday through Thursday, January 9 through 11, from 10 am to 4 pm.
Gerard’s grandmothers introduced the art of weaving to him. He enjoys creating most traditional rug patterns, blankets, twill saddle blankets, rug dresses, along with contemporary designs.
Gerard sees weaving as a therapeutic tool to overcome our day-to-day challenges and carry on art that nearly vanished from his immediate family.
Most importantly, Gerard is honored to bring life back to his grandmother’s loom and weaving tools and carry on the tradition.
Meet and watch Gerard at work in the Grand Canyon South Rim Visitor Center.
- The Cultural Demonstration program provides an opportunity for park visitors and community members to interact with tribal artisans from Grand Canyon's traditionally associated tribes - and for them to share their history and crafts, along with the skills, knowledge, and efforts involved in creating their handicrafts.
- This series is made possible with grants from Grand Canyon Conservancy.
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