I love PBS! They offer really informative television shows about topics that seems to fly under the radar of mainstream America.
Recently, I was curled up on the couch watching PBS and caught three installments of this inspiring documentary called Craft in America. It was fantastic! I was amazed by Mary Jackson who keeps her family heritage alive by weaving sweetgrass baskets, a tradition passed down by her ancestors. Mrs. Jackson also teaches the art of basket making to her children and grandchildren.
If you adore handmade items, you should consider learning as much as possible about the history of the arts and crafts movement. This documentary is a best bet!
Check your local PBS station for a repeat broadcast of the show. Can't wait? Here's another way to enjoy the program:
Read the book: www.craftinamerica.org/book
Meet the artists: www.craftinamerica.org/artists
Watch a virtual exhibition: www.craftinamerica.org/virtualexhibit/story_40.php
Pictured above: Mary Jackson's Cobra Basket.
-- Corris
Comments (1)
Dear Corris,
A belated thank you for the wonderful coverage Craft In America received on Newsday.com. The response from your readers must be considered when we look at the ratings for the series, which were excellent. Over 2.3 million households tuned into the first airing of the series on May 30th!
On the strength of the ratings and because they had a very positive personal reaction to the first three episodes, two of our supporters have decided to support future programs. This is especially good news because there is still so much of the story that remains to be told.
I hope we will have the opportunity to be considered for future mention in Newsday.com.
Sincerely,
Carol Sauvion
Executive Director