The Art of Basketry with New South Associates | Camp GPB

Archeologist Anne Dorland from New South Associates explains the historical and cultural significance of basket making in Georgia. Campers also learn how to construct their own woven baskets using common household objects.

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The Art of Basketry with New South Associates | Camp GPB

Archeologist Anne Dorland from New South Associates explains the historical and cultural significance of basket making in Georgia. Campers also learn how to construct their own woven baskets using common household objects.

Materials needed for this lesson include:

- 1 paper plate is (thin & flexible)

- scissors

- round object to trace

- ruler

- yarn

- paintbrush

- glue

- pencil or pen

Toolkit

How to Make a Basket activity

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