Date:
Monday, 06/23/2025
Time: 7:00 pm
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From the 1600s until about 1830, the education of American girls emphasized reading, writing, and embroidery. For girls whose families could afford to send them to school, a finely worked embroidery which was worthy of being framed for display in her home served as a kind of diploma. It evidenced both her mastery of an important practical skill and the diligence and self-discipline that society expected of its more privileged members.
Join docent presenter Kathleen McBroom, from the Detroit Institute of Arts, for this slideshow presentation on Early American embroidery.
This program will be in the Library’s lower-level meeting room. Registration is appreciated. Scroll down to register on the Library’s events calendar or call 734-426-4477 (ext. 120)
This Program is part of the 2025 Adult Summer Reading Program: Color Our World. Attendees do not have to be participating in the Adult Summer Reading Program to attend. All are welcome.
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This event has room for 200 people. There are currently 10 people registered.06/23/2025 7:00 PM 06/23/2025 7:00 PM America/Detroit Painted with Silk: The Art of Early American Embroidery
From the 1600s until about 1830, the education of American girls emphasized reading, writing, and embroidery. For girls whose families could afford to send them to school, a finely worked embroidery which was worthy of being framed for display in her home served as a kind of diploma. It evidenced both her mastery of […]
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