Program / Event Details

Provider: Expanding Boundaries

Address
596 SCOTT DR
WESTMINSTER, MD 21157
Primary Contact: Leticia Nortey
$600.00

African Batik History and Stamping (Ghana Adinkra Symbol)

Dive into the vibrant culture of Ghana with our interactive “African Batik History and Stamping” program! Open to participants aged 7 and above, this engaging session introduces the rich history and tradition of African Batik art and the unique meanings behind Ghana’s Adinkra symbols.

Participants will explore how these symbols are used to convey stories, values, and life lessons in West African culture. The program features a hands-on stamping activity where attendees create their own designs using traditional Adinkra symbols, unleashing their creativity while learning this inspiring art form.

Through this experience, participants build a deeper appreciation for African heritage, while expressing themselves artistically. Whether it’s a child discovering a new passion or an adult connecting with cultural traditions, this program is perfect for anyone looking to learn, create, and celebrate the beauty of African art and history.

Event/Program Details

Event Length: 3 hour session
Location: We come to your school or organization.Dive into the vibrant culture of Ghana with our interactive "African Batik History and Stamping" program! Open to participants aged 7 and above, this engaging session introduces the rich history and tradition of African Batik art and the unique meanings behind Ghana’s Adinkra symbols. Participants will explore how these symbols are used to convey stories, values, and life lessons in West African culture. The program features a hands-on stamping activity where attendees create their own designs using traditional Adinkra symbols, unleashing their creativity while learning this inspiring art form. Through this experience, participants build a deeper appreciation for African heritage, while expressing themselves artistically. Whether it’s a child discovering a new passion or an adult connecting with cultural traditions, this program is perfect for anyone looking to learn, create, and celebrate the beauty of African art and history.
Audiences: 9 - 12, Educators, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Core Curricula: World &amp
Art Forms: Visual Art and Design, Storytelling
Program/Event Format: Workshop, In School Residency, In School Workshop, After School/Weekend
Cost: 600 per work shop of 3 hours for maximum of 20 students includes supplies.