State Historical Society of Iowa

Round Basket Class with Meskwaki Natural Resources, October 2018

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Courtesy of Meskwaki Nation, October 2018

Description

On October 8 and 9, 2018, the Meskwaki Natural Resources (MNR) hosted their first ever round basket making class. The class was a two-day event that provided participants hands on instruction in the techniques of building a round, simple-handled berry basket. The group was led by instructor Toni Lasley, who has been crafting woven baskets for many years.

Source-Dependent Questions

  • Why would the Meskwaki continue to teach their people how to make baskets?
  • How is basket weaving apart of Meskwaki historical culture?

Citation Information 

October 2018. Courtesy of Meskwaki Nation