Cornhusk People Workshop| Make a Cornhusk Person—Carry a Story Home

Schedule

Sat, 20 Sep, 2025 at 12:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

935 N Kansas Ave, Topeka, KS, United States, Kansas 66608 | Topeka, KS

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Cornhusk People FREE Workshop
*Seats are limited, please RSVP [email protected]*
Step into a world where craft meets culture! Join Cherokee Nation citizen Lisa LaRue-Baker—basketmaker, educator, and lifelong maker of cornhusk people—for a hands-on workshop that’s as meaningful as it is fun.
What’s in store?
Create your own cornhusk person to take home
Hear the traditional story of why cornhusk people have no face
Learn a timeless skill you can share with others
All supplies provided—just bring your curiosity!
Whether you're a seasoned crafter or just looking for a unique afternoon, this class welcomes all ages. (Children must be accompanied by an adult helper.)
Come ready to shape, listen, and connect. You won’t just leave with a handmade figure—you’ll carry a piece of Indigenous wisdom and a new creative skill.
Location: NOTO Arts Center
Instructor: Lisa LaRue-Baker, Cherokee Nation citizen and culture bearer
No age restriction | All materials included
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Where is it happening?

935 N Kansas Ave, Topeka, KS, United States, Kansas 66608

Event Location & Nearby Stays:

NOTO Art Center

Host or Publisher NOTO Art Center

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