Gerdany Course

This is a six-class course in the art of making gerdany, intricate bead-strung necklaces. Traditionally worn with folk costumes, today these necklaces are increasingly worn for adornment. Participants will explore techniques and characteristics of various regions of Ukraine and make their own gerdany.

Open to participants 16+ years of age.

Instructor: Olha Lesko

Please register through Eventbrite or in person at the front desk.

Full Workshop Schedule:

25 January (Saturday): 10.00 am – 12.30 pm

1 February (Saturday): 10.00 am – 12.30 pm

8 February (Saturday): 10.00 am – 12.30 pm

15 February (Saturday): 10.00 am – 12.30 pm

22 February (Saturday): 10.00 am – 12.30 pm

1 March (Saturday): 10.00 am – 12.30 pm

Host or Publisher The Ukrainian Museum