Lace Workshop: History Museum of Hood River County

The History Museum of Hood River County, in partnership with the Columbia Gorge Museum, presents the Lacing Communities Together project. Monday, August 24 12:00PM – 3:00PM Learn lacemaking basics and get involved with Lacing Communities Together with Maggie Hensel Brown and Columbia Gorge Museum in this workshop at the History Museum of Hood River County. Hear Maggie Hensel-Brown about her art and enjoy the basics of lacemaking with a community of new makers and those continuing their journey. Hensel-Brown will demonstrate and lead this workshop. Take part in the Lacing Communities Together project by making your very own lace triangle. Most supplies are available on site. Bring your favorite scissors and tapestry needle if you have them. About The Project As ubiquitous as lacemaking is, and perhaps you have a lace story in your family that hovers around the edge of your family lore, the very heart of its existence is invisible…the makers. Historically, lacemaking has been part of almost every culture for centuries. In many areas, it had a powerful economic impact and was a symbol of power and wealth. As such, it can be found in the clothing of the most powerful figures known, in their paintings, sculptures, and historical artifacts. Museum walls are lined with cuffs, ruffs, and embellishments that may have cost the equivalent of acres of land to purchase. Where are the names of time’s greatest lacemakers? ​The Columbia Gorge Museum has evidence of handmade lace in its collections. While we have ample information about the makers of other objects, the stories of lacemakers are lost. It was this fact, and the introduction of lace artist, Maggie Hensel-Brown through YouTube, that the idea for the LCT project grew. Maggie Hensel-Brown, Sheets, 2022, Needlepoint Lace By participating in LCT, you are reaching back and lifting the very soul of all the women and men who created this beauty (and were left out of history) into the hearts of everyone who has ever picked up a needle, bobbin, or hook. Watch one or all five videos. Make as many triangles as you wish. Make your own Pacific Northwest themed triangles using the guidelines in the videos. Send your finished lace pieces by August 24, 2026. Check the calendar for COMMUNITY LACE JOINING events, workshops, lectures, and demonstrations from Hensel-Brown and other lace artists. Opening event revealing the final installation will be Saturday, September 12, 2026. More Info SEND FINISHED LACE PIECES TO: Louise A. Palermo Columbia Gorge Museum LCT 990 SW Rock Creek Dr Stevenson, WA 98648 Questions or if your community would like to join, email: l.palermo@columbiagorge.org Contribute To The Project If you are willing and able, please donate to support here: Donate