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Blackfoot Craft and Game

  • Galt Museum & Archives 502 1 Street South Lethbridge, AB, T1J 1Y4 Canada (map)
A fallen branch in the Oldman River valley. Photo by Galt Museum & Archives

A fallen branch in the Oldman River valley. Photo by Galt Museum & Archives

Local artist Mary Ellen Little Mustache will guide participants through the process of making a simple and fun traditional Niitsitapi game with locally sourced materials.

Hands-On History is an interactive program for adults with children of all ages.

Saturdays | craft restarts at 10 am, 11 am, noon, and 1 pm | registration required | all ages | children to attend with adults | museum admission applies | free to annual pass holders | supplies provided with admission

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Movement in the Museum: Contemporary and Old Style Fancy Dance w/ Alexis & Brad Butterly
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