Hand drum making class: stick making and drum hide preparation

Notice: This class has been rescheduled from September 11 to September 18. Even if you have not purchased a drum kit, you are welcome to attend and watch and learn the process. During these sessions of our drum making series, participants will create their hand drum stick and prepare the hide for the drum to Read More »

Hand drum making class: final session

In this final session of our hand drum class series, participants will stretch wet hides over the frame to finish their hand drum.

Hand drum making class: stick making and drum hide preparation

Notice: This class has been rescheduled from September 11 to September 18. Even if you have not purchased a drum kit, you are welcome to attend and watch and learn the process. During these sessions of our drum making series, participants will create their hand drum stick and prepare the hide for the drum to Read More »

Medicine bag making class

Learn about four medicines and four directions, and make a medicine bag using four directions colors. Supplies and tools provided. 

Basic seed bead edging skill class

Learn a brief history on beads and their use by Native Americans in the Great Lakes area, as well as basic seed bead edging skills. Tools and supplies provided.

Herbal salve making class

Learn to make an herbal salve using simple oils of choice and bees’ wax. Materials will be provided. 

Hand drum history class

Learn about the history and making of hand drums. Attendees will have the opportunity to select and purchase a drum-making kit of their choice to make during our September 18 hand drum making class. 

Open Sew

Come and go sewing class at the CPN Cultural Heritage Center! This class is for all levels. Join us to share your knowledge and learn from others.