Visiting artist Frazer Sundown (Oneida Nation, Turtle clan) will guide two consecutive tactile info sessions on corn husk twining during this free program. Corn husk is a strong, flexible, and versatile material that has been used by Haudenosaunee crafters for generations. Corn husk twining is a specific Haudenosaunee weaving style, historically utilized to make functional items such as baskets, bottles, and even moccasins. Today, the practice is used to make both functional and decorative works.

Both sessions led by Sundown will be one hour, the first beginning at 6pm and the second at 7:30pm. The first session will include ASL interpretation. During the sessions, Sundown will share about the history of corn husk twining and current revitalization efforts while guiding visitors through an introduction to the hands-on process of twining.

This program is presented in partnership with the exhibition and performance of Rosy Simas’ A:gajë:gwah dësa’nigöëwë:nye:’ (i hope it will stir your mind). Corn husks and the traditional Haudenosaunee art form of corn husk twining are central to the gallery installation.

Materials will be provided and distributed on a first-come, first-served basis; supplies are limited.

There will be also be a workshop April 11 & 12 for the Native community; click here for details/registration.

Frazer Sundown, corn husk twined moccasins, 2025. Photo: Frazer Sundown. Courtesy the artist.