Nan MacDonald
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Nan MacDonald is a tenth generation Native American Basket Weaver. Her Native American Heritage comes from the Abenackis of Odanack, near Quebec, Canada and the St. Regis Mohawks of up-state New York. She learned to weave baskets in the traditional way, with wood splints from the Ash tree, from Abenacki master weavers. Nan has been weaving this style of basket for six years and since moving to Oregon has also learned to weave baskets in the traditions of some of the West coast tribes.
Area: Portland area & South coast Weaving with Natural Materials Nan brings in examples of the various materials, shares her extensive knowledge of the local plants used in basketry and gives an explanation about gathering practices. She teaches basic weaving techniques that students use to complete an in-class project. CONTENT STANDARD CONNECTIONS: The Arts: Cultural & Historical Connections; Create, Present and Perform Social Sciences: U.S., State & Local History |