Beanies Baskets and Bushtucker
Beanies Baskets and Bushtucker offers the unique opportunity to immerse yourself in traditional Aboriginal culture as local indigenous women share their craft skills and stories. These renowned weavers and spinners will teach you how to create a mukata (beanie) and weave a tjanpi (grass) basket, and will share their fascinating stories as you sample some traditional bush tucker around a campfire.
These captivating and educational workshops are held in the Old Alice Springs Gaol, which now forms part of the National Pioneer Women’s Hall of Fame, where hundreds of women are recognised for their special contributions to Australia’s heritage.
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Beanies Baskets and BushtuckerAbsorb yourself in traditional Aboriginal culture while you sit with local Pitjantjatjara women as they share their remarkable craft skills. Drawing on ancient Aboriginal traditions and using natural fibres, these renowned artists and weavers will teach you how to crochet a mukata (beanie) and weave a tjanpi (grass) basket. Hear their enthralling stories and learn about their culture and language as you sample some traditional bush tucker and, maybe even kangaroo tail, around a campfire. | |
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