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May 2013

Historic Handiwork Circle

• Thursday, May 30, 9:30 – 11:30 am
• FREE for ladies and gents ages 10 and up (Children must be accompanied by an adult)
• Clarke House Museum, 1827 S. Indiana Ave., Chicago, IL
  
• Limited seating, please RSVP to Glessner House Museum 312.326.1480

Join fellow Chicagoans with a passion for traditional handiwork at Clarke House Museum! Ladies and gentlemen, ages 10 and up, are invited to bring portable, non-electric, self-contained projects to work on against the historic backdrop of Clarke House Museum. We are looking for those already involved in a historic craft including (but not limited to): sewing, knitting, needlepoint, carding/spinning, crochet, wood carving/whittling, leather-working, rug-hooking, lace-making, etc. This is an opportunity to meet other traditional craft enthusiasts and set aside time to work on your special projects.

NOTE: This group is non-instructional and geared toward those already established in their chosen craft.

Springtime Interpretation

Included with regular tour admission.
Wednesday, March 27 - Sunday, May 26, 2013

Discover how an 1850s Chicago family like the Clarkes prepared their home for the upcoming summer social season during our annual Springtime Interpretation at Clarke House Museum. Learn about period gardening, spring cleaning, seasonal foods, fashion, and so much more!

June, July and August 2013

Terrific Tuesdays

Presented through a partnership with Glessner House Museum
Tuesdays, June 18 - August 6, 2013
10 - 11 am
$5 per child/$3 for Glessner House Museum "Junior" members
Reservations requested, RSVP to 312.326.1480

Glessner House Museum
1800 S. Prairie Ave.
Chicago, IL 60616

Come every Tuesday this summer for a new adventure each week! Learn about life in early Chicago and in the Prairie Avenue Historic District while making different craft projects.

Recommended for ages 3-13; children must be accompanied by an adult; enter the Coach House on 18th Street.

June 18 - Moccasins
Before there were homes along Prairie Avenue, the Potowatomi lived in the area. Sew and decorate your own traditional Native American footwear.

June 25 - Decorative Tiles
William De Morgan crafted colorful tiles to brighten up Glessner House. Paint a fancy tile to decorate your own home.

July 2 - Photo Fun
The Glessner's son George was an amateur photographer who documented their house and neighborhood. Discover early photography techniques.

July 9 - Band Boxes
The Clarke family stored their belongings in paper-covered boxes. Construct your own from wallpaper scraps to keep your treasures safe.

July 16 - Quilt Blocks
Early Chicago familes made beautiful quilts to keep them warm. Learn about historic block patterns and recreate one. Or design your own!

July 23 - Butter Making
Butter is a staple that the Clarke family would have made on a weekly basis. Help churn some fresh butter to taste and share.

July 30 - Dominoes
Mr. Glessner's company advertised their farm equipment on various items - even games! Build your own set and learn this classic game.

August 6 - Gardening
Mrs. Glessner kept a large garden at her summer home in New Hampshire, called The Rocks. Learn about heirloom plants and grow your own herbs.

Historic Handiwork Circle

• Thursday, June 27 & July 25, 9:30 – 11:30 am
• FREE for ladies and gents ages 10 and up (Children must be accompanied by an adult)
• Clarke House Museum, 1827 S. Indiana Ave., Chicago, IL
  
• Limited seating, please RSVP to Glessner House Museum 312.326.1480

Join fellow Chicagoans with a passion for traditional handiwork at Clarke House Museum! Ladies and gentlemen, ages 10 and up, are invited to bring portable, non-electric, self-contained projects to work on against the historic backdrop of Clarke House Museum. We are looking for those already involved in a historic craft including (but not limited to): sewing, knitting, needlepoint, carding/spinning, crochet, wood carving/whittling, leather-working, rug-hooking, lace-making, etc. This is an opportunity to meet other traditional craft enthusiasts and set aside time to work on your special projects.

NOTE: This group is non-instructional and geared toward those already established in their chosen craft.