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Traditional Finger Weaving Classes

Somali Kebed Weaving
Using no loom or frame, Somali nomads weave mats by hand to cover their houses. Teachers Ardho Ismail, Amina Shire, Xalwo Duale and Hawa Aden teach hands-on, immersive classes for all ages; Somali's and non-Somali's.

For more information, or to schedule a class E-mail us  at  info@somalimuseum.org
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This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through grants from the Minnesota State Arts Board and the Metropolitan Regional Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.

The Somali Museum of Minnesota
1516 East Lake St. Suite 011
Minneapolis, MN 55407
612-234-1625