Beaded Vamp and Moccasin Workshop with Colleen Nolan

The Vamp and Moccasin Workshop with Colleen Nolan offers a unique opportunity for individuals to learn the art of crafting moccasins with a beaded vamp. This workshop provides participants with hands-on experience in crafting and constructing their own pair of moccasins. Participants leave with not only a beautiful pair of handmade moccasins but also pride. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced crafter, this workshop is open to all. It will be a fun and welcoming environment, where stories will be told, and laughter will be shared. Join us for an interactive and engaging session, connecting with others and leaving with a sense of fulfilment and gratitude. Workshop schedule (three evenings, 5:30pm-8:30pm): Tuesday Oct 6 – Beading the Vamp: Participants will have the opportunity to bead moccasin vamps—the beautifully decorated top part of a moccasin—while learning about their cultural significance in Indigenous traditions Tuesday Oct 13: Making the moccasin Tuesday Oct 20: Final assembly Participants should be committed to attending all three sessions. This workshop takes place at 1 Elgin Street, in the National Arts Centre's Atelier Shenkman Smith which is located across from the Box Office.


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Atelier Shenkman Smith
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Oct 13th, 2026 5:30 PM
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1 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON, K1P 5W1, CA


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NAC Indigenous Theatre
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