Textiles and the Stories They Tell: Latin America

Textiles and the Stories They Tell: Latin America

Join us for vibrant cultural clothing and mesmerizing dance performances that tell the stories of our diverse backgrounds.

Date and time

Sat, Nov 2, 2024 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM EDT

Location

Mill Workers Learning Centre at the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum

3 Rosamond Street East Mississippi Mills, ON K0A 1A0 Canada

About this event

  • Event lasts 2 hours

Welcome to Textiles and the Stories They Tell: Latin America! Join us in the Mill Workers Learning Centre at the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum

Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of cultures through traditional clothing displays and mesmerizing dance performances. Witness the beauty and diversity of global attire and dance forms coming together under one roof. Let's celebrate the artistry and history behind the garments we wear and the dances we perform. Don't miss this unique opportunity to experience the magic of cultural expression!

Join the folks from the Latino Connection in the Ottawa Valley group at the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum for a Latin American fashion showcase! The wonderful ladies from Latino Connections will share their culture with you through storytelling, traditional garments, and music. We encourage all to come along and be a part of this amazing opportunity to learn, connect and have fun!

Light refreshments will be served throughout the event.


About Latino Connection in the Ottawa Valley: Latino Connection in the Ottawa Valley is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting Latin American culture, fostering community, and supporting the integration of Latinos in the region. Through cultural events, educational programs, and community outreach, we celebrate diversity and build connections that enrich the lives of everyone in our community.

This event has been organized as a part of Local Immigration Partnership – Lanark & Renfrew’s Culture Connect fall edition event series. We share our sincere gratitude and thanks to the team at the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum (MVTM), the Latino Connection in the Ottawa Valley group and The Inclusion Project for making this event possible. If you would like to learn more about what is happening…

• For Culture Connect, please visit the LIP EVENTS PAGE

• At the MVTM, please visit HERE

• With the team from Latino Connection in the Ottawa Valley, please visit: Instagram or Facebook


SPACES ARE LIMITED! PLEASE REGISTER TO ATTEND THIS EVENT.


Please note that the Mississippi Valley Texile Museum is completely accessible. If you have any questions surrounding accessibility for this event please reach out to Localimmigrationpartnership@algonquincollege.com

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