Use dry needle felting techniques to create a simple scene using felted wool and colored fleece. Combine 2-D and 3-D features to create a landscape or a botanical design. No previous experience necessary. $20 LCHS Members, $25 Non-members Recommended for adults, but crafty young people 12 & up are welcome. Participants are welcome to […]
Use natural materials to weave a small basket using traditional techniques. We've carefully selected kits that will help make your first basket project a positive experience and will give you […]
Help us grow our community crochet garden! Learn to make beautiful crochet flowers and vines. We will have several patterns for you to use, or you can bring your favorite to share with the group. Recommended for adults, but crafty young people 12 & up are welcome. Call 401-635-4035 to register. Participants are welcome to […]
Come on down for a rock painting party at LCHS! We'll get inspired by the non-uniform shape of our rocks to transform them into something new! Will you see a dinosaur in your rock, or perhaps a sunflower? Be sure to wear old clothes or bring an apron because painting can get a little messy! $20 LCHS […]
Learn how to safely forage, process, and use the plant fiber from Urtica Dioica, the common nettle (sometimes called stinging nettle). Textiles of this plant have been found across the archeological record and as far back as the first millennium BCE. This sturdy, ubiquitous plant also played an important role in American history. In this class we'll […]
Create three customized leathercrafts including a personalized wristband, a key chain, and a card case. Use dyes, stamps, waxed thread, rivets, snaps and other tools to create one-of-a-kind pieces you can keep or give as gifts. Snacks will be provided. $20 LCHS Members, $25 Non-members Ages 8 - 14 Call 401-635-4035 to register.
Weave reeds into a cornucopia to learn beginner basketmaking techniques you can then apply to other basketweaving projects. This is an excellent first basket weaving project. $20 LCHS Members, $25 Non-members Recommended for adults, but crafty young people 12 & up are welcome. Participants are welcome to BYOS (Bring your own snacks). Call 401-635-4035 to […]
Create a perfect pumpkin while learning the basic techniques of dry needle felting. No previous experience required. Excellent preparation for the Felted Fairy class. $20 LCHS Members, $25 Non-members Participants are welcome to BYOS (Bring your own snacks). Recommended for adults, but crafty young people 12 & up are welcome. Call 401-635-4035 to register.
Let your imagination run wild as you create a fabulous fairy using a variety of wrapping and felting techniques. Participants should have some dry needle felting experience. The class on August 1 or September 5 (or similar experiences) are highly recommended before taking the Felted Fairy class. Participants are welcome to BYOS (Bring your […]
Our annual Cider Social will be something to remember this year! The traditional cider and donuts will be here, PLUS: Candy Haystack, Crafts for children and adults, Greenwood […]
Sickness & Evil in the New England Colonies, 1620-1788 Evil - the Puritans felt surrounded by it. As they settled in Massachusetts Bay and Plymouth colonies throughout the 17th century, their faith was constantly tested and their fears often seemed overwhelming – with good reason. They were assaulted by life-threatening challenges: droughts, snow in the […]
Presented by Marjory O'Toole, LCHS Executive Director Long one of Little Compton's favorite sons, John Simmons led a remarkable life, from his local farm-boy roots to his business success in Boston, to his founding and funding of Simmons College. Piper Hawes, a long-time LCHS Board Member and Simmons College graduate, who sadly passed away […]
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