Weaving Stories Workshops 2024

The 2024 Weaving Stories workshops offer a unique opportunity to engage with local Aboriginal knowledge holders and a traditional master weaver and explore your own creativity.  

During the workshops you will hear captivating stories shared by Aboriginal knowledge holders while learning traditional weaving techniques.

Whether you are a seasoned artist or novice, these workshops provide a welcoming space to learn, create, and celebrate First Nations culture and heritage.

Weaving Stories is part of the 2024 Gaimariagal Festival.

Free workshops.
Places are limited.

Weaving Workshops

Sat 1 Jun
Fri 12 Jul
Photo of three hand-woven shapes using rafia. A large pink oval at the bottom, a smaller red oval on the right, and a small green star on the top left.

Weaving Stories Workshops at Manly

The 2024 Weaving Stories workshops, as part of the Gaimariagal Festival, offer a unique opportunity to engage with local Aboriginal Knowledge Holders and a Traditional Master Weaver and explore your own creativity.
The Creative Library, Level 1, Manly Library, 1 Market Lane Manly
Art and Culture, Council Events, Workshops and Talks, Weaving Bridges, NAIDOC Week
Wed 10 Jul
10.00 AM - 11.30 AM
Ngumpie weaving on floor with children

Aboriginal Bracelet Weaving Workshop

Join us during NAIDOC Week and learn the art of weaving in a hands-on experience with local Ngumpie Weaving. For children and youth aged 8+
Mona Vale Library Mona Vale
Children and Families, Council Events, Weaving Bridges, Education and Learning, Library School Holiday Programs, NAIDOC Week, School Holidays, Youth
Wed 10 Jul
2.00 PM - 3.30 PM
Ngumpie weaving on floor with children

Aboriginal Bracelet Weaving Workshop

Join us during NAIDOC Week and learn the art of weaving in a hands-on experience with local Ngumpie Weaving. For children and youth aged 8+
Manly Library Manly
Children and Families, Council Events, Weaving Bridges, Education and Learning, Library School Holiday Programs, NAIDOC Week, School Holidays, Youth