Established in 1948, The Algoma Weavers' Guild (AWG) is the longest continually running weaving guild in the province. From its inception, the AWG has promoted weaver education regularly holding workshops for both beginner, youth, seniors, and experienced weavers. AWG often invites participation from neighbouring guilds in Michigan, U.S.A. and Elliot Lake, ON. The Algoma Weavers' Guild has been operating out of the Sault Ste. Marie Museum for the past 5 years, allowing for the Guild to continue to engage with the public, host meetings, skill sharing, workshops, and provide community programming. Being present in the Sault Ste. Marie Museum has also allowed for a continued engagement with the history and culture enhanced by the vast collection, archives, and research holdings within the Museum.
Algoma Weavers Guild’s Beginners’ Course
4-Shaft Weaving Course for Beginners: 4 Saturdays: Oct. 21, 28, Nov. 4, 11. 10:30 am to 3:45 pm, at the Sault Ste. Marie Museum (690 Queen St. E) Bring a brown bag lunch. Tuition: $100.00
Includes: 18 hours of instruction by members of the Algoma Weavers’ Guild Use of all equipment during the course (on-site and during the 4 Saturdays only) All supplies (yarns) included; you have a choice of colours from our supply. Project: cotton table runner
To register: Book your place with Monica, by phone 705-253-7585; first come, first served. We have only 8 places, so please respond ASAP.
To confirm your registration: Pay the tuition fee by 4 pm on Friday, October 6th. If the fee is not paid, your spot will be opened to the waiting list. Payment by cheque or money order payable to “Algoma Weavers’ Guild”; mail to:
Algoma Weavers’ Guild - Beginners’ Course Sault Ste. Marie Museum 690 Queen Street East Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 2A4
Or by cheque or cash by hand in a sealed, addressed envelope to the Office at the Sault Ste. Marie Museum, hours: 10 am to 4 pm. Tuesday - Saturday.
Be sure your name is on the outside of the envelope.