""I am a basket weaver. My visit [here] is the ultimate treat of my week long visit."
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THROWBACK THURSDAY:
A Page From The Past
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Author Susan Power signing her book
"Art of the Cherokee," May 19, 2007. Thank you, Susan Power, for all of your great research, great books and great support of the arts! Take a look at Susan Power's titles on Cherokee and Southeastern Indian art.
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STORE HOURS
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Open on Saturday,
April 16, 2016
10 a.m.- 4 p.m.
The Indian Craft Shop is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30p.m., and the third Saturday of the month from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Shop is closed on federal holidays.
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VISITING US
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A photo ID is needed for entrance to the building. During weekdays, visitors may use either the
C Street or E Street entrances (E Street is closer for Metro riders). Handicap access ramps are available at both entrances. During Saturday hours, visitors must use the C Street entrance.
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Public Transportation
Farragut West (Blue, Orange, and Silver Line) and Farragut North (Red Line) are the closest metro stops. It is a six-block walk, or you can ride an 80 or S1 bus to 19th and C streets. There is metered parking on the street and several parking lots within a few blocks.
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CONTACT US
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(202) 208-4056
E-mail
Website
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APRIL IS HERE, following March's weather roller coaster with winter-like temperatures, winds and storms, along with highs of 80 degrees and then back again! Thankfully, the blossoms survived; the colors were spectacular and greenery is abundant now. We hope all of you are enjoying the season -- we look forward to seeing you in the Shop and "virtually" through our online store.
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WHAT'S NEW ONLINE AND IN THE SHOP!
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We have been very busy adding items to our online store and these additions will continue. In the Shop, we have new pottery from the Southwest, new jewelry from Vernon Begaye (Navajo) and Ola Eriacho (Zuni), new folk art from various artists, and new masks and paddles from Jerry Laktonen (Alutiiq).
We're also expecting new dolls by Mary Hankee (Yupik) and some very interesting beaded corn bundle necklaces by Katrina Mitten (Miami). It's ALWAYS a great time to come in and see what's new! Take a look and also check out our New Additions page often to see all of the items we are most recently adding to our web store.
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MARK YOUR CALENDARS NOW! ARTIE YELLOWHORSE TRUNK JEWELRY SHOW IS TWO DAYS THIS YEAR! WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY, MAY 11 AND 12!
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 May 11 and 12 -- We are very excited this spring to have Artie Yellowhorse with us for a TWO DAY trunk jewelry show! You have more opportunity to make it in for one of the days...or even make it in for both. Artie and her daughters Desiree and Leilani have been very excited about new stones, including some beautiful American-mined turquoise from Nevada mines. If you have any special requests before the show, let us know by calling 202-208-4056 or emailing and we will let Artie know. While it's not always possible to make an exact match, Artie is the best at finding complimentary pieces to go with the jewelry you already have.
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TAKE A LOOK...AT A GREAT BOOK
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This catalogue from a special exhibit by the Iroquois Indian Museum in 2004 chronicles the life work of Stan Hill, who was noted for his exceptional animal, human and mythical carvings in bone and antler. Following the tragic death of his son in a car accident in 1971, Stan Hill went through a life transformation and left his profession as an ironworker. He realized the importance of life and enjoying what you do during the short time you have on earth. He turned to an occupation through which he found enjoyment and meaning - the art of carving and the power of animals.
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DISPLAY IDEAS IN YOUR HOME AND OFFICE
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Thank you so much for sending in your photos of your displays! We have really enjoyed seeing the different way everyone displays their artwork - some are by theme, some by color, some more organized and some more free-spirited! What is fantastic - for you, for us and for all artists- is that ALL of the images show how much people really cherish their works of art.
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Please join us and share your photos!
Email images to indiancraftshop@guestservices.com. A "display" can be any size, from an arrangement of just a few pieces to a larger exhibit of a whole room or wall display. We will not disclose the origin of any of the images, so they will be "anonymous" collections or displays. We will soon offer all images as a regular feature addition on our webpage too!
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TIP OF THE DAY - HOW TO PUT ON AND CARE FOR YOUR CUFF-STYLE BRACELET
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Sounds simple, but there is a good trick to wearing your cuff style bracelets and also great tips on keeping your bracelet in top shape! Most bracelets in the Shop will fit most average-sized wrists; you don't really have to have an exact "size," as slight variations will still fit the same wrist. The MAIN concern is that it is comfortable and won't fall off, which also means never bending your bracelet since silver is soft and will weaken over time. For some great tips and diagrams, see our tips on How to Put on a Bracelet.
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WOULD YOU LIKE TO ORDER ONLINE
AND PICK UP IN THE SHOP?
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If you would like to order online and pick up in the Shop, please fill in your "Ship To" address as the Shop's street address - 1849 C Street, NW, Washington, DC 20240. This way, the appropriate DC sales tax will be charged and we can then credit your shipping cost back to your method of payment after the online sale goes through. In the "Comment" section of your order, let us know that you will be picking up the order and we'll have it ready for you!
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OPEN SATURDAY, APRIL 16
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Our "Third Saturday" opening this month is April 16, and we are open from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
We look forward to seeing you!
Thank you for supporting the arts-We truly appreciate you!
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