Learn the traditional art of moccasin-making with expert Indigenous artisan Rosary Spence!

This is a six-week (18 hour) course that’s FREE for Indigenous Youth and Young Adults (First Nation/Metis/Inuit ages 12-30 yrs). The registration fee for all others is $180.

6-Week (18-Hour) Course with Rosary Spence

When: Saturdays, 12:00pm-3:00pm
March 25, April 1, April 8, April 15, April 22 and April 29
Where: Footprints Lecture Room at the Bata Shoe Museum, 327 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M5S 1W7

This workshop is designed to teach classic hand sewing techniques in beading and leatherwork. Rosary Spence will guide you through the steps of creating moccasins by hand including pattern-making, beadwork, design, construction and care for your finished product. Students will be provided with all the necessary tools to complete their project and guided through the process from start to finish. This is a course best suited for youth 12+ and adults.

Space is limited! Please note that workshop fees are non-refundable.

Note: Please contact angie.ma@batashoemuseum.ca for any questions or concerns. If you’re interested in moccasin or mukluk-making workshops held by Storyboot School, you can directly contact them by emailing info@storyboots.ca for their list of future classes.