Curator’s Talk: Time, Labour and the Value of Beads
Beads may be small and intricate, but their histories reveal powerful stories of identity, value, and status. In celebration of Brilliant: The Art of Beaded Footwear Around the World, join Director and Senior Curator Elizabeth Semmelhack for an informative and illuminating exploration of beadwork traditions from around the world and their role as markers of wealth, prestige, and cultural meaning.
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- Café Boulud — French Restaurant · ⭐ 4.6 (315 reviews) · 🚶 15 min walk
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- Trattoria Nervosa — Italian Restaurant · ⭐ 4.3 (338 reviews) · 🚶 13 min walk
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