Monthly Archives: February 2013

Traditional Artist Spotlight: Michael Johnson

Published on: Author: nsilvest@uoregon.edu

Umatilla Cornhusk False Embroidery Sanna Parikka, OFN Intern Artist Michael Johnson and his Apprentice Melinda Broncheau from the Confererated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation practice traditional cornhusk twining, creating unique cornhusk hats, baskets, and bags. Johnson’s art combines traditional twining techniques and designs with modern materials, including wool-based yarns. He learned this traditional art… Continue reading

All Aboard: Railroading and Portland’s Black Community: Exhibit, Programs, and Events at the Oregon Historical Society

Published on: Author: nsilvest@uoregon.edu

This new exhibit and accompanying programs will focus on the work and lives of African American railroad workers in Portland in the 1800s to 1940s and the community that grew up around Union Station during that period. Content will include the evolution of work for blacks on the railroads and in black-owned businesses in Old… Continue reading