Crafting Sailor's Valentines: Myth and Artistry | Kids Out and About Houston

Crafting Sailor's Valentines: Myth and Artistry

Found in Ima Hogg’s art collection, sailor’s valentines may look like floral arrangements, but they are really made from hundreds of shells! Contrary to Victorian myth, “sailor’s valentines” were likely not hand crafted by lonely sailors at sea but rather craftspeople—specifically Barbadian women. Discover the hidden stories of these craftswomen, consider how myths develop, and make a sailor valentine of your own.

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Location:

1702 N. 13th St.
West Columbia, TX, 77486
United States

Phone:

979-345-4656
Contact name: 
Varner-Hogg Plantation State Historic Site
Dates: 
02/15/2025
Time: 
11 am- 12:30 pm
Price: 
Program is free with admission to the site.

Ages

All Ages