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McKissick Museum provides a wonderful opportunity for scholars, researchers special interest groups, and individuals to learn more about South Carolina's traditional arts and heritage through its publications, exhibitions and collections in the state and regional craft culture. The collections hold historical and contemporary objects in the areas of basketry, pottery, quilts and other needleworks, and a variety of utilitarian items that are now considered artistry.

Tours of the exhibitions at McKissick are self-guided, however, groups larger than 10 members should call 777-7251 to make a reservation at least two weeks in advance. If one is requested in advance and based upon their availability, a tour guide for your visit can possibly be arranged.

Teacher Guides
Jubilation! African American Celebrations "I made this Jar..." This Life and Works of the Enslaved African-American Potter, Dave
Jublilation! African American Celebrations Bookcover
"I Made this Jar..."  Bookcover
This curriculum notebook explores the  special nature of African-American celebrations  within the family and community, and encourages  students to discover their own cultural heritage.  Includes lesson plans, teacher  background, and a bibliography of  adult and children's literature.
$10.00ea

Also available on loan basis
This guide focuses on the contribution of the enslaved  potter and poet, Dave, who labored in the pottery industry  that flourished in the Edgefield District of South Carolina in  the 1800s.  The lesson plans address pottery making, written  and oral traditions in poetry, and the economics of slavery in  relation to antebellum craftwork.  Also included are teacher background, bibliography, and a set of ten color slides.
$20.00ea
Also available on loan basis
 

 

Shipping Charges

Up to $25.00 ------------ $ 4.00

$26.00 to $75.00 ------- $ 4.00

$76.00 to $100.00 ---- $14.00

Above $100.00 -------- $18.00

 

 

To order contact:

Peggy Nunn, Business Manager
McKissick Museum
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC 292908

803-777-7251 voice
803-777-2829 fax

nunnp<at>mailbox.sc.edu

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