History of the Hudson’s Bay Point Blanket
Jan 12, 2018 | 11:00 AM
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The Hudson’s Bay Point Blanket has become an emblem for Canada, but this textile comes with a lot of challenges. From popular fur trade item to Olympic coat, learn about the long history of this iconic point blanket.
Don’t miss you on the Point Blanket Assessment happening before the lecture from 5:30-6:30. Bring out that Hudson’s Bay Point Blanket tucked in the back of your closet! Using ‘The Collector’s Guide to Point Blankets’ by Harold Tichenor’s book we’ll shed some light on the age of your blanket.
January 18, 2018 from 6:30 to 8:00 at Kamloops Museum and Archives, 207 Seymour St. | Free!
Register through ezReg (http://www.ezregprodsvr.kamloops.ca/) or call 250 828 3500 (Course # 279997)
