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Heritage Crafts

Learn a heritage craft from gifted artisans at Fort William Historical Park - the world's largest reconstructed fur trade post. After an orientation to the important work of heritage artisans at the Fort, get comfortable in the learning wigwam or an historic building and immerse yourself in the making of a historic craft.
Package Includes:

·        2 overnights at the Valhalla Inn, an award winning full-service hotel (indoor pool, whirlpool, dining room, lounge, corporate services)

·        Admission and tour at Fort William Historical Park

·        Choice of heritage craft with instruction and materials as per the Fort's current workshop schedule .  See also a sample craft list printed below.  

·        Welcome package including local information, and map

 

Sample Price per person: (2008 - will vary with craft chosen)

$ 419 per person Double CAN Funds
$ 479 per person Single
 
Some of the heritage crafts available include:
Tin Storm Lantern
Holiday Decorations
Tinplate Drinking Tankard
Ship's Lantern (tin and glass)
Weather Vane
Shaker Box
Cask Firing
Campware: Tripod & S-Hooks
Ojibwa Snowshoes
Oval Tub
Three-Legged Stool
Drum Making
Beaded Barrette
Quill Work
Loom Beading
Wooden Bucket
Beadwork
Earrings with Beads & Quills
Gauntlet Mittens
Moccasins
Mukluks
Moose Mitts
Create a Capote
Leather and Wool Decorative Cushion

Notes:  Offered year round subject to availability of artisans and materials.