Ukrainian Embroidery Celebration

2023 NACo Achievement Award Winner

Charlotte County, Fla., FL

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About the Program

Category: Arts, Culture and Historic Preservation

Year: 2023

In March 2022 as part of an ongoing series of local artist spotlights and exhibits, Charlotte County Libraries and History featured Ukrainian embroidery (Vyshyvanka), eggs, ceremonial clothing, and traditional decorations representing the various regions of Ukraine. Along with a monthlong exhibit and artist interviews aired on the Community Services YouTube channel, a reception and informational session were held by the Ukrainian American Society of Southwest Florida at one of the local library branches.

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