"Furthering the Traditional Weave" by Eric Bacon (Passamaquoddy); photo: Erin Johnstone.
Grant Recipient
Eric Otter Bacon
"Furthering the Traditional Weave" by Eric Bacon (Passamaquoddy); photo: Erin Johnstone.
Location
Princeton, ME
Fiscal Year Awarded
2010
Grant or Program
Native Arts New England Grant
Grant Amount
$3,000
With support from NEFA's Native Arts New England Grant, master basketmaker Eric Bacon (Passamaquoddy) created handmade tools and basket molds to be shared with the Native community, which aided in promoting the art of basketry and encouraged diversity in design.