Ribbon Work Pillow Workshop to Support Cultural Learning and Youth Connection

The Quapaw Nation Youth Connections Program will host a Ribbon Work Pillow Workshop on May 12, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Community Building, located at 5681 South 630 Road, Quapaw, OK 74363.

This hands-on workshop is open to all tribal youth ages 5–24, and parents are encouraged to join and help. The class will be taught by Mary Jacobs, and all supplies will be provided.

Workshops like this create opportunities for youth to learn through hands-on experience while spending time with their community. Cultural activities and traditional arts are often an important way to build connection, confidence, and a sense of identity.

Research from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) highlights that culturally grounded programs can support resilience and overall well-being for Native youth by strengthening community ties and cultural engagement.

Traditional arts and hands-on learning also play a role in passing knowledge between generations. Programs supported by the National Endowment for the Arts emphasize that workshops and community-based learning help preserve and continue cultural practices in meaningful ways.

This workshop offers a space where creativity, culture, and community come together. It provides youth with an opportunity to learn, participate, and connect in a respectful and supportive environment.

To sign up, contact Kristen Keys at (918) 325-2886 or kristen.keys@quapawnation.com.

Sponsored through a federal grant from SAMHSA.