Thursday, December 9, 2021

DOT features Cordillera weaving exhibit bazaar



BAGUIO CITY -- Weaving arts, crafts and products from provinces of the region were featured in “Cordillera weaves exhibit and weavers’ bazaar” at the Tourism regional office here Nov. 27 to Dec. 1.
    DOT Cordillera director Jovita Ganongan said traditional knowledge in the art of weaving is an important part of Cordillera’s rich culture and heritage that must be celebrated and pass on to the future generations.
    The weaving exhibit and bazaar provided a venue for Baguio folks and visitors to have a glimpse and to buy Cordillera weaving products for souvenirs or gifts and at the same time to learn about the Cordillera weaving as an art and an industry
    The DOT Cordillera in partnership with the Tourism Promotions Board, also initiated a webinar on Nov. 29 – 30 dubbed “Cordillera weaves, tradition, innovation and commerce” that aimed to explore the past, present and the future of Cordillera weaving industry.
    Science and Technology regional director Dr. Nancy Bantog presented the state of the Cordillera weaving industry, Trade and Industry OIC regional director Juliet Lucas talked on “Protecting the rights of the weaving industry stakeholders” while Tourism Promotions Board Chief operating officer lawyer Maria Anthonette Velasco – Allones discussed “Bringing the weaving industry in the 21st century.
    “The art of weaving design, tradition and the village weavers was discussed by Marion Martin of Kiangan Weavers Association.
    “Digitalization of the Cordillera textile was by Museo Kordilyera social anthropologist and museum director Dr. Analyn Salvador – Amores.
    Activities were in support to ongoing IBAGIW Creative Festival, an institutionalized event of the city government in line with Baguio being a member of the UNESCO’s Creative Cities particularly on Crafts and Folk Arts. -- PIA Cordillera

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