Peace Corps Volunteer Gail Bakken Goodhue displays Mapuche weavings and handicrafts at a conference, Chile
Description:
Peace Corps Volunteer Gail Bakken Goodhueworked with Mapuche weavers and wood carvers in Llama Volcano and Laguna Iclama regions to sell their crafts to supplement income. The Mapuche women of this region make traditional blankets, mantas, saddlebags, belts, and the Ski Llama vest. Mapuche men of this region make musical instruments and small wooden carvings.