As part of the Conference House’s America250 series, this program highlights traditional craftsmanship and the skilled trades that were part of everyday life in early America.

Join artisan Tina Kaasmann-Dunn for a live chair caning demonstration, showcasing the intricate process of weaving natural fibers to restore and create functional seating. This demonstration offers insight into a historic craft that dates back centuries and remains an important part of material culture and domestic life. Visitors will have the opportunity to observe techniques up close and learn about the history and significance of chair caning in early American households.