Current location for the Board meeting is a Zoom meeting online. All are welcome to attend ! If you want to attend, email austinbeadsociety@gmail.com and we'll send you details. Barbara’s presentation will include a discussion of the fascinating and little known history of trading beads in West Africa. The talk will span centuries, from the earliest use of beads as currency to buy gold, ivory and later slaves, to the local manufacture of beads and their part in African culture today. Whether you are interested in the history of beads, the part they play in some cultures, the intricacies of the manufacturing process or purely their beauty, you will find this talk and the accompanying photographs captivating. Barbara lived in Ghana, West Africa for 3 years. Remember - this Aug meeting will be held at Austin Bead Gallery - Their address is 8440 Burnet Rd, Suite 100A, 78757. Click here to see a map. Click here to continue reading ---
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ABS Board Meeting
ABS Board Meeting
August 12, 2019
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ABS Meeting Aug 26, 2019 Trading Beads of West Africa
ABS Meeting Aug 26, 2019 Trading Beads of West Africa
August 26, 2019 
Presentation by Barbara McKay
August 27, 2019(15 events)
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