Finnish American Rag Rug Weavers (2019)
Between 1865 and 1920, Finnish immigrants brought traditional arts to America, including woven and braided rag rugs. As a hallmark of Finnish ethnic culture, rag rugs and their makers hold special places in the hearts of Finnish America. Cultural sociologist Michael Loukinen brings us into the homes and to the workrooms of traditional weavers in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. He portrays the interwoven world of cultural beliefs, aesthetic practices, and family history that each rug represents. From the treasured family-memory heirloom, from each carefully protected rug to its threadbare, tattered clump on a tractor seat, these rugs are an art form that embodies several Finnish American cultural values.
Director: Michael Loukinen
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 53 min
Release Date: August 18, 2019
Editing: Alex Maier
Production: Up North Films
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Finnish American Rag Rug Weavers about?
- Between 1865 and 1920, Finnish immigrants brought traditional arts to America, including woven and braided rag rugs. As a hallmark of Finnish ethnic culture, rag rugs and their makers hold special places in the hearts of Finnish America. Cultural sociologist Michael Loukinen brings us into the homes and to the workrooms of traditional weavers in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. He portrays the interwoven world of cultural beliefs, aesthetic practices, and family history that each rug represents. From the treasured family-memory heirloom, from each carefully protected rug to its threadbare, tattered clump on a tractor seat, these rugs are an art form that embodies several Finnish American cultural values.
- Who directed Finnish American Rag Rug Weavers?
- Finnish American Rag Rug Weavers was directed by Michael Loukinen.
- How long is Finnish American Rag Rug Weavers?
- Finnish American Rag Rug Weavers has a runtime of 53m (53 minutes).
- What genre is Finnish American Rag Rug Weavers?
- Finnish American Rag Rug Weavers is a Documentary film.
- Where was Finnish American Rag Rug Weavers produced?
- Finnish American Rag Rug Weavers was produced in United States of America.