PAST PROGRAM | Virtual Programs
Knots and ropework have held civilization together for millennia. While they can seem arcane in a world of zippers and zip ties, knotted rope remains an adaptable and resilient technology. Join artist and ship modeler Frank Hanavan for some history of rope and knots and learn to do a few knots you may find really useful in daily life.
- Frank Hanavan’s artwork
- The Ashley Book of Knots (1944) – Read at Archive.org
- The Kedge-Anchor or Young Sailors’ Assistant (1852) – Read at Archive.org
- Brian Toss, author of The Complete Rigger’s Apprentice (1997)
- The Museum of Knots and Sailors’ Ropework
- The Five Essential Knots (according to Frank): clove hitch, rolling hitch, bowline, sheet bend, reef (square) knot
Virtual Programs
Flash and Clang: Aids to Navigation with the Historic Lighthouse Tender Lilac | Virtual Program | Tuesday, June 2, 11am
A Rose in Spanish Harlem: Gardening with Urban Garden Center | Virtual Program | Wednesday, June 3, 11am
Pizza and Process: A Conversation with Designer Steph Mantis | Virtual Program | Thursday, June 4, 11am
Waterfront Workers: Finding the Harkins Family with Julie Golia | Virtual Program | Friday, June 5, 11am
Knot Tying 102 with Frank Hanavan | Virtual Program | Saturday, June 6, 11am
Art in Crisis: A Conversation with Charlotta Janssen | Free Virtual Program | Sunday, June 7, 11am
My Wuhan with Gina Gao | Virtual Program | Sunday, June 7, 4pm
Urban Hawks with Gabriel Willow | Virtual Program | Monday, June 8, 11am
Rocking The Boat: Changing Lives on the Bronx River | Virtual Program | Tuesday, June 9, 11am
