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The art of natural dyeing has been practiced since ancient times. Join Julie Yu, PhD staff scientist with the Exploratorium’s Teacher Institute and repurpose plant and animal materials to create a variety of natural dyes. Combine these with metal mordants to explore how to transfer pigments onto natural fibers and discuss the chemistry of color. Come learn how to stain your clothes on purpose! Price: $60 for members/ $70 non members
