Nautical Maker Series: Sailor's Valentines
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USS Constitution Museum
Make a special sailor’s valentine for someone you love!
On Saturday, February 10th, join the Museum for a special Valentine’s Day Maker Event! We will provide the materials to create a one-of-a-kind valentine in the style of this popular 19th century souvenir. All you have to bring is the creativity!
Date: February 10, 2024
Time: 11:00 am- 3:00 pm
Activity Price: $5.00 per kit
Maker Activity: Sailor’s Valentines
What is a sailor’s valentine? These works of art are made by arranging small seashells in a symmetrical pattern, commonly in an octagonal box. They were a popular souvenir purchased by sailors for their sweethearts back home and often featured a symbol of love at the center. While the name suggests that the sailors created these themselves, most were created and purchased on the island of Barbados.