Welcome! This program exists for members of the Oregon Culture Keepers Roster and their peers to receive support, build bridges, and share hard skills related to maintaining a traditional arts practice.
Below, find scheduled & upcoming workshops. Recorded workshops will have a recording watch link posted next to their workshop titles 24 hours after the live event.
Contact OFN staff if you have any questions or concerns by emailing ofn@uoregon.edu or by calling our office at (541) 346-3820.
 | Monday, June 1, 6:00 - 7:30pmIntroducing the Oregon Traditional Artists Professional Development Institute Join Oregon Folklife Network staff and fellow peers as we kick off programming for this year. This will be a casual meeting for introductions, setting expectations, proposing group goals, and answering questions. (No ZOOM Recording Link Available) |
 | Wednesday, June 24, 12:00 - 1:30pmHow to Set and Negotiate Rates for Hire Virtual - Register to Attend Here Learn more about how to articulate the value of your time and advocate for appropriate compensation. Presenters will discuss real-life examples. This also will be a time to review and comment on the "fees" section of your Roster bio page -- the form language has recently been updated. Co-Presenters: Ali Esteghlalian (Persian Foodways and Practices | Cultural Analyst & Educator) and Dr. Kenya Márquez (Mexican Folklore Dance) |
 | Wednesday, July 1, 6:30 - 8:00pmDocumentary Premiere: 2025 Traditional Arts Apprenticeship Program Projects Virtual - Register to Attend Here Bring your popcorn! Watch mini documentary videos summarizing the 2025 Apprenticeship projects and hear live review from apprenticeship teams. Featuring: Steve Harris and Caitriona Harris (Vaquero Leatherwork), Sweta Ravisankar and Arshia Rajeshnarayanan (Nattuvangam), Feryal Abasi-Ghnaim and Jenan Bisharat (Palestinian Embroidery), Hossein Salehi and Benhamin Malihi (Persian Santoor). |
Additional summer 2026 programming will be posted soon! Potential workshop topics include, and are not limited to:
- How to Create a 501c3
- How to Run a Giving (Fundraising) Campaign
- Website Design 101 & 102
- How to Create Promotional Materials
Additional 2026 programming will be posted soon! Potential workshop topics include, and are not limited to:
- How to Create a 501c3
- How to Run a Giving (Fundraising) Campaign
- Website Design 101 & 102
- How to Create Promotional Materials