Crowns, Cloth & Culture: Exploring Zimbabwean Textiles & Mixed-Media

Join local artist & DDE Cultural Champion Jedidah Chick for a vibrant, hands-on afternoon celebrating Zimbabwean heritage, textiles, and art In this interactive session, you will: Explore the Power of the Zambia: Discover the history of the zambia (the multi-purpose wraparound cloth) and the dhuku (traditional headwrap). Try them on yourself to experience how they are worn for warmth, community respect, and daily life. Uncover Sacred Symbolism: Learn about the geometric visual languages of Zimbabwe—from the ancient Chevron stone masonry of Great Zimbabwe to modern geometric textile masters like Esther Mahlangu. Hear Jedidah’s Story: Hear Jedidah’s personal journey as a Shona artist and Cultural Champion while exploring physical, heavily textured samples of her story-led artwork. If you enjoy this event and any of the other events at Respect Fest 2026, please donate to our Crowdfunder, and give us a headstart to plan for Respect Fest 2027. We need local support to make this happen again! https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/qr/VlDvK1kn?utm_campaign=sharemodal&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=shortlink