Author Talk: Richard Tripp

Richard Tripp, teacher/farmer/weaver/writer, taught high school English on the Zuni Pueblo reservation in New Mexico from 1969-1972. He has put together stories of his teaching experiences in Zuni, tales of learning Pueblo pottery and Navajo weaving, anecdotes of his time living in a remote sheep camp behind the sacred mesa, then living in the pueblo itself and observing many ceremonies.

Lessons learned in Zuni: A Pueblo Memoir is a 231-page volume of memories of a time of personal transition and cultural changes in the tribe where he lived. The book contains vintage photos, historic Smithsonian archival scenes, and a gallery of pictures of Tripp's weavings and pottery made by him, his teacher Daisy Nampeyo, and others.

Tripp, a Lakeville resident, will read some passages from his book, answer questions, and sign copies of his book, which will be available for purchase at the program. He will share a display of pottery & weavings.

This event is free and open to all. No registration required.