Tracing the Past: The Art & History of Paper Rubbing

Learn about paper rubbing—a centuries-old technique used to capture textures and preserve inscriptions from stone, wood, metal, and more.

We’ll cover essential materials, techniques, and tips for successful rubbings, followed by an opportunity to practice the method using provided surfaces or materials you bring from home. We’ll also discuss the ethics and legality of gravestone rubbing, including how to identify suitable stones, obtain permissions and preserve delicate historic markers with care and respect.

Ages 18 & up. Attendees are welcome to bring paper, crayons and rubbing surface but there will be some materials provided.

In conjunction with Jennifer Keene's Artist Exhibit in the Oconee County Library.

Sign up on our website: https://athenslibrary.libcal.com/event/15358235

You may also like the following events from Oconee County Library:

• Next month, 1st November, 11:00 am, Automatic for the Meeple Board Game Day in Watkinsville

Also check out other Arts events in Watkinsville.