Woman's cap

20th century

Ceremonial caps were worn by women during “first foods” ceremonies—held at the time of the first appearance of seasonal plants, fish and animals—and at rituals to prevent illness. Young girls wore them at coming-of-age ceremonies.

Bear grass, hazelnut shoots, and maidenhair fern stems

3 5/8 in. (9.21 cm)

Diam.: 7 1/2 in.

Gift of John H. Hauberg

86.94

Not currently on view

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