Join Haitian artist and storyteller host Nathalie Jean-Baptiste at Haiti Cultural Exchange for a hands-on workshop that celebrates the spirit of Haiti’s Christmas season.

Come build your very own fanals, handcrafted paper lanterns that traditionally light up Haitian streets during the holidays. In this guided step-by-step workshop, you will discover the history and cultural significance of these lanterns. What to expect: art exploration, storytelling and tradition coming together in this luminous celebration of community.

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Registration required

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ABOUT THE ARTIST

Nathalie Jean-Baptiste is a Haitian painting artist and creative host. Her artistic and culinary creations often explore the intersection between tradition and innovation, offering a sensory journey rooted in authenticity and cultural pride. While a painter, she is also the founder of an exclusive dining series that celebrates culture, connection, and soulful storytelling through food and art. She takes pride in blending her Haitian heritage with modern sensibilities. Her work reflects themes of identity, spirituality, and human connection through the essence of community and storytelling. As a passionate learner and educator, she proudly completed a residency with the Guggenheim’s Learning Through Art program where experienced teaching artists are placed into New York City public schools to collaborate with classroom teachers to develop, facilitate, and integrate art projects into the school curriculum. Jea-Baptiste’s curiosity fuels her creations and desire to share knowledge through art and experience. Nathalie is also the author of Trogon’s Song of Hope, a children’s book introducing young readers to Haiti’s national bird, the Hispaniolan Trogon.