Matyó Folk Art Association
Mezőkövesd, Kisjankó Bori u. 5, 3400 Hungary
Bernadett Pap
matyofolk@gmail.com
Introduction
The Matyó Folk Art Association was established in 1991 by members of the Matyó Folk Dance Ensemble operating at the City Cultural Center. In the first few years, the focus was on folk dance traditions. With the expansion of activities and membership, traditional handicrafts, including embroidery, traditional costume making, and furniture painting, gained increasing importance within the association's activities.
Thematic relevance
The Matyó Folk Art Association is a vital institution in safeguarding and promoting an important aspect of Hungarian traditional handicrafts, as they have played a significant role in the reactivation, preservation, and protection of traditional handicrafts since its founding in 1991. The association revitalizes traditional handicrafts through active participation, workshops, and community events. For example, they have reintroduced the Matyó embroidery technique by organizing classes and workshops that teach this craft to a new generation.