Ukrainians in CT keep ties with culture. In a history with ‘tragic pages’ it helps sustain identity

In Stamford and West Hartford, members of the diaspora collect and display stitched artwork and teach classes to keep the tradition alive ...

A common thread: Ukrainians in CT keep ties with culture, home through embroidery

The current war, and the hardships that came with it, elevated the art’s significance. For members of the diaspora, each piece is personal.