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Discover: The Traditional Tattoo Art of Batok
2026-05-02 14:00:00 2026-05-02 15:00:00 America/New_York Discover: The Traditional Tattoo Art of Batok Learn about the fascinating world of Batok! Batok is the Filipino Kalinga tribe’s ancient way of tattooing. To tattoo in Batok style, artists use Austronesian tools – the hafted needle and mallet. A staff member will lead participants in a presentation detailing the fascinating art form. Accokeek - Large Meeting Room

Saturday, May 02
2:00pm - 3:00pm

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Learn about the fascinating world of Batok! Batok is the Filipino Kalinga tribe’s ancient way of tattooing. To tattoo in Batok style, artists use Austronesian tools – the hafted needle and mallet. A staff member will lead participants in a presentation detailing the fascinating art form.

AGE GROUP: | Teen (13-18 yrs) | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Speaker or Panel | Asian Pacific American Heritage |

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