The New Jersey State Museum has reopened with an exhibit celebrating New Jersey folk life, “Culture in Context: A Tapestry of Expression” One of the Featured artists is Forked River basketmaker Mary May. Mary May is not only a master basketmaker but an historian of South Jersey baskets. NJN Producer Susan Wallner finds out more about this traditional craft.

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