The world's largest Navajo Rug - La Posada Hotel Winslow, Arizona

In 1932 Lorenzo Hubbell of the famous Hubbell Trading Post
network commissioned Sam and Julia Joe to weave the world's
largest Navajo Rug for promotional purposes. It has not been
seen in public in over 50 years. Allan Affeldt purchased the
rug in 2012. He donated it to the Winslow Art Trust and it will
be displayed at the Route 66 Art Museum at La Posada Hotel
in Winslow, Arizona. On this day the descendants of the Joe
family have been invited to a private reunion at La Posada.
This event is especially touching because in attendance is
Emma Joe who as a child carded wool for two years to help
make the rug. This will be the first time most of the members
of the Joe family will see and touch the rug.
Filmed and edited by David Herzberg

[@desbahyazzie3769]

My husband's Great Grandmother made the rug, her name was Julia Joe. It was made in Lower Greasewood ,Az. It is consided the world's largest rug because it is one big rug. Unlike the the one made in chilchinbito, Az . Which has many rugs in one big rug. My mother in law Betty Abe. Has tons of photos on it and the creator Julia Joe in it. It took 7 years to make. And over 300 pounds of wool. It was made 1 1/2 miles east of greasewood school. This is who made it. At time back in the 1930's it was sold by julia joe for only 3500 to lorenzo hubbell at Ganado ,az at Hubbells Trading post. My mother in law weaves the same style as it is passed down from her. This is right story and thank u for stopping by.

[@LuckyBaldwin777]

That rug is absolutely gorgeous. I think about the size of the loom they had to build to weave the rug and their ingenuity just amazes me.

[@LuckyBaldwin777]

P.S. Does your mother in law take her rugs to the big show in Park City? I'd like to see them sometime

[@janicewelch517]

In 1930's was that 35.00 if it was sold for that much I would think the family would rather have it back in their possession. And if the Hotel rather keep it for a display I think it should be paid a huge price for them to keep it. A big sacrifice was made to sell it in 1930's probably for a small bag of flour, sugar, coffee.

[@suzanneyoung4168]

That is a stunning rug! And the size is mind-blowing. I can't even imagine how big the loom had to have been. What a beautiful legacy for your family. I love Navaho rugs, but will probably never be able to afford one. The craftsmanship and love that went into each rug makes me awestruck. I am mesmerized watching videos of the weavers at work.

[@AnthonyRomero-zr2ww]

Hello if you get a chance to answer ,much appreciated. Yeah like first comment did they make a gigantic loom ? How much would that 35 equal to in today's USD ? And lastly you said over seven years ,I wonder over the years from start to finish how many man/woman hours actually went into it? Pretty sure it was done in between other work and housework etc but what do I know ? I would say maybe over the years it equated to one year full time for both of them?

[@g3naV]

Wow, very beautiful, stunning and breathtaking! Just looking at and admiring details of the rug inspires me to admire it in person. I was wondering, why not denote the rug back to family or to the Navajo museum?...Why La Posada Inn? I've been there before and it's a beautiful landmark but I am always pro Navajo and their treasures. God bless the hands that created and helped create such beauty.

[@malinchemera]

WOW! I'm lost for words that was beautiful! Thx for sharing!: )

[@tierraCARRILLO]

My grandmother really wanted too see this rug. Now we are just waiting till next year to see it at the la pasada when it's permanently displayed.

[@lorrainewhitlock5377]

Beautiful rug and the huge undertaking to make it. I would love to see it. Blessings for the Joe family🙏😍

[@monster84152]

That rug really tied the room together.

[@bibliotekarin]

Beyond gorgeous, beyond amazing. Truly a miracle of weaving. I wish I could have met the artist.

[@CoryTheRaven]

What a lovely rug. And seeing the gentleman doing what looked like a smudge with it has made me interested in the spirituality behind Navajo rugs, so thank you for making me curious!

[@galewatkins3880]

My the Great Spirit keep blessing you all. A most beautiful carpet. Thank you for sharing.

[@clayoreilly4553]

What a beautiful and emotional ceremony. Thank you all for sharing this.

[@ShelleeGraham]

Thank you for sharing this special event with the Joe Family and the exceptional Navajo rug. The giant rug is amazing. What an incredible undertaking. Fantastic.

[@rrbarrycrna]

I feel blessed having seen this video! What an amazing treasure! Spirit guided it’s creation and flows to each who have the privilege to witness it. I can imagine the rug’s true beauty in person. Thank you for sharing this!

[@kathypultorak4778]

Wow! It is beyond words, absolutely stunning and beautiful and is and should be a world treasure!!!!

[@mardellarowland5339]

AHO AHO...incredible! Must share. RIP Sam & Julia!

[@tamarronclark8003]

Very Beautiful way to go grandma's love you all and God Bless you all.

[@susanporter3399]

What a stunningly absolutely most beautiful rug with so much about their history and lives so amazing!!

[@marydavis397]

This rug is beautiful! I know it has a special meaning to the Joe Family....No doubt that a lot of hard work and fine conversation has gone into the creation of this beautiful piece of art. I hope to one day see it in person. I'm sure I will feel the emotion that was expressed by Julia Joe. Thank you for sharing this wonderful time piece with us.

[@kgmingled2235]

This is my great grandmother rug and I am really proud of my grandmother work

[@melissaoaks1264]

How utterly beautiful and heart warming.

[@kismymailks]

What a beautiful moment for the family. Native rug and blanket weaving is such a intricate and intelligent skill that I truly appreciate. What a inspiration. 98 wow I could only hope, much respect Emma Joe.

[@valenciajohn3043]

Awesome! , Lord Jesus watch over my people, the Dine (Navajo 's) keep them all safe and protect them from harm, thank you Lord Jesus.

[@cynthiaahern9081]

So emotional right now watching this. Thank you for allowing me to come home. I'm crying😢😢

[@shaimanbegay7641]

Chilchinbeto Arizona Navajo Nation :) Is Where The Rug Was Made That's My Homeland My Town And Very Proud Of It :)

[@chiefcornfield]

this one was made in greasewood az.

[@tdhawk167]

I'm so emotional

[@keiratom8496]

Hey my mom's side of the family!

[@neelieco]

Absolutely stunning rug! Such a beautifully emotional experience for the famly I'm sure!

[@AutoWorldzz]

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[@tonywhitehorse9227]

Good things, beautiful , never seen a rug that big. Thx 4 sharing.

[@philipburton9518]

Beautiful video; however, there is no describing what happens when you see this work of art in person. Few things have touched me as this great masterpiece has. I've seen great art in galleries and museums all over the world, and this piece ranks with the finest - almost sacred in its importance - a true national treasure. Nearly 90 years old, and it looks as if it could have been woven yesterday - astonishingly well preserved. The natural white and gray wool is clear and clean, and the Ganado Red is the deepest crimson as well as the dye that makes the jet black accents throughout. The new display is so thoughtfully done and so informative. The Winslow Trust is to be congratulated. In fact, a two-day visit to Winslow is definitely worth your time. The historic La Posoda Hotel draws the most interesting and friendly guests, and staff is first-rate. Per square yard, Winslow has more glorious sties than most tourist destinations. You will never forget this unique experience. Then, come see us in Santa Fe: We got some good stuff to see as well.

[@janohare916]

Thank you for the opportunity to see this beautiful rug and these beautiful people.

[@donnaduhamel6004]

Tears if joy for the creativity, sad tears for the seperation from the family for so long, how about the Indigenous museum for the tribe gets to put on display fo all people to Admire and Love!♡♡♡♡??

[@larrytsosie1451]

The art of knowledge soul& wisdom of our elderly s rise up my DINE

[@oscargodinez9541]

navajo good people amen

[@CAEddy]

How incredibly beautiful a story and a priceless treasure !! Is it now at the Museum mentioned in the story?

[@irvjkeeto4135]

Yeeeeeeaaaahh!! Outstandingly and Awesomely Ni'zhoni', so heartwarming to see a happy family. Thank Our Holy Ones for taking Care of all our Mothers, Thank you(s) for Sharing... God Bless

[@stardrifter55]

Amazing beautiful work 😮❤

[@mardellarowland5339]

When's the next "showing"?

[@jenniferschmitzkatze1244]

Vielen Dank. that was a wonderful moment. I got emotional too .

[@mickiewharton1120]

AWESOME !

[@namedrop721]

This is amazing and proper

[@donovandixson4576]

Nice and thanks for sharing this video

[@nicolemariecastillo5456]

Beautiful Thank you for sharing ☺

[@amandabarker2047]

Absolutely beautiful

[@cyndirankin]

Such a beautiful thing to see. Not just the rug, but the face of the woman who helped create it! Bless the Joe family.

[@sarahschmidt2782]

My eyes are raining.

[@KREN12623]

🙏🙏🙏🙏🖤💙💛🤍🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@JimOverbeckgenius]

Brilliant.

[@alidahall8726]

It's so beautiful.

[@lordrudimus]

Amazing!!!! Good to see!!!!

[@chazhogue2945]

WOW!

[@terenfro1975]

Standard loom? Other wise, the loom would be huge. It looks like it is pieced. If it isn't, they need to stop folding it. It is getting old and folding will damage the rug. You can already see fold lines in the wool. This will cause weak points. When stored and transported, it needs to be rolled. Need to also make sure the little micro bugs don't eat it.

[@joanhyde1745]

Beautiful and imposing to have such a wonderful example of Navaho artistry. How generous of the owners to share it through the Winslow Museum so that the whole public can view it. Perhaps someday an explanation of its special designs will be shared with it.

[@amyyazzie249]

Wow that’s Beautiful what a Treasure to have and be a part of something Amazing.

[@dennislockhart8627]

❤️

[@1undeadwarr]

thats.. gonna be worth alot of money... later

[@kambrose3339]

That's cool she hadvthe chancebto see that rug again. ✌

[@positivewvr]

I’m in the salt family

[@glenncochran8269]

teec nos pas?

[@Ленад-е1ш]

♥️♥️♥️🌈☀️💕😘

[@peytonfan]

🦋🖤🦋

[@killawhatt8620]

WOW!