RIEEA Workshop: Centering the ‘Culture’ in Agriculture at Ashawaug Farm
Date
August 12
Time
5:00 pm
Location
Ashawaug Farm
Join the Rhode Island Environmental Education Association (RIEEA) for a Centering the “Culture” in Agriculture workshop led by Dawn and Cassius Spears at Ashawaug Farm in Ashaway. Spend an evening at Ashawaug Farm and learn how Narragansett Tribe members Dawn and Cassius Spears utilize contemporary methods and traditional practices to balance cultural preservation with future generations’ importance. In this workshop, participants will explore how the farm integrates art and agriculture to expand knowledge of Narragansett foodways, supports community health and cultural revitalization, and promotes food sovereignty. Refreshments will be provided and a stipend will be offered.