Workshop for Kids on Aboriginal Plant Use

We welcome kids to come learn about Aboriginal plant use and native plants in this FREE workshop.

Suggested for kids aged 6-12 years, parents/guardians must be present.

Details:

Saturday 21 September

10:00 - 11:30am

FREE but limited tickets available.

This public program is part of Return - an exhibition running from 19 - 22 September as part of FUSE Spring, Darebin's multi-arts festival. Further details below.

Return is a visual art exhibition by Barkandji artist, writer and researcher Zena Cumpston. For many years Zena has worked to bring together community groups and projects to share research, writing and exhibitions aimed at empowering Country and community, illuminating Indigenous ecological knowledge. ‘Return’ features artworks, music, talks and workshops celebrating the plant knowledge of southeastern Aboriginal peoples, with a particular focus on the cultural landscape of the Darebin area and the plants of Wurundjeri Woiwurrung Country.

This exhibition will include both Indigenous and non-Indigenous guest collaborators as part of public programs aimed at engaging diverse audiences with Indigenous knowledge, plants of place and the deep knowledge of Country embedded within them. ‘Return’ will provide opportunities for learning, art making, conversation and for empowering actions in our own backyards, balconies and nature strips to support biodiversity and to embrace our shared responsibility to act as custodians of the lands we call home.

Proudly supported by the Darebin City Council's FUSE Fund Program.

Photo by Christian Capurro.