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The Mvskoke Cultural community Garden.

Authors :
Tyner, Mekko
Azbell, Lacey
Coon, Bobbie
Moore, Mackie
Pembrook, Trent
Randall, Monte
Source :
Tribal College Journal. Spring2019, Vol. 30 Issue 3, p30-34. 5p. 4 Color Photographs.
Publication Year :
2019

Abstract

The article discusses the community garden developed by the College of the Muscogee Nation in Okmulgee, Oklahoma. The college aims to provide students traditional knowledge in corn and vegetable farming and incorporate farming knowledge in its assessment of student learning. Topics include the cultural significance of corn for the Creek people, promoting food sovereignty through education, and enlisting tribal elders to impart traditional gardening knowledge.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
10525505
Volume :
30
Issue :
3
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Tribal College Journal
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
134947804