Aug
19
The Pre-settlement Relationship of Plants and Culture
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Sunday, August 19th, 2018
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Maze Library, 845 Gunderson Ave, Oak Park, IL, 60304 Map
Maze Library, 845 Gunderson Ave, Oak Park, IL, 60304 Map
The Pre-settlement Relationship of Plants and Culture presented by Tom Smith
This presentation will give us a look into how regional habitats impacted Indians' way of life. Tom will explain early Indian agriculture, and the uses of local indigenous plants for food, medicine, and trade, as well as the widespread use of plants in spiritual practices.
Tom Smith is the Stewardship Coordinator for the Lake County Forest Preserve District for 34 years and works in both the Natural Resource and Education Departments. He is a Participating member of the Brothertown Indian Nation of Wisconsin.