Talk: 9:30-11 a.m.
Workshop: 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Explore the connections between nature, creativity and well-being through the living language of willow. Join artist and farmer Howard Peller, U-M botanist and professor Selena Smith Ph.D., and invited Indigenous and campus voices for a conversation on willow’s cultural history, ecological importance and role in fostering resilience and human well-being.

The event will also unveil the vision for the "Living Willow Structures" campus project, followed by a hands-on willow weaving workshop where participants can experience the mindful, restorative process of creating with this remarkable material.

This workshop is presented in conjunction with the University of Michigan Climate Week Initiative.



Prior experience is not required. Free and open to the public.
Attendance at both events is not required. Limited space available.
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