submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Join the Somali Museum and poet Khadijo Abdi of Minneapolis as they share personal stories and experiences related to climate change and water issues. This event inspires conversation, action, and engagement in climate justice initiatives within the Somali community and beyond.
Please RSVP to confirm your attendance. We look forward to sharing this remarkable occasion with you!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/changing-the-narrative-tickets-692772249447?aff=oddtdtcreator
The exhibit will be open until August 14th.
A traveling exhibit and community engagement initiative that explores the science, history, story, culture, and relationships of water in Minnesota. Locally hosted by the Somali Museum of Minnesota on the Augsburg University campus.
At the exhibit you will find:
stories from Somali Minnesotans about the role water plays in their lives
water-related artifacts from the Somali Museum’s collection
interactive exhibits about water in Minnesota and the challenges around keeping water healthy
events to celebrate Somali water culture in the past and present
Exhibit hours:
Tuesday: Noon to 7 p.m.
Wednesday: Noon to 7 p.m.
Thursday: Noon to 7 p.m.
Friday: Noon to 7 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Somali Museum staff will be with the exhibit on Saturdays.
For more information: https://www.pca.state.mn.us/events-and-meetings/we-are-water-mn-somali-museum-minneapolis-2023-06-2208-14