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Corn, Beans, and Squash: What the Three Sisters Tell Us

Corn, beans, and squash, commonly known as “the Three Sisters,” have been important companion crops in Indigenous communities in the Americas for centuries. This combination not only holds traditional wisdom and folklore but has also been proven to be scientifically and environmentally symbiotic. As part of the Smithsonian Folklife Festival "Beyond the Mall" digital programming, […]

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Beyond the Mall: Making Matters

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A weekend digital program series featuring both seasoned master artisans and the everyday makers who find solace and connection in creativity.

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Smithsonian Folklife Festival

National Mall Madison Dr. and 12th Street, Washington, DC

The Smithsonian Folklife Festival returns to the National Mall this summer! Explore cultural traditions of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the Smithsonian’s Earth Optimism initiative during almost two weeks of workshops, demonstrations, performances, family activities and discussion sessions. Enjoy evening concerts after daytime programming concludes. Try delicious foods and browse artisans’ crafts at the […]

Free

Smithsonian Folklife Festival

National Mall Madison Dr. and 12th Street, Washington, DC

The Smithsonian Folklife Festival returns to the National Mall this summer! Explore cultural traditions of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the Smithsonian’s Earth Optimism initiative during almost two weeks of workshops, demonstrations, performances, family activities and discussion sessions. Enjoy evening concerts after daytime programming concludes. Try delicious foods and browse artisans’ crafts at the […]

Free

Smithsonian Folklife Festival

National Mall Madison Dr. and 12th Street, Washington, DC

The Smithsonian Folklife Festival returns to the National Mall this summer! Explore cultural traditions of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the Smithsonian’s Earth Optimism initiative during almost two weeks of workshops, demonstrations, performances, family activities and discussion sessions. Enjoy evening concerts after daytime programming concludes. Try delicious foods and browse artisans’ crafts at the […]

Free

Smithsonian Folklife Festival

National Mall Madison Dr. and 12th Street, Washington, DC

The Smithsonian Folklife Festival returns to the National Mall this summer! Explore cultural traditions of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the Smithsonian’s Earth Optimism initiative during almost two weeks of workshops, demonstrations, performances, family activities and discussion sessions. Enjoy evening concerts after daytime programming concludes. Try delicious foods and browse artisans’ crafts at the […]

Free