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To Be Continued… a conversation with Claire O’Sullivan of Contemporary Hempery
October 27, 2024 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
This slightly eclectic conversation series is Sharon Kallis’ way of bringing home the stories from some of the people met along the way on her summer research trip. The name of this series is inspired by how sheep farmer Susan Russell ends conversations, “to be continued”, acknowledging there is always more to say, more to do, more to share. As many groups and individuals work at building back local textile systems, learning what it takes to truly clothe ourselves through respectful relationships to place, people, plants, and animals – there is always more to learn- more threads to be gathered up and woven together. This series hopes to amplify the voices of some of these folks doing this work in the UK and inspire others for what might be possible in their own community.
Join us for our first conversation in the series!
October 27th 10-11.30 am (PST) 7-8.30pm(WET)
Claire O’Sullivan from the Contemporary Hempery, Wakelyns farm, England. Claire will share her research into the rich history of hemp farming in East Anglia as well as share current successes, challenges and the next steps for invigorating the hemp industry. Learn how Claire and her business partner Kitty Wilson Brown are honouring agricultural and textile traditions while looking ahead towards contemporary, small-scale, artisanal projects.
Part presentation, part conversation, those interested are encouraged to join for the zoom talk. A recording will be made available of the presentation, the conversation will not be recorded.
Ticket registration ends October 25th, a zoom link will be emailed Saturday the 26th.
Register here: https://earthand.com/events/to-be-continued-a-conversation-with-claire-osullivan-of-contemporary-hempery/