Book Launch: Plant Teachings from My Auntie With Nancy J. Turner and Geraldine Manson
October 13 @ 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Join renowned ethnobotanist Nancy J. Turner and Coast Salish knowledge keeper Geraldine Manson for the launch of their new book, Plant Teachings from My Auntie: Gathering Coast Salish Plants for Medicine, Textiles, Nourishment, and Ceremony.
This beautifully illustrated book shares the teachings, stories, and cultural significance of Coast Salish plants, highlighting their roles in medicine, nourishment, textiles, technology, and ceremony. Through personal narrative and intergenerational knowledge sharing, Turner and Manson explore Indigenous relationships with the land and the enduring importance of cultural plant knowledge in Coast Salish communities today.
The evening will begin with a Territorial Welcome, followed by a conversation with the authors about the inspiration behind the book, the process of documenting and sharing Indigenous plant knowledge, and the importance of stewardship and cultural continuity. Audience members will have an opportunity to participate in a Q&A and meet the authors following the presentation.
Books will be available for purchase and signing.
Free to attend.
Presented by the Royal BC Museum in partnership with New Society Publishers.
For more information about the book: https://newsociety.com/book/plant-teachings-from-my-auntie/
Location: Royal BC Museum – Conference Hall