September 2025

  • SOLD OUT Grow it Yourself: Home Gardening Teach-In

    Sankofa Community Farm at Bartram's Garden
    5400 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA

    Grocery bill getting high? Want to learn how to grow your own food? In this workshop hosted by Sankofa Community Farm at Bartram's Garden and PASA, instructors Hajjah Glover, Ty Holmberg, and Emma Ford will teach participants how to: Build a functional and sturdy garden bed Plant and layout a thriving garden Protect your garden,...


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  • Sankofa Community Farm Volunteer Day

    Sankofa Community Farm at Bartram's Garden
    5400 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA

    Volunteers will work alongside Farm staff to support seasonal plantings, harvesting, weeding, invasive species removal, and orchard support. Volunteers will meet at the Sankofa Community Farm at 9:30 AM and be separated into groups and provided with instructions and safety protocols for the day. Out of respect and safety for our staff and others, please...


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  • August 2025

  • SWWAG 2025 Workshops

    SOLD OUT SWWAG Workshop: Intro to Fall Planting

    Sankofa Community Farm at Bartram's Garden
    5400 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA

    Do you like carrots, beets, and broccoli? Come to Sankofa Community Farm to learn the basics of planting your fall garden. We will also cover fall maintenance, including best practices in natural agriculture and pest management. Led by Kyone Carter. (beginner-friendly!)


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  • Sankofa Community Farm Volunteer Day

    Sankofa Community Farm at Bartram's Garden
    5400 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA

    Volunteers will work alongside Farm staff to support seasonal plantings, harvesting, weeding, invasive species removal, and orchard support. Volunteers will meet at the Sankofa Community Farm at 9:30 AM and be separated into groups and provided with instructions and safety protocols for the day. Out of respect and safety for our staff and others, please...


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  • July 2025

  • SWWAG 2025 Workshops

    SWWAG Workshop: Weed Wacker 101

    Sankofa Community Farm at Bartram's Garden
    5400 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA

    Learn the basics of the infamously frustrating and very important tool—the weed wacker/string trimmer! Participants will learn how to restring, make gas mix, a step-by-step start, problem-solving/troubleshooting, hands-on training, and best practices in safety.


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  • June 2025

  • Sankofa Community Farm Volunteer Day

    Sankofa Community Farm at Bartram's Garden
    5400 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA

    Volunteers will work alongside Farm staff to support seasonal plantings, harvesting, weeding, invasive species removal, and orchard support. Volunteers will meet at the Sankofa Community Farm at 9:30 AM and be separated into groups and provided with instructions and safety protocols for the day. Out of respect and safety for our staff and others, please...


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  • SOLD OUT Sankofa Community Farm Volunteer Day

    Sankofa Community Farm at Bartram's Garden
    5400 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA

    Volunteers will work alongside Farm staff to support seasonal plantings, harvesting, weeding, invasive species removal, and orchard support. Volunteers will meet at the Sankofa Community Farm at 9:30 AM and be separated into groups and provided with instructions and safety protocols for the day. Out of respect and safety for our staff and others, please...


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  • May 2025

  • CANCELLED Sankofa Community Farm Volunteer Day

    Sankofa Community Farm at Bartram's Garden
    5400 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA

    Volunteers will work alongside Farm staff to support seasonal plantings, harvesting, weeding, invasive species removal, and orchard support. Volunteers will meet at the Sankofa Community Farm at 9:30 AM and be separated into groups and provided with instructions and safety protocols for the day. Out of respect and safety for our staff and others, please...


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Biking & Walking

Stroll the Schuylkill River Trail or join us for biking!

Birds

Look up! More than 100 species of birds rely on this ecosystem.

Boating & Fishing

Enjoy all that the Tidal Schuylkill River has to offer.

Flowers, Plants & Trees

See what’s blooming, find a favorite tree, and stroll the gardens and natural lands.

Gardening

Bring the Garden home! Shop for plants or grow food, trees, and more.

History

Uncover the interconnected stories of this historic site.

Kids' Activities

Join us year-round to learn, make, share, and wonder.

Sankofa Community Farm

“Go back and get it!” Growing food sovereignty with an African Diaspora focus.

Southwest Philadelphia

Resources and opportunities especially for neighbors in Southwest Philly.

Water Quality

View our latest data on current river conditions.

Workshops, Wellness & Culture

Enjoy upcoming workshops, self-care, and events. Are you a Southwest artist? Let’s partner!

Youth Internships

Calling Southwest students: paid internships available with the river, the farm, and the trees.