September 2024

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 2024

SWWAG Workshop: Infusions From The Garden

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

We will learn how to infuse herbs from the garden to create a more expansive selection of products to cook with! Simple syrups, infused oils, honey, brines, and broths. Come learn new ways to enjoy and preserve your herbs! This workshop will be hosted behind the education center at Sankofa Community Farm and facilitated by...


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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 2024

CANCELED Midsummer Refresh at the Cob Oven

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

Update on 7/25: due to the ongoing investigation into the chemical contamination on the Bartram Mile Trail, this event has been postponed. New event date TBA. For more details, please visit www.bartramsgarden.org/2024contamination. Join Tiny Farm Wagon for an afternoon of creativity and renewal inspired by water! Painting, collage, refreshment, healing vibes, and more!


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POSTPONED Midsummer Refresh at the Cob Oven

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

Update on 7/19: This event has been postponed due to the ongoing investigation into potential chemical contamination in an area adjacent to the Bartram Mile Trail. The new date is Saturday, July 27, 11am-2pm.  For more details, please visit www.bartramsgarden.org/2024contamination   Join Tiny Farm Wagon for an afternoon of creativity and renewal inspired by water! Painting,...


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CANCELED Land Based Jawns Block Party

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

Owing to the Excessive Heat Warning, this event will not take place on July 6. Come through the Land-Based Jawns Block Party!  Bring ya fam, bring ya kids, bring ya neighbors - this event is free and open to everyone. LBJ will host mini versions of our skillshare workshops including what’s in your go/grow bag,...


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June 2024

As with the Land, is the People Workshop 2: Embodying Stories with Dance Exchange

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

Come join the Sankofa Youth Writers for a workshop on movement-based and embodied storytelling. Dance Exchange will take us on a “moving farm tour” where we will explore how to use dance to bring to life the land-based stories youth writers are writing for the As with the Land, is with the People book. This...


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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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May 2024

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.