Community Gardening During World War I
| Hours: | 2pm - 3 pm |
| Ages: | Teens, Adults |
| In/Outdoor: | Indoor |
| Cost: | Free |
| Category: | Lectures/Discussions |
Ruth Hayden-Smith, University of California Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources, will consider the significant impact on American food production, consumption patterns, and cultural life of three popular World War I national gardening and agricultural programs: the National War Garden Commission, the United States School Garden Army, and the Woman’s Land Army.
Through these programs, the federal government, in partnership with private organizations and a strong grassroots effort, urged Americans to express their loyalty and patriotism through by producing and conserving their own food.
As then, the connection between the nation’s food readiness and national security has relevance today.
| WEBSITE | ↑ top |
nationalheritagemuseum.org/Programs.aspx
| LOCATION | ↑ top |
33 Marrett Road, Lexington, MA, 02421 map
Phone: 781-861-6559
Corner Route 2A and Marrett Road in Lexington, MA
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