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Cotton Tales: Ma'o

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Watch the recording above.

Speaker: Jillian Scheibe

Jillian Scheibe spun the cotton tale in an interactive talk regarding the history and uses of cotton. Jill is a lifelong fiber and plant enthusiast who works with cotton from seed to yarn. She has a BS in Ag Science and works with commercial farmers through the Hawaiʻi Department of Agriculture.

Logistics:

  • When: Thursday, May 5, 2025 at 5:30 pm (Talk starts at 6 pm)
  • Where: Hale Pulelehua, Amy Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden, 82-6160 Mamalahoa Hwy (please park at the Garden Visitor Center and walk in)

Followed By: Ethnobotanical Pupu Potluck

Note: Please bring an ethnobotanically-relevant pupu and be prepared to explain the origin and significance of the plant(s) to be devoured. May contain meat: a card will be provided to list main ingredients.


Funding for this project provided by the Inflation Reduction Act and the USDA Forest Service, Urban and Community Forestry Program. USDA and Amy Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden are equal opportunity providers and employers.

Event Details

DateThu, May 15, 202512:00 PM
LocationGarden Main Entrance82-6160 Hawaiʻi Belt Rd
Cotton Tales: Ma'o | Amy Greenwell Garden | Amy Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden