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Wild Rice Winnowing with Derek Nicholas of Wiisinig
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Wakan Tipi Center275 Commercial St., St. Paul, Minnesota, 55106
About This Event
Join us for a food sovereignty workshop focused on winnowing Manoomin/Psin (Wild Rice) led by Derek Nicholas (Red Cliff Band of Ojibwe) of Wiisinig.
Participants will explore the rich history, value, and cultural teachings surrounding wild rice and its importance to Indigenous communities. In addition to learning about the significance of wild rice, participants will gain hands-on knowledge of traditional wild rice processing techniques, including parching, threshing, and winnowing.
The workshop takes place on October 29 from 3 pm - 5 pm at the Wakan Tipi Center.
This free/drop-in event is supported through a collaborative partnership between Wakan Tipi Awanyankapi and the Minnesota Historical Society. Light refreshments and program resource materials will be available.
Event Type:
- Native American
Cost details
Free
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Thursday, October 29, 2026
Wild Rice Winnowing with Derek Nicholas of Wiisinig
Join us for a food sovereignty workshop focused on winnowing Manoomin/Psin (Wild Rice) led by Derek Nicholas (Red Cliff Band of Ojibwe) of Wiisinig.
Participants will explore the rich history, value, and cultural teachings surrounding wild rice and its importance to Indigenous communities. In addition to learning about the significance of wild rice, participants will gain hands-on knowledge of traditional wild rice processing techniques, including parching, threshing, and winnowing.
The workshop takes place on October 29 from 3 pm - 5 pm at the Wakan Tipi Center.
This free/drop-in event is supported through a collaborative partnership between Wakan Tipi Awanyankapi and the Minnesota Historical Society. Light refreshments and program resource materials will be available.
This event is free
Available times
3:00 PM
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