# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Roots in The Rushes: Ecological Excursion
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 06:00 pm (+00:00)
- **Event Description**: Join Telfair Museums and Savannah State University for a unique exploration in Georgia’s “wetlands” to learn about our coastal marshes. Wildlife Biologist Joseph Colbert (Jekyll Island Authority) will lead an immersive conversation on how generations of African American basket makers have developed deep ecological knowledge of local plants and harvesting practices to support one of the region’s most enduring artistic traditions, and how changing environments affect communities and ecosystems. This program is in connection to the exhibition Roots in the Rushes: African American Basketry of the Lowcountry on view at Telfair.

Capacity is limited.

Disclaimer: This program includes walking through natural coastal environments, including marsh edges, sandy paths, and uneven terrain.

Programming made possible by generous support from the Americana Foundation.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/events/roots-in-the-rushes-ecological-excursion/200030542302059
- **Event Categories**: Exhibitions, Art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **location**: Savannah State University | King Frazier Student Center
- **full address**: Savannah State University | King Frazier Student Center

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Roots in The Rushes: Ecological Excursion being held?
  - **A:** Roots in The Rushes: Ecological Excursion takes place on Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 06:00 pm at Savannah State University | King Frazier Student Center.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Roots in The Rushes: Ecological Excursion?
  - **A:** Roots in The Rushes: Ecological Excursion is organized by Telfair Museums.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Telfair Museums's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given Telfair Museums a rating of 2/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Telfair Museums has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Roots in The Rushes: Ecological Excursion is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Roots in The Rushes: Ecological Excursion sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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