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GREEN GATE FARMS CELEBRATES FARMS’ 120th BIRTHDAY

November 11 @ 8:00 am - November 12 @ 6:00 pm

???? Join us at Green Gate Farms as we celebrate the 120th birthday of our historic Bergstrom farmstead! ???? Discover the best of old and new Austin through a weekend filled with history, creativity, local food, and climate solutions. Here’s what’s in store:

????️ FEAST IN THE FIELD

Indulge in a farm-to-table dinner on Saturday, Nov. 11, sourced from Green Gate, and prepared by Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts students and staff. Proceeds benefit Friends of the Land and the Green Amendment Movement. Reserve your dinner seat here.

???? AGRIHOOD

Explore Village Farm, a unique tiny home community that combines a certified organic farm, a 1902 farmstead, and a tiny home development. A true agrihood led by Green Gate Farms and partners.

???? ART/ACTIVITIES

Immerse yourself in art with an exhibition by French artist Denise Canat, Austin Studio Tour, and meet our sustainable-living neighbors. Share your farm story in the hayloft through oral history interviews. Interested in signing up to be an artist? Fill out our form here.

???? GREEN AMENDMENT DISCUSSION

Learn about the Texas Green Amendment initiative and your legal right to a clean environment. Meet the founder, Maya van Rossem, and other panelists working on climate change solutions.

WHEN:

  • Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023
    • FULL SCHEDULE COMING SOON
  • Sunday, Nov. 12, 2023
    • FULL SCHEDULE COMING SOON

???? WHERE:

Green Gate Farms (8310 Canoga Ave, Austin, 78724) / Village Farm Agrihood

???? WHO:

Open to everyone! Join local artists, farmers, musicians, and more.

???? HOW:

Limited parking at the Big Red Barn. Please carpool, cycle, or walk to reduce your environmental footprint.

 

Let’s celebrate our rich history, sustainable future, and the vibrant Austin community together! ????

Details

Start:
November 11 @ 8:00 am
End:
November 12 @ 6:00 pm