The community is invited to celebrate Indigenous heritage at the popular, annual Eel Festival on Sunday, July 7.
Held on Darug Country at Elizabeth Farm, the family-friendly event celebrates Parramatta’s namesake, the eel, and its significance to the local Burramuttagal people, who would gather in autumn to trade goods and share stories and food.
The day begins with a Welcome to Country and a smoking ceremony, followed by a corroboree by Nulungu Dreaming and performances by Gumaroy Newman.
Attendees can participate in a number of activities throughout the day including boomerang painting, weaving, Darug language workshops, as well as enjoy a live eel display.
Explore the house and gardens, sample eel cooked traditionally in paperbark by Fred’s Bush Tucker and join Sydney Living Museums’ colonial gastronomer, Jacqui Newling in the courtyard to discover the various ways colonists prepared eels.
While you’re at it, there’s some delicious meals to try by Indigenous food providers, Kallico Catering.
The event is a wonderful opportunity to learn about, engage with and celebrate Indigenous culture.
The annual Eel Festival will be held at Elizabeth Farm on Sunday, March 7 from 10am to 3pm. Entry is free, however registration is recommended.
For more information, visit slm.is/eelfestival.
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