Greg Simms
Join Dharug and Gundungurra Elder Greg Simms for a demonstration of his traditional carving practice.
Saturday at 2:30pm, Sunday at 11am
Uncle Greg Simms is an Aboriginal Elder in Western Sydney. Born in the Aboriginal community of La Perouse, he belongs to the Dharug and Gundungurra
nation. He is Aboriginal Elder on Campus for the University of Western Sydney and works with community in disability and health. The Simms family are
well-known carvers and have been a central part of the Sydney La Perouse Aboriginal community. Uncle Greg is a renowned storyteller, educator and traditional
woodcarver.
When
Saturday at 2:30pm, Sunday at 11am
Where
Public Program Marquee, Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
Admission
Free
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