Infuse Your Life: Everyday Herbalism with Dr. Madea Allen
Join us for a vibrant, hands-on herbal infusion workshop led by Dr. Madea Allen, who specializes in helping women reclaim energy naturally through everyday rituals of nourishment and healing.
In this 1-hour “Growing Community” garden class, you’ll discover how to bring the ancient wisdom of herbalism into your everyday life through simple infusions that nourish body, mind, and spirit.
We’ll explore the benefits of fresh culinary and medicinal herbs like rosemary, thyme, basil, oregano, sage, and mint—harvested straight from the Anacostia Community Museum’s own demonstration garden.
You’ll learn how to:
- Identify and select herbs for their energetic and healing properties
- Make a no-heat infused olive oil and vinegar at home
- Incorporate herbal infusions into meals, self-care rituals, and more
Each participant will make and take home their own herb-infused olive oil and vinegar blend to continue infusing and enjoy when it’s ready.
Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or brand new to herbalism, this class will inspire you to see herbs not just as ingredients, but as allies in your healing journey.
Space is limited, reserve your spot and come get your hands in the garden with us!
Dr. Madea Allen is a holistic chef, licensed acupuncturist, and Doctor of Oriental Medicine who specializes in food as medicine. She’s the founder of Organic Soul Chef and helps women over 40 reclaim energy naturally through practices like herbalism, seasonal cooking, and traditional healing arts. Born and raised in Southeast DC, Dr. Madea is a proud “Garden Warrior,” regularly attending the museum’s gardening classes. Rooted in over 20 years of hands-on healing—from nourishing kitchens and community gardens to energy work and integrative medicine—she teaches people how to infuse their meals and their lives with intention, vitality, and Soul.