'The Spring Sacrifice of Marzanna' at the Matthaei Botanical Gardens

'The Spring Sacrifice of Marzanna' at the Matthaei Botanical Gardens

Michelle and the Ann Arbor Polonia Association invite folks to reinterpret a thousand-year-old Slavic cultural tradition on the mythological figure of Marzanna (the goddess of winter, disease, and death). Together we will construct effigies from natural materials, march with them alongside a live singing choir, and sacrifice them in Willow Pond.

Effigy Building Workshop: 12pm - 2pm (registration is required)

Effigy Sacrifice: 2pm - 3pm (open to the public)

Reception: 3 - 5pm

This event is all ages, free to attend, and all materials will be provided.

Please note a portion of this event will take place outdoors and requires walking on a trail. Dress weather accordingly and wear winter/hiking shoes. Also note, this event will be video-documented.

Location: Matthaei Botanical Gardens, 1800 N Dixboro Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48105

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More about the artist: Michelle is a sculptor and an MFA student at the University of Michigan. Follow the link to her website to see more of her work: www.michellecieloszczyk.com

This project was made possible by a grant from the Arts Initiative at the University of Michigan.