A lifelong resident of Wisconsin, Rhonda Funmaker continues the practice of traditional food ways. Born into the Ho-chunk and Anishinabe Nations, Rhonda learned traditional food ways and art-skills from both of her grandparents. Her practices do not only include preparing traditional foods but also everything from saving seeds, farming, soil and land conservation, respect for the water, harvesting, drying, canning and food storage. Her artwork is also an important reflection of her teachings-artwork made from items people normally discard. By teaching these important traditional practices Rhonda has been able to share her cultural pride and awareness with those around her. Come and visit with Rhonda Funmaker at the Midwest Folklife Festival and experience her traditional art and food ways for yourself!
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