The 'We Are Mary Jane' exhibition honors the profound relationship between women and the cannabis plant. It originated from an International Women's Day event, evolving into a dedicated display that highlights their significant historical and contemporary roles. Visitors can learn about women's contributions, advocacy for home cultivation, and their deep connection to ancestral plant wisdom, presented as a feminist revolution.
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This exhibition pays tribute to women's connection with the cannabis plant, tracing their role from prehistoric times to the present day. It highlights the contributions and perspectives of women in the cannabis sector, emphasizing their fight for cultivation rights and ancestral wisdom.
The 'We Are Mary Jane' exhibition originated from an event on International Women's Day in Barcelona, aiming to give visibility to the female and feminist collective within the cannabis sector. It evolved into a temporary exhibition that explored the historical and contemporary roles of women in relation to the cannabis plant, from ancient times to the present day. The exhibition emphasizes women's advocacy for home cultivation rights, their roles as caregivers using cannabis, and their connection to ancestral wisdom surrounding the plant, framing their activism as part of a broader feminist revolution. It serves as a testament to women's enduring relationship with and fight for cannabis.
The exhibition took place on the museum's ground floor with free entry. Visitors can find ticketing information for the museum in Amsterdam and Barcelona via provided links.
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