THE LIVING-MUSEUM: Oral History

 

INTRODUCING THE ORAL HISTORY AND LEGENDS PROJECT

The unique environment of North Tanzania is not only preserved at Gibb’s Farm, it lives and thrives in an atmosphere that recognises its past and embraces its future.  From time to time we invite elders to share the legends and history of their culture, and use the documentation for the Indigenous Knowledge classes and to help preserve the information. We are working to collect the predominate cultural traditions of the farm: Iwrak, Maasai, Etc.


We highlight below in video our recent work.

Converting a language to written words typically begins with the translation of religious text. Once complete the urgency wains. The Living-Museum endeavours to record indigenous knowledge in video for the purpose of using and sharing it; outsiders will generally celebrate the lessons and be drawn to its entertaining nature.
 

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THE LEGEND OF TOBACCO

How did the practice of the Maasai Tobacco or snuff get started?  The elder’s legend is translated by Sanguyan at the Tembo Fireplace near the Mikawahani staff village of Gibb’s Farm. They are surrounded by the the organic vegetable farm along the Ngorognaro highlands.

MAASAI ON THE MOVE

How did Maasai come to the Karatu area? The elder’s story is translated by Traditional Healer Labiki at the Tembo Fireplace.

ORIGIN OF THE MAASAI COWS

How did it come to be that the Maasai acquired and value cows?  The elder’s legend is translated by Sanguyan at the Tembo Fireplace near the Mikawahani staff village of Gibb’s Farm.

LEGEND OF ALCOHOL

Most every culture embraces alcohol. A witty legend suggests the Maasai are no different. The elder’s legend is translated by Sanguyan before the Forest Dinner upon the invitation of the traditional healers who live in Namyak Village on the western side of the farm estate. Travellers are joined by naturalists and artists in residence - an intimate way to share a meal with the indigenous people.

Continued on Page Two:


Legend of Maasai & the Wildlife

Legend of Living Among Wildlife

The Ilmurran Possessions

Legend of Heaven & Earth