In Austin, community gardens are more than places to grow food—they’re places to grow culture, connection, and empowerment.

From East Austin to South Congress, these shared spaces bring people together to exchange stories, heritage, and homegrown wisdom. For many Black families and individuals, gardening is a form of ancestral reclamation—a way to reconnect with the land and each other.

What makes Austin’s community gardens special?
🌱 Fresh herbs, veggies, and native plants grown with intention
🫱🏾‍🫲🏿 Gardening workshops and education rooted in food justice
🧺 Community potlucks, seed swaps, and intergenerational learning

Community gardening isn’t just about what’s planted in the soil—it’s about what’s nurtured in the heart. These spaces uplift traditions and foster empowerment through shared experience, all while supporting local food systems and sustainability.

If you’re in Austin and looking to get involved, visit your local garden or volunteer through organizations working to center BIPOC voices in food and farming.