Historic preservation and community gardening intersect in several ways:
1. Preservation of community gardens: Community gardens often occupy historic spaces like abandoned lots or buildings and preserving them can help retain their cultural heritage and significance.
2. Preservation of cultural and agricultural heritage: Community gardens can embody a community's cultural and agricultural heritage, preserving the diversity of plants and farming practices, both of which inform community identity and values.
3. Social engagement: Community gardening provides a platform for community members to interact with each other, sharing knowledge and resources. These interactions can foster a sense of community and help preserve local knowledge and traditions.
4. Sustainability: Community gardening promotes sustainability by reducing food miles and promoting organic farming. Similarly, historic preservation can help communities reduce their carbon footprint by encouraging the reuse of existing structures.
In addition to these, historic preservation and community gardening can intersect in other ways, including education, aesthetics, and economic development, among others.
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