NMU The Water Remembers

The Water Remembers is a powerful, multidisciplinary performance by The Sister Tour, a collective of Flint-based artists including Shea Cobb and Amber Hasan. This evocative piece delves into the spiritual and physical connections between Black women and water, drawing inspiration from the ongoing Flint water crisis. Through a blend of spoken word, music, and movement, the performance explores historical and contemporary narratives, invoking elements such as the water orisha Oshun and events like the Igbo Landing, to highlight the resilience and activism of marginalized communities. 

The performance was featured at Northern Michigan University's inaugural Water is Life Festival on April 25, 2025, held in the Hedgcock Atrium. This festival, organized by NMU's Center for Native American Studies, celebrated the significance of water through various activities, including cultural walks, panel discussions, and art explorations. The evening culminated with performances by The Sister Tour, Marquette Fringe, and Supaman, emphasizing the vital role of water in cultural identity and…