Demeter, goddess of agriculture and fertility, and her daughter Persephone were the central deities of the festival. The myth of Demeter and Persephone symbolized the cycle of the seasons: Persephone, ...

Demeter (goddess of agriculture and harvest) finally appealed to Zeus for her daughter’s return. Prompted by hunger among the people, Zeus complied.

Angela Classi, a local artist and former physical therapist, is showcasing her latest work in an exhibit at Heckscher Museum of Art, “Demeter in Central Park.” Inspired by the Greek goddess of ...

Established in 2015 and based in DeSoto Parish, the Krewe of Demeter has grown to include 39 members. Named after the goddess of agriculture and harvest, Demeter symbolizes the vital farm ...