Métis Art and History - Otipemisiwak: The People Who Own Themselves
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Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery (formerly Touchstones) 502 Vernon St, Nelson, British Columbia V1L 4E8
Christi Belcourt, "So Much Depends Upon Who Holds The Shovel," 2020
acrylic on canvas, 48″ x 96″
Mirroring the discussion of today’s global issues, this exhibition turns to art, collaboration and history to help charter a path forward to understanding and reconciliation. Partnering with the West Kootenay Métis Society, Métis Art and History - OTIPEMISIWAK: The People Who Own Themselves enlists the community, working with traditional art forms in artist-led workshops throughout the year, to create the work featured in the large-scale exhibition. The exhibition also features an archival component, from the Shawn Lamb Archives, as well as other regional archives and organizations, and from private collections.
For more information about the exhibition and related programming, please visit www.touchstonesnelson.ca