The County Museums present Revel: Celebrating Diversity on June 22nd, 2024 from 12-4 PM at Macaulay Heritage Park!
Drop in for an open house of “A Path Forward,” a permanent and evolving exhibit co-curated by the Tsi Tyónnheht Onkwawén, the Downie Wenjack Fund, and The County Museums. This exhibit explores Truth & Reconciliation efforts in Prince Edward County through history, heritage, and Indigenous works of art and stories.
Meet the Artists | 12-2 PM – Visit with Artists Trevor Brant, Angela Wiggins and Janice Brant
Artist Talk | 1 PM – Janice Brant will speak about her piece, “Konwatsi’tsya’yon:ni: Molly of the Mohawks”
Author Talk | 2-3 PM – Picton and the surrounding area is the traditional territory of the Michi Saagiig (Mississauga) people. They moved to Alderville First Nation in Alnwick Township (south shore of Rice Lake) in 1837. Brian Beaver will talk about the history of the Mississauga people and his book “Alderville First Nation… A History.” Brian graduated from Fleming College in Peterborough. He retired from the federal Public Service in Ottawa after 35 years of service (Canadian Human Rights Commission). Brian’s articles have appeared in the Globe and Mail, ,Ottawa Citizen and Buffalo News. Brian will be signing books which will be available for purchase for $20 (cash or e-transfer). You can reserve your free ticket for this talk here.
Visit Macaulay House | 12-4 PM – Head over to Macaulay House for a self-guided tour and enjoy some freshly baked goods made on the hearth fire with ground corn!
Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding of local Indigenous history and culture, and to celebrate diversity with the community! Admission is free, however donations to A Path Forward are appreciated.
