SUNDRE – Students from River Valley School visited on June 21 the Sundre & District Museum as well as the historic pioneer village grounds to participate in Indigenous Peoples Day activities that offered them some insight into the history and culture of the Métis in Canada and particularly the region.
While the program was tailored to the group of students, museum guests who were so inclined were welcome to observe as well. Members of Stoney Nakoda were also invited to participate in the day’s activities.
Carrie Couch, Sundre museum executive director, said the museum considers showcasing the history of Indigenous people who historically have called home the area around Sundre, which is located on Treaty 6 and 7 territories, to be very important.
“This opportunity comes to the Sundre & District Museum through the efforts of our Indigenous partners who we greatly appreciate and who have graciously offered to join us,” she said, also expressing gratitude to the museum’s volunteers.
The students participated in activities such as dancing, sharing circles, creating scream sticks, listening to stories as well as beading and thread crafts.
The event was made possible courtesy of the federal government’s Celebrate Canada Grant.
