Grounded in Spirit Art Opening: Indigenous Art as Our Foundation
Cost: Free
Location
- 9909 Franklin Avenue, Fort McMurray, AB
Come join us as we celebrate the unveiling of four remarkable permanent Indigenous artworks by Bernadette Cree Dumais, Shawn McClure, Jane Ash Poitras, and Tiffany Shaw.
These pieces speak to heritage, resilience, and the enduring spirit of Indigenous culture. Artworks pay tribute to traditional craft, ancestral knowledge and the lived experiences that continue to shape Indigenous identity and culture.
In keeping with oral storytelling traditions, each piece is accompanied by an audio narrative recorded by the artist, creating an immersive and inclusive experience for all visitors.
Agenda
5:00 PM – Doors Open
5:15 PM – Land Acknowledgement, Opening Prayer & Traditional Drumming
5:40 PM – Speeches
7:00 PM – Closing
This event is open to the public and no reservations are required to attend. Light refreshments will be served.