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"Proud Traditions: Métis Culture and Heritage"
will be on display at the Musée Héritage Museum, in St. Albert, from
June 2 to October 28, 2000. Encompassing the personal stories of the
founding families of St. Albert, the exhibition will tell the story
of the vibrant Métis heritage in the area. The stories behind the
names and events that have shaped St. Albert, will be explored in
the exhibition, enlightening visitors to the uniqueness of its
founding families.
The mix of European and First Nations cultures was a powerful
presence in the community. Local Métis involvement in the fur trade,
the St. Albert Mounted Rifles during the North-West Rebellion and
celebrations including the annual pilgrimage to Lac Ste. Anne, and
the importance of music and dance are all a significant part of the
development of the community of St. Albert and the province of
Alberta.
The exhibition is designed to be a hands-on interactive
experience. Walk into a log cabin, listen to the stories of the
local families, try on a L'Assomption sash, jig to the traditional
fiddle music, or try the fiddle yourself! "Proud
Traditions" will delight and inspire.
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