National Indigenous History Month is an important time for us all to reflect and acknowledge the history, diversity, and creativity of Indigenous peoples in Canada. Every June, the Halton Hills Public Library and the Town offer programs and activities that showcase contemporary and traditional Indigenous creativity. Check out the 2024 Indigenous History Month highlights below and explore resources you can access all year.
Indigenous History Month 2024 Highlights
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Moccasin Identifier Project: Participants created temporary paintings with stencils based on drawings of historical moccasins of the Anishanaabe, Huron-Wendat, Seneca and Cree.
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An Indigenous Art Exhibition from the Town Collection was on display.
Photo: Ningeokuluk Teevee (b.1963, Cape Dorset), Red Umbrella, 2015, Lithograph. Acquired through funding from an Anonymous Donor -
Celebrated children’s author, Nancy Cooper, from the Chippewas of Mnjikaning First Nation in Southern Ontario joined participants for storytime featuring Cooper's book 'Biindigen! Amik Says Welcome'.
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Indigenous Art Virtual Vault: Indigenous artwork from the Town art collection was posted on the social media channels every week in June.
Check out these virtual Halton Hills Lecture Series presentations and additional resources all year
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Darin Wybenga "We Are Still Here – The Mississaugas of the Credit"
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You can also browse and borrow items created by Indigenous voices from the library’s online catalogue or borrow book sets by Indigenous authors for your book club or classroom. Ask at a Halton Hills Public Library service desk for more information.