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Honour With Orange: Lantern Workshop and Indigenous Stories
Saturday September 25, 2021 | 10:30 am – 12 pm
Join MOA for stories by Indigenous authors and lantern-making in honour of Orange Shirt Day.
Orange Shirt Day, also now the National day for Truth and Reconciliation, is held annually on September 30 in Canada to raise awareness and honour the residential school survivors and their families.
In honour of this important day, MOA’s Curator of Indigenous Programming, Damara Jacobs-Petersen, will read a selection of children’s stories written by Canadian Indigenous authors. Participants will have the opportunity to begin exploring the legacy of residential schools as well as the path towards healing through stories.
Following the storytelling, you’ll have the opportunity to create your own commemorative orange lantern and button while learning more about the significance of Orange Shirt Day. Lead by MOA’s Public Programs Assistant, Nadin Hassan.
Story time:
10:30 – 11 am | Presentation Circle
Lantern- and button-making:
11 am – 12 pm | Courtyard Room
First-come, first-served—limited capacity. Arrive early to avoid disappointment.
Designed for families with children aged 6–12. Children must be accompanied by a parent. All materials and supplies will be provided. Limited supplies.
To order an Every Child Matters orange shirt, please visit the MOA Shop or order online. All net proceeds will be donated to the Indian Residential School Survivors Society. In addition, the supplier Native Northwest will donate their proceeds to the Orange Shirt Society and the BC Aboriginal Child Care Association.
Proof of vaccination
As per provincial orders, all special event participants 12 and older will be required to provide proof of vaccination (ie. BC Vaccine Card). MOA reserves the right to deny entry or participation to anyone who doesn’t comply with MOA’s stated policies, procedures and visitor code of conduct.
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Damara Jacobs-Petersen (MOA Curator of Indigenous Programming) carries the Ancestral names Cha7awtenaat iy Siyamiya. She is proud of her Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) and African American ancestry. Damara grew up surrounded by educators and artists, an aspect of her identity that leads her to choose a career in creative fields.
Nadin Hassan (MOA Public Programs Assistant) has a passion for integrating diverse perspectives and supporting socially engaged practice. She has experience in developing interpretive planning and public programs on history, art, and environmental sustainability.
MOA • Free with museum admission; limited capacity—first come, first served Family friendly Program Workshop
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