In celebration of the upcoming National Indigenous Persons Day, the Department of Human Resources invites the campus community to an event at Art Windsor-Essex. The gathering aims to honour and reflect upon the rich, diverse, and resilient local Indigenous culture.

Starting at 10 a.m. on Friday, June 14, guests will tour two exhibitions featuring works by First Nations artists:

• “Nii Ndahlohke / I Work,” a collection that delves into the history of forced labor endured by students at Mount Elgin Industrial School (1851-1946), the closest residential school to Windsor, and
• “Waawiiatanong Forever,” which celebrates women, two-spirit individuals, and their families within the local community.

Attendees will also have the opportunity to participate in an instructor-led studio activity related to the exhibitions.

At noon, a lunch prepared by Native Wonders Gourmet Grub will have participants dining on traditional and Indigenous-inspired foods.

The gallery is located at 401 Riverside Dr. West. Anyone interested in attending is asked to RSVP by noon Thursday, June 13, as space is limited. Find more details on the event website.