The Jasper Indigenous Exhibit will have its grand opening on the weekend of September 7 and 8.
At each of the four entrances, there will be panels that will introduce you to the exhibit as well as recognize the displacement of Indigenous peoples from the land that became Jasper National Park. As you stroll down the pathways, you will find storytelling and art panels created and written by Indigenous partners, highlighting the unique and diverse cultures of partner communities.
If you want to spend more time in the exhibit, you can relax on a bench and fully immerse yourself within this incredible project that was created by Indigenous partners and Parks Canada with a lot of dedication, passion and pride.
The Indigenous art installation features a large bronze sculpture of an eagle resting on large sphere with words from six different Indigenous language including Anishinaabe, Cree, Dene-zaa, Michif, Secwepemctsín and Stoney.
The exhibit is meant to offer a space that tells the story of the forced removal of Indigenous people from the area now known as Jasper National Park as well as the impact that it continues to have on Indigenous communities.
Located in the heart of Jasper at Athabasca Park, the exhibit is an example of Indigenous partners coming together with Parks Canada to work towards reconciliation.
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