rudi aker, Patricia Bourque, Lindsay Dobbin, Meagan Musseau
Curator: Emily Critch
these are our monuments is a gathering of artwork that honours the histories and memories embedded in the traditional waterways of the Mi’kmaq and Wolastoqiyik. The title of the exhibition comes from “Poem 10,” by Mi’kmaw poet Rita Joe, in which she expresses a desire for the reader to reject colonial understandings of historical records and monuments and emphasizes the importance of holding reverence for the lands and waters that connect us throughout Mi’kma’ki and Wabanaki Territory. Using photography, installation, beadwork, sound, and poetry, the artists generate counter-cartographic narratives that honour the kinships and knowledge systems held within these waterways that sustain us.
On view at the Owens Art Gallery 11 September - 2 November 2021
Masks are mandatory at this event.
Venue Access
The stairs to the Owens from the entrance nearest the University Chapel have a handrail. There is also ramp access at this entrance, however, the ramp is steep. The stairs to the Owens entrance off York Street also have a handrail, but there is no ramp. The main floor of the Owens is wheelchair accessible. Our second-floor gallery is not accessible. Two flights of stairs lead to the second floor. The Owens welcomes guide dogs and other service animals.
Bathrooms
Gendered bathrooms are located in the basement and are not wheelchair accessible. Two flights of stairs lead to the basement.
Parking
There are two, reserved, accessible parking spaces on the York Street side of the Gallery and one in the circular driveway adjacent to the Gallery. All parking on campus is free. See the Campus Map for all visitor parking.
If you have any questions about your visit, please email owens@mta.ca or call (506) 364-2574
Image: Patricia Bourque, Honor, 2016, archival inkjet print, courtesy of the artist.
