New gallery showcases Mi’kmaw art at Eltuek Arts Centre
The Kisituek Gallery invites visitors to immerse themselves in the art, participate in cultural activities such as playing Waltes, and enjoy shared meals.
SYDNEY, N.S. — The Eltuek Arts Centre is putting the focus on Mi’kmaw artists this month in the Kisituek Gallery in room 203, available from Feb. 23 to March 29. The gallery aims to offer visitors insight into the artistic heritage and contemporary achievements of the Mi’kmaw community and to serve as a platform to spotlight the contributions of Mi’kmaw artists across various artistic disciplines.
Kisituek is a Mi’kmaw word that translates to “we have made it (together),” the gallery celebrates the collaborative spirit of Mi’kmaw artists, encompassing art, craft, song, and tradition. It features the works of accomplished Mi’kmaw artists, including Loretta Gould, Nancy Oakley, Michelle Sylliboy, Lee Cremo, Sarah Denny, and Morningstar, whose contributions have resonated on local, regional, provincial, national, and international stages, as well as within their own communities.
The Kisituek Gallery invites visitors to immerse themselves in the art, participate in cultural activities such as playing Waltes, and enjoy shared meals. It serves as an educational space where the public can learn about the featured artists and their work, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of Mi’kmaq artistic traditions.
