GATHERING OF THE CLANS
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The Gathering of the Clans is a community mosaic project that has been happening on the grounds of Todmorden Mills throughout the summer of 2015. Led by artists Philip Cote and Rebecca Baird of the Tecumseh Art Collective, with Red Pepper Spectacle Arts, the mosaic honors the rich history, contributions, worldview and connection First Nations communities had to the site prior to the expansion of the Western industrial complex. Throughout the summer, there have been many opportunities for visitors of all ages to participate in the building of this striking mosaic project honoring Indigenous clan systems. Come join us for lantern making workshops on September 19 +20, and a community procession on September 27, 2015 in celebration of the completion of the mosaic. |
Saturday and Sunday, September 19 & 20, 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Join The Gathering of the Clans artists in creating your own paper lantern to be used in our celebratory opening parade on Sunday, September 27. Participation is pay what you can.
Sunday September 27, 2 p.m.
The ceremony will include official opening remarks and an invitation for guests to enjoy some light refreshments. At the end of the event, a brief ceremonial parade honouring the mosaic and the First Nations Clans will begin. Those who created lanterns during the lantern making workshops (Sept 19 & 20) will light the way as the parade moves through the grounds of Todmorden Mills Heritage Site. Admission is free.
All public workshops take place on-site at Todmorden Mills which is located at 67 Pottery Road (map on bottom of page).
Join The Gathering of the Clans artists in creating your own paper lantern to be used in our celebratory opening parade on Sunday, September 27. Participation is pay what you can.
Sunday September 27, 2 p.m.
The ceremony will include official opening remarks and an invitation for guests to enjoy some light refreshments. At the end of the event, a brief ceremonial parade honouring the mosaic and the First Nations Clans will begin. Those who created lanterns during the lantern making workshops (Sept 19 & 20) will light the way as the parade moves through the grounds of Todmorden Mills Heritage Site. Admission is free.
All public workshops take place on-site at Todmorden Mills which is located at 67 Pottery Road (map on bottom of page).
