Fort Whoop-Up: A New Take on an Old Subject

People and historic events are not frozen in time; they can be researched and explored through new ways of thinking—Fort Whoop-Up and its legacy are no exception.

ArticleDarrin J Martens Aaká óóhkotoki (Many rocks)November 15, 2022Lethbridge, History, history, History This Week, history this week, Lethbridge history, Fort Whoop-Up, Fort, Trading, Interpretation, interpretation, Fort Hamilton, Whisky, Niitsitapi, BlackfootComment

How Have Trees Shaped Lethbridge History?

When we think of local history, trees aren’t necessarily what come to mind. But trees help create a sense of community identity and have brought people together in unique ways.

ArticleTyler StewartOctober 12, 2022Galt Museum & Archivestrees, Exhibit, nature, history, Exhibition, Curation, Curator, Curatorial, curator, Niitsitapi, Cottonwood, Blackfoot, Culture, RootedComment

Indigenous Curators

The Galt hosts Indigenous-led exhibitions and in-house exhibitions that incorporate Indigenous voices, history and perspectives. Learn about previous and current exhibits from Kalli Eagle Speaker.

Article, Indigenous HistoryKalli Eagle SpeakerApril 19, 2022Niitsitapi, Blackfoot, Indigenous, Métis, Curatorial, Curator, Exhibitions, Exhibit, Calendar, Beadwork, Kainaiwa Beadwork, Lethbridge Eats, Breathe.Comment

Blackfoot Language with Blanche Bruisedhead

Learn basic Blackfoot words with the Galt's Blackfoot Interpreter Blanche Bruisedhead.

Online Presentation, Indigenous HistoryBlanche BruisedheadNovember 16, 2021Niitsitapi, Blackfoot, Language, Learning, Blanche Bruisedhead, Video, OnlineComment

The Legacy of Canada’s Residential School System

Reconciliation is a process of understanding and accountability that can bridge the gap between Indigenous peoples and non-Indigenous Canadians. Here are some steps you can personally take to further the important work of reconciliation between Indigenous communities and allies

Article, Indigenous HistoryKalli Eagle SpeakerAugust 24, 2021Residential School, Niitsitapi, Treaty 7, Canada, Truth and Reconciliation, History, St. Mary's Residential School, Unmarked Graves, Reconciliation, City of Lethbridge, Lethbridge, Southern AlbertaComment

Ribbon Skirt Tutorial

Serene Weasel Traveller is a skilled seamstress and artist from the Piikani Nation. In this tutorial, she shares her knowledge and experience in making ribbon skirts and invites you to make your own!

Online Presentation, Indigenous HistoryGalt Museum & ArchivesAugust 3, 2021Galt Museum & ArchivesNiitsitapi, Ribbon Skirt, Dancing, Blackfoot, TutorialComment

Exhibit Walkthrough — We Visit with Kainaiwa Beadwork: A New Way and the Real Way of Design

Exhibit Organizer Kalli Eagle Speaker and local beadworker Torry Eagle Speaker discuss the special meanings and connection of traditional Kainai and Niitsitapi beadwork pieces and designs.

Online Presentation, Indigenous HistoryKalli Eagle SpeakerJuly 6, 2021Galt Museum & ArchivesBeadwork, Niitsitapi, Blackfoot, Traditional KnowledgeComment

National Indigenous Peoples Week - Regalia with Edna Bad Eagle

Edna Bad Eagle of the Piikani Nation describes her experience with Women's Northern Traditional Dance and the regalia she wears. The week of June 21, 2021 is the national 25th anniversary of celebrating the heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding achievements of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples.

Indigenous History, Online PresentationGalt Museum & ArchivesJune 25, 2021Dancing, Powwow, Niitsitapi, Blackfoot history, Blackfoot, RegaliaComment

National Indigenous Peoples Week - Regalia with Chris "Nugget" Bull Bear

Chris "Nugget" Bull Bear of the Siksika Nation explains the origin of the Chicken Dance and how it influences the regalia he wears. The week of June 21, 2021 is the national 25th anniversary of celebrating the heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding achievements of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples.

Indigenous History, Online PresentationGalt Museum & ArchivesJune 24, 2021Galt Museum & ArchivesDancing, Powwow, Niitsitapi, Blackfoot history, Blackfoot, RegaliaComment

National Indigenous Peoples Week - Drumming with Nathan Provost

Nathan Provost of Piikani Nation showcases some hand drumming and singing. The week of June 21, 2021 is the national 25th anniversary of celebrating the heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding achievements of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples.

Indigenous History, Online PresentationGalt Museum & ArchivesJune 23, 2021Galt Museum & ArchivesDancing, Powwow, Niitsitapi, Blackfoot history, Blackfoot, RegaliaComment

National Indigenous Peoples Week - Regalia with Tatiana Weasel Moccasin

Tatiana Weasel Moccasin of the Blood Tribe and Piikani Nation describes her regalia and how it is tied to the history of the Jingle Dress Dance. The week of June 21, 2021 is the national 25th anniversary of celebrating the heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding achievements of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples.

Indigenous History, Online PresentationGalt Museum & ArchivesJune 22, 2021Galt Museum & ArchivesDancing, Powwow, Niitsitapi, Blackfoot history, Blackfoot, RegaliaComment

National Indigenous Peoples Week - Regalia with Tobias Provost

Tobias Provost of the Piikani Nation has been performing the Grass Dance, or the Men's Northern Traditional Dance, for 40 years in his regalia.

Indigenous History, Online PresentationGalt Museum & ArchivesJune 21, 2021National Indigenous Peoples Week, Blackfoot, Niitsitapi, Pow Wow, Grass Dance, Dance, RegaliaComment

A History of Blackfoot Clothing

Learn about how the creation of Niitsitapi clothing materials and styles changed from pre-colonization through the fur trade era into the reservation period.

Indigenous History, Online PresentationRebecca Many Grey HorsesJune 11, 2021Galt Museum & ArchivesRebecca Many Gray Horses, Blackfoot, Niitsitapi, Clothing, TextileComment

Ribbon Skirt Tutorial

Serene Weasel Traveller is a skilled seamstress and artist from the Piikani Nation. In this tutorial, she shares her knowledge and experience in making ribbon skirts and invites you to make your own!

Online Presentation, Indigenous HistoryGalt Museum & ArchivesMay 19, 2021Niitsitapi, Ribbon Skirt, Dancing, Blackfoot, Tutorial Comments

A Student At St. Mary’s Residential School

When Blanche Bruisedhead was 7, an RCMP Officer and priest threatened her parents with jail time if they didn’t send their daughter to St. Mary’s Residential School. Read Blanche’s account of her time at St. Mary’s.

Blackfoot and Blanche

Blanche Bruisedhead and her follow Niitsitapi students were forced to stop speaking Blackfoot at St. Mary’s Residential School. Learn about her experience learning English by force, and now teaching Blackfoot to students of all ages.

Indigenous History, ArticleBlanche BruisedheadApril 20, 2021Galt Museum & ArchivesBlanche, Blanche Bruisedhead, Language, Blackfoot language, Culture, Residential School, St. Mary's Residential School, Reconciliation, Lethbridge, Southern Alberta, NiitsitapiComment

White Tailed Deer Woman and the Mine

When Nicholas Sheran drowned in the Oldman River in 1882, why didn't his wife or his sons inherit his estate?

Iiksisawaato’p Kainaiwa O’tookátákssin: Maana’pii ki niita’piitsitapii saatstakssin | We Visit with Kainaiwa Beadwork: A New Way and the Real Way of Design

Exhibit organizers Hali Heavy Shield, Kalli Eagle Speaker and Carol Williams speak about the special meanings and connection of traditional Kainai and Niitsitapi beadwork pieces and designs

Online Presentation, Indigenous HistoryGalt Museum & ArchivesFebruary 26, 2021Galt Museum & ArchivesKainaiwa Beadwork, Niitsitapi, Blackfoot, Craft, Beadwork, Exhibit, Curatorial, Glenbow Museum, Archives, Indigenous, TraditionalKnowledge, KainaiComment

Introducing Made In... (Stories of Stuff)

Galt Curator Aimee Benoit presents an introduction to our newest exhibit Made In... (Stories of Stuff).

Online PresentationAimee BenoitFebruary 9, 2021Galt Museum & ArchivesMade In, Exhibit, Curatorial, Presentation, University of Lethbridge, History, Niitsitapi, Blackfoot, Manfuacturing, Objects, Collection, Production, Supply ChainComment

Our Secret Histories of Stuff

Dr. Christopher Churchill discusses overlapping networks of material cultures: Indigenous nations, local settler communities, and connections to transnational chains of production of "stuff" as part of our Made In exhibit.

Online PresentationDr. Christopher ChurchillFebruary 2, 2021Galt Museum & ArchivesMade In, Exhibit, Curatorial, Presentation, University of Lethbridge, History, Niitsitapi, Blackfoot, Manfuacturing, Objects, Collection, Production, Supply Chain Comment