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6th Annual Wagmatcook Aboriginal Arts & Culture Festival

October 11, 2016 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

| Free

The Peter Frank Bernard Aboriginal Music Project Show/Concert is scheduled for Friday, October 14th from 7:00pm – 9:30pm.

 

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As part of Mi’kmaw History Month in Nova Scotia, you are invited to attend the upcoming 2016 Wagmatcook Arts & Culture Festival scheduled to take place at the Wagmatcook Culture & Heritage Centre from October 11-14, 2016. You, your organization (& staff), your schools (& students) as well as your friends & family are more than welcome to take in any one of our events that target the sharing of our beautiful Mi’kmaw culture, history, dance, songs & stories.

Festival & Events Schedule: 

Tuesday, October 11th, 2016:  starting at 10:00 am

Opening Ceremonies – Prayers/Drumming/Smudge

Welcoming address by Chief Norman Bernard

Keynote Guest Speakers (Kevin Howes, Music Producer)

**Introduction & performances on the Peter Frank Music Project-  We will be performing live versions of his songs at the opening and then the full repertoire of his 1979 Album “Souriquois Visions” on Friday evening, which will be 14 & up.  Everyone is welcome.  Free Admission. (Donations will be accepted at the door.)  Limited seating (about 160-180). 

For tickets, please call the Wagmatcook Centre at 902-295-2999.  Thank you!*

 

Tuesday, October 11th, 2016:  starting at 12:30 pm

Grand Opening for the Aboriginal Art Exhibit

We will also feature live artists from 12:30pm – 3:00pm.

Large groups such as school groups and organizations wishing to participate are more than welcome.

 

Details

Date:
October 11, 2016
Time:
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Cost:
Free
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Website:
http://www.wagmatcookfestival.com/

Organizer

Robert Bernard
Phone
902-295-2999
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Venue

Wagmatcook Culture & Heritage Centre
C10765 Hwy 105
Wagmatcook, Nova Scotia B0E 3N0 Canada
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Phone
902-295-2999
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