Corn was more than just a side dish to the Haudenosaunee people. Every single part of the corn was used in some way, the husks were braided and woven into baskets and dolls, the kernels were the main source of calcium in their diet, and the stalk itself was the protector for the beans that… Read more »
Posts Categorized: Exhibits
Quilt of Belonging: Home Project and Community Challenge
Make your own Block for the Quilt of Belonging at Home and Show Us! Our facility may be closed at the moment, and all of us are doing our best to keep the kiddo’s occupied while school is also closed. We wanted to remind you of the incredible FREE Educational Resources available with our… Read more »
Indigenous Art 2020 – Call for Artist: Deadline April 17, 2020
[Attention Artists: All Dates have been postponed for this Exhibition. We are looking at Digital Submission options] Woodland Cultural Centre is pleased to announce the national Call for Entry to the Annual Indigenous Art 2020 Juried Exhibition. Established in 1975, this is one of the longest running multi-disciplinary exhibitions that provide artists an opportunity to… Read more »
March Break Activities in Brantford, Six Nations and Surrounding Area
What Activities are there for the Youth for March Break in Brantford, Six Nations and surrounding area? March Break is from March 16, 2020 to March March 20, 2020 and many parents are searching for activities to participate in. We have compiled a few of the events, camps, and activities happening in the Brantford,… Read more »
Quilt of Belonging Teacher’s Resource Guide
Quilt of Belonging Teacher’s Resource Guide The Quilt of Belonging has just arrived at Woodland Cultural Centre. As our staff work hard to unload and install the Quilt, we wanted to make sure all of the Teachers and Educators had access to the amazing Teacher’s Resources that come along with it. We invite you to… Read more »
Quilt of Belonging comes to Woodland Cultural Centre: Opening Reception and Artist Talk with Esther Bryan
Quilt of Belonging is a collaborative work of art whose mission is to recognize Canada’s diversity, celebrate our common humanity and promote harmony and compassion among people. BRANTFORD (ONTARIO) CANADA – February 7th, 2020: Woodland Cultural Centre is excited to welcome “Quilt of Belonging” to our community. An Opening Reception and Artist Talk will be… Read more »
From the Hands of our Ancestors: The Art of Cornhusk – Final Days
From the Hands of our Ancestors: The Art of Corn husk has brought the ancient connection between the Haudenosaunee people and corn to life for all to see. “Corn husk is something that is natural and comes from the earth. It becomes medicinal when working with corn husk and brings a sense of peace when… Read more »
2020 Exhibitions at Woodland Cultural Centre at a Glance
Welcome to 2020 at Woodland Cultural Centre! The Centre will be open again on Monday, January 6th and the first half of 2020 is going to be very exciting. Make sure to save the dates for these unique and thought provoking collections. Here is a quick glance at the first half of the year’s exhibition… Read more »
New Exhibit: From the Hands of our Ancestors – The Art of Corn Husk
This exhibition is an acknowledgement and honouring of cornhusk, one of the most important and ancient materials used by the Haudenosaunne. Exhibiting artwork made from corn husk as well as sharing the versatility of the corn plant. “Cornhusk protects. It has protected the integrity of the corn seed on each cob, on every stalk in… Read more »
Toronto Chinese Mennonite Church – Raised over $4400 for Save the Evidence and Woodland Cultural Centre
Toronto Chinese Mennonite Church – Raised over $4400 for Save the Evidence and Woodland Cultural Centre Woodland Cultural Centre sends a big THANK YOU out to the Toronto Chinese Mennonite Church for their incredible fundraising efforts for the Save the Evidence Campaign. Through their own fundraising efforts the Toronto Chinese Mennonite Church donated over… Read more »
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