Description Level

Item

Physical Description

VHS

History Biographical

This VHS is among a variety of films used by the Galt Museum & Archives for public and for educational purposes. Some were produced by the National Film Board, local 2&7, CFCN and Global Television stations.

Scope and Content

“Kainayssini Imanistaisiwa The People Go On” Talking about Blackfoot history and traditions. Dedicated to the Kainai First Nations. A National Film Board of Canada Production. They talk about the importance of maintaining tradition and culture of the First Nations people of Canada. Many are trying to recollect the artifacts that have been scattered around the world. Goes to the British Museum to help understand artifacts that are part of their collections. This brings in the talk of First Nations teaching museums how to display indigenous artifacts in a respectful way and creating a bridge between museums and First Nations people. Shows Elders gathered to look at the artifacts at the Sir Alexander Galt Museum from the Ancestors exhibit. Film ends with the importance of maintaining First Nations culture and language, and being able to teach future generations so they can continue to pass it on. Interviews for the film included: Leroy Little Bear, Frank Weasel Head, Louis Soop, Narcisse Blood, Louise Crop Eared Wolf, Rosie Day Rider, Annabel Crop Eared Wolf, Josh Mountain Horse, Mary Stella Bare Shin Bone, Adam Delanay, Alfreda Delanay, Winston Day Chief, Celina Goodstriker, Rufus Goodstricker, Rosie Red Crow, Pete Standing Alone, Bruce Wild Child, Kristen Buckskin, Alyssha Cross Child, Brandy Little Bear, Tasha No Runner, Jonathan King of the British Museum, and Arni Brownstone.

Accession No.

20181063031

Collection

Archive

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