On March 23rd 2022, join Dr. Hamdi Mohamed to discuss the Somali community in Ottawa. Using oral history, archival sources, and poetry, Dr. Hamdi Mohamed will discuss the early experiences of Somali Canadians, how they are constructing new narratives, and making creative spaces to make contributions based on ancestral wisdom and a living legacy of artistic expressions. […]
Bytown Museum In partnership with the Ottawa Tool Library are hosting the Vintage Tool Festival. This exciting event is free to attend and will be held on Saturday, September 2nd from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Bytown Museum.
Join the Bytown Museum as they discuss the roots of the Caribbean community and how this community has helped shape Canada's Capital city.
Explore how murals can serve as a medium for representation, and the importance of art in community storytelling. Through this lecture, learn about the collective's approach to mural-making and its role in reflecting diverse narratives. Don't miss this chance to hear directly from the artists themselves.