BC Field Trips

Metis: The Flower Beadwork People

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Last updated on

Monday, August 17th, 2020

Experience type:

Online Resource

Program Description

Students learn about the origins of the Metis culture and the significant contributions the Metis people have made in Canada. This program explores the food, clothing, language, technology, music and dance of the Metis community.

Big Ideas

Dance, drama, music, and visual arts are each unique languages for creating and communicating.

Indigenous knowledge is passed down through oral history, traditions, and collective memory.

Learning about indigenous peoples nurtures multicultural awareness and respect for diversity.

Interactions between First Peoples and Europeans lead to conflict and cooperation, which continues to shape Canada’s identity.

COVID Precautions

The Museum's in-person program has been modified for teachers to present in their classrooms.

Trip Details

City:

Surrey

For Grades:

3, 4

Months Available:

January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November, December

Days Offered:

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Times Offered:

10:00 am, 12:30 pm

Duration:

90 minutes unless otherwise stated.

Maximum Students:

Offered In French:

Also Offered For:

Homeschool

Packages Provided:

Both Pre-Visit and Post-Visit Packages

Fee Details

Fee Notes:

$51.60 per class

Additional Notes

At time of registration an appointment will be set up for teachers to come to the museum to pick up a USB and activity supplies. Nothing needs to be returned.