by Carter Francis | Jun 19, 2026
Born in Bermuda and raised in Epekwitk / Charlottetown, P.E.I., Aiyana Skye Pritchard (Ziisbaakdokekwe) is a Potwatomi – Settler artisan specializing in beadwork. Growing up, beadwork and Anishinaabe teachings were not part of her life because of the rift the...
by Carter Francis | May 21, 2026
Ni’n na L’nu: The Mi’kmaq of Prince Edward Island is an interpretive exhibit located at the Greenwich Interpretation Centre in Prince Edward Island National Park. The exhibit consists of five wigwam-inspired structures that present evocative images, immersive audio,...
by Carter Francis | Mar 25, 2026
Dr. Corinne Chappell is a distinguished Mi’kmaq scholar, educator, author, and artisan from Prince Edward Island. Her inspiration comes from her Mi’kmaq community, and her work reflects a deep connection to culture, tradition, and identity. As an artisan, she combines...
by Carter Francis | Mar 23, 2026
Julie Murphy is a Mi’kmaq woman from Lennox Island, and she was taught the art of basket weaving by her mother. What began as a family tradition has become a source of peace and creativity in her life. Each basket she weaves is a reflection of her culture, carrying...
by Carter Francis | Mar 9, 2026
Sasha Burkitt is a Mi’kmaq artisan from Lennox Island First Nation who specializes in the meticulous craft of handmade leather regalia belts/concho belts. Self taught, her practice is defined by a deep commitment to quality and a unique, detail-oriented aesthetic....
