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Join us for an engaging presentation on the story of Mutton, a Coast Salish Woolly Dog whose pelt lay forgotten in a Smithsonian drawer for 150 years until it was uncovered by an amateur archivist. According to Indigenous Oral Histories of the Pacific Northwest, this small dog was bred for thousands of years for its woolly fibres, which were woven into traditional blankets, robes and regalia. Author Liz Hammond-Kaarremaa will read excerpts from The Teachings of Mutton alongside a discussion with two of the book’s contributors, Chief Janice George and Senaqwila Wyss. The book brings together narratives of science, post-contact history, and the profound effects of colonization, all grounded in Mutton’s journey—a tale of research, reawakening, and resurgence that will interest Pacific Northwest history buffs, textile and fiber enthusiasts, and dog lovers. Books will be available for signing by the author and contributors. Generously supported by BMO and Harbour Publishing. |
