New exhibits for fall launch at the BCM&CC on September 16

The Bruce County Museum & Cultural Centre (BCM&CC) invites local communities across Bruce County to view two new fall exhibitions that will be open to the public from September 16 to November 30, 2024.

Indian Day Schools: The National and Local Story is presented in partnership with the Legacy of Hope Foundation, Saugeen First Nation, and Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation. Over 200,000 Indigenous children attended Indian Day Schools where the trauma experienced was just as severe as what was reported in Residential Schools, with the only difference being that Day School students went home at night. This exhibit also provides a local perspective on the issue, with historical insights on the seven schools that operated in Bruce County.

An accompanying programme of community conversations is scheduled for select dates from October through November for more insights about the exhibit and deeper awareness into local and personal experiences. Limited to small groups; Preregistration is required.

Proudly sponsored by Enbridge.

WARNING: This exhibition contains subject matter that may be disturbing to some visitors and may be triggering. Please call 1-866-925-4419 or your local crisis line for counselling and support.

Play Hard Fight Hard: Sport in the Canadian Military examines the significant role that sports have played within the Canadian Armed Forces. Produced by Canada's Sports Hall of Fame and The Military Museum (Calgary), this exhibit traces the history of athletic programs in the military, demonstrating how sports have been used to build camaraderie, boost morale, and prepare soldiers for the physical demands of combat.

In addition, the BCM&CC has curated local Bruce County stories focused on the role sport played while Bruce County soldiers were overseas.

Proudly sponsored by Veterans Affairs Canada.

For more information on these exhibits and upcoming events, visit brucemuseum.ca.

About the Bruce County Museum & Cultural Centre
The Bruce County Museum & Cultural Centre offers adult and children's programming, special events, and is home to the Bruce County Archives & Research Room. Our mandate is to preserve and make available the documentary heritage of Bruce County.