Five brilliant Métis artists honour Michif culture and knowledge systems while forging new artistic trajectories through their exquisite, beaded creations in Gallery @1c03.bsky.social's new exhibition Beading Métis Resurgence, which opens tomorrow with a reception from 4 to 6 p.m. LEARN MORE ⬇️

📣NEW EXHIBIT📣 Beading Métis Resurgence February 12 - April 17, 2026 Five brilliant Métis artists honour Michif culture and knowledge systems while forging new artistic trajectories through their exquisite beaded creations. Opening reception: Feb 12, 4-6 pm! bit.ly/4khd8yv #UWinnipeg #Gallery1C03

Gallery @1c03.bsky.social presents Queer Newfoundland Hockey League, a multi-media exhibition by artist Lucas Morneau that aims to deconstruct homophobia in sports. All are invited to an artist talk tomorrow from 1 to 2:15 p.m., followed by an opening reception from 4 to 6:30 p.m. LEARN MORE ⬇️

Join us on Nov 13 at 1:00 pm in Room 2M70 @uwinnipeg.bsky.social for a talk by "craftivists" @lucasmorneau.bsky.social & Barb Hunt. Learn about making art with a message in community with others! Details: bit.ly/47DV4sj #LucasMorneau #Craftivism #UWinnipeg #Gallery1C03

A friendly reminder it's the final week to see Bria Fernandes' exhibit, Things Left Unsaid, at Gallery @1c03.bsky.social. The Gallery is open weekdays from noon to 4 p.m. LEARN MORE ⬇️

🌈NEW EXHIBIT!🌈 Lucas Morneau: Queer Newfoundland Hockey League November 13, 2025 to January 28, 2026 Reception: Nov 13, 4-6 pm Artist Morneau uses craft media to deconstruct harmful homophobia in sports by creating a new, positive and accepting masculinity for sports enthusiasts. bit.ly/3X5Znrv

Join us October 9 @uwinnipeg.bsky.social for a talk with Black women painters Bria Fernandes & Ekene Emeka Maduka as they discuss the significance of self-portraiture, symbolic imagery, and the emotional states that fuel it. Moderated by #UWinipeg grad student Deandra Grace Daniel. bit.ly/3IvCDxE

Drop by The Hive today between 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m., where the Office of Indigenous Engagement and the UWSA will be giving away 500 orange shirts to the campus community. This year’s shirt features artwork by Micaela Gilbert, an Anishinaabe artist from Sagkeeng First Nation. LEARN MORE ⬇️

The latest exhibition at Gallery @1c03.bsky.social is "Things Left Unsaid" by Bria Fernandes, who creates introspective paintings that explore her social, cultural, and personal experiences as a Black woman in Canada. Join us for an opening reception tomorrow from 4 to 6 p.m. LEARN MORE ⬇️

@uwinnipeg.bsky.social Students! See you next week on Sept 3 & 4 between 10 am & 3 pm at the UWSA Roll Call Exhibitor Fair. Visit us in front of Gallery 1C03 beside the Info Booth, first floor of Centennial Hall. Pick up a free exhibit catalogue & learn what we have coming up! bit.ly/41ucFkx

📣NEW EXHIBIT📣 Bria Fernandes: Things Left Unsaid September 11 - October 31, 2025 Winnipeg painter Bria Fernandes uses her art to explore her social, cultural, and personal experiences as a Black woman in Canada. See you at the reception: Sept 11 @ 4:00 pm! bit.ly/420itCe #UWinnipeg #Gallery1C03

On #NIPD2025, we honour the rich cultures, languages, and traditions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities. Join us in celebrating Indigenous voices by exploring local events in our city! The Forks ➡️ buff.ly/ya7wl8J Assiniboine Park ➡️ buff.ly/REEU3KD WAG-Qaumajuq ➡️ buff.ly/HKlNoKO

Have you visited Gallery @1c03.bsky.social‬ yet to see the latest art exhibition? Rooted in Relations is on now through August 1. Gallery 1C03 is open weekdays from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. (closed July 1). LEARN MORE ⬇️

A #UWinnipeg course has led to the new exhibition at #Gallery1C03. Rooted in Relations - curated by students of the Indigenous Theory and Curatorial Practices course - offers a holistic journey through time, relationships, and nurturing kin and community. Runs June 2 to August 1. Learn more ⬇️

🌿 NEW EXHIBITION 🌿 Rooted in Relations June 2 - August 1, 2025 Opening reception: Monday, June 2, 3:00 to 5:00 pm Join us for this exhibition of works from @uwinnipeg.bsky.social art collection created by eight Inuit and First Nations artists! Details: bit.ly/45k3vtq #UWinnipeg #Gallery1C03

🌈Tomorrow is the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia. #Gallery1C03 supports 2SLGBTQPIA+ community members, and condemns all forms of discrimination & violence based on sexual orientation, gender identity & gender expression. #IDAHOTB #TheInBetween #LauraLewis #UWinnipeg

Fundraising appeal! Help us grow & diversify the @uwinnipeg.bsky.social art collection with a gift toward the purchase of Heidi McKenzie's remarkable "Crescent Moon" sculpture which illuminates underrepresented stories of Indo-Caribbean indentured labourers. Learn more and donate: bit.ly/42Wdcg3

Final two days to see "Reclaimed: Indo-Caribbean HerStories" in Gallery 1C03 @uwinnipeg.bsky.social. The gallery is open today and tomorrow from 12:00 - 4:00 pm. #IndoCaribbean #Reclaimed #HeidiMcKenzie #Gallery1C03 #UWinnipeg

You're invited to an exhibit walk-through with Toronto-based ceramic artist Heidi McKenzie at Gallery @1c03.bsky.social on Monday, April 21 from 5 to 6 p.m. LEARN MORE ⬇️

🗞️ BREAKING NEWS! 🗞️ Exhibit Walk-through with Artist Heidi McKenzie Monday, April 21, 2025 5:00 - 6:00 pm Join Heidi for this personal tour of her ground-breaking exhibit "Reclaimed: Indo-Caribbean HerStories"! DETAILS: bit.ly/3RQkJqj #HeidiMcKenzie #IndoCaribbeanIdentity #Gallery1C03 #UWinnipeg

📣Students: one week to apply!📣 Art Gallery Education & Collections Intern Full-time term position: May 5 - August 1, 2025 Wage: $17.43/hr + 6% vac pay Application deadline: April 20,2025 Support an exhibit of Indigenous art from the @uwinnipeg.bsky.social art collection! DETAILS: bit.ly/4j0Umdr

Stop by @uwinnipeg.bsky.social Gallery 1C03 weekdays 12-4 pm to see "Reclaimed: Indo-Caribbean HerStories" which includes sculptures that transform historical indentureship jewelry to acknowledge the labour, strength and resilience of Indo-Caribbean women. #HeidiMcKenzie #IndoCaribbeanIdentity

✨ Student job opportunity!✨ Art Gallery Education & Collections Intern Full-time term position: May 5 - August 1, 2025 Wage: $17.43/hour + 6% vacation pay Application deadline: April 20,2025 Support an exhibit of Indigenous art from the @uwinnipeg art collection! DETAILS: bit.ly/4j0Umdr

Tune in tomorrow morning (Tuesday, April 1) at 7:00 am CT to Classic 107FM to hear Heidi McKenzie speak with Nolan Kehler about how her creative journey helped her learn more about her Indo-Caribbean ancestry. #IndoCaribbeanIdentity

Today is International Transgender Day of Visibility + we reflect on Laura Lewis’ painting of Julian K in drag, which helps to affirm + support trans identities. This is particularly important during these difficult times. 📷 Deb (from Winnipeg), 2024, oil on canvas, 72" x 96". Photo by Karen Asher.

Please join us on Tuesday, April 1 at the University of Winnipeg for our “Sharing Indo-Caribbean Stories” event. If you are Indo-Caribbean + are interested in sharing your familial story here, please sign up here: www.uwinnipeg.ca/machform/vie.... #HeidMcKenzie #IndoCaribbeanHerStories

To gain a better understanding of the themes shared in our current exhibt, check out our Reclaimed: Indo-Caribbean Herstories Library Research Guide at: libguides.uwinnipeg.ca/c.php?g=7438... #HeidMcKenzie #ShaneelaBoodoo #IndoCaribbean #IndoCaribbeanIdentity #IndoCaribbeanHerStories

Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. Heidi McKenzie’s work seeks to educate people about the discrimination faced by Indo-Caribbean people. She shares why it is important for people to know about the history of Indo-indentureship. #HeidiMcKenzie

Sharing Indo-Caribbean Stories April 1, 4 - 6 pm Gallery 1C03 & Room 2M70 @uwinnipeg.bsky.social Do you have a story to share about your Indo-Caribbean ancestry? Join us for a tour of Heidi McKenzie's “Reclaimed: Indo-Caribbean HerStories” exhibit & community storytelling! INFO: bit.ly/41zsCFa

"Reclaimed" exhibit writer Shaneela Boodoo notes that Heidi McKenzie's works are some of the first "that attempt to critically examine and share the stories of a lineage of women – Indo-Caribbean indentured labourers – who have been systematically erased." Read more: bit.ly/4i9FZDa #IndoCaribbean

ICYMI: Heidi McKenzie gave an excellent artist talk on Zoom earlier this week. It is now available for viewing on our YouTube playlist: www.uwinnipeg.ca/art-gallery/.... Enjoy! #HeidMcKenzie #IndoCaribbean #IndoCaribbeanIdentity #Indo-CaribbeanHerStories #Reclaimed

Join us tomorrow at 4:00 pm CT on Zoom for "Clay Stories", a talk by exhibiting artist Heidi McKenzie. McKenzie sheds light on the little-known histories of her Indo-Caribbean and post-Famine Irish-Canadian ancestors. Register to attend: bit.ly/41mmiRe #HeidMcKenzie #IndoCaribbean #Reclaimed

Read the latest issue of The Uniter to learn how Gallery 1C03 exhibiting artist Heidi McKenzie's research on Indo-Caribbean indentureship began in the archive and continued through discussion with her own family members. uniter.ca/view/reclaim... #HeidMcKenzie #IndoCaribbeanIdentity #Reclaimed

Artist Heidi McKenzie will give a talk on Zoom on March 11 at 4:00 pm CT, contextualizing her current exhibit "Reclaimed: Indo-Caribbean HerStories" on view @uwinnipeg.bsky.social Gallery 1C03. DETAILS: bit.ly/41mmiRe #HeidMcKenzie #IndoCaribbeanIdentity #Indo-CaribbeanHerStories #Reclaimed

Stop by @uwinnipeg.bsky.social TODAY to catch the Black History Month art exhibit and participate in a free painting workshop with Laura Iboje! DETAILS: bit.ly/41llr4u #BlackHistoryMonth #LauraIboje

Thanks @jenzoratti.bsky.social of @winnipegfreepress.com for her excellent article on Heidi McKenzie’s “Reclaimed: Indo-Caribbean HerStories” exhibit! Join us for a reception TODAY from 4:00 - 6:00 pm @uwinnipeg.bsky.social. Heidi will be here and is looking forward to meeting you! bit.ly/4kkY8z4

We look forward to seeing you at the opening reception for Heidi McKenzie’s “Reclaimed: Indo-Caribbean HerStories” on Thursday, February 27, from 4:00 - 6:00 pm. We will have a short program of formal remarks at 4:30 pm. Refreshments will include doubles and pholourie from Diversity Foods!

The latest exhibition at Gallery @1c03.bsky.social is Heidi McKenzie’s Reclaimed: Indo-Caribbean HerStories. Join us for an opening reception on February 27 from 4 to 6 p.m., and for an artist talk on March 11 at 4 p.m. on Zoom. LEARN MORE ⬇️

The art has arrived! We have been busy unpacking works from Heidi McKenzie for her exhibition “Reclaimed: Indo-Caribbean HerStories”. Be sure to join us for the opening reception Thursday, February 27, from 4:00 - 6:00 pm. #HeidMcKenzie #IndoCaribbean #IndoCaribbeanIdentity

Join Nigerian artist Laura Okos-Iboje for a painting workshop on Feb 27 from 5:30-8:30 pm in the UWSA Hive on the first floor of Lockhart Hall @uwinnipeg.bsky.social! Part of Black History Month program events organized by the UWSA and UWSA BIPOC Lounge! DETAILS: bit.ly/41llr4u

Today is the final day to visit KC Adams’ “Seven Generations” at Gallery 1c03. We are open 12 - 4 p.m. and look forward to seeing you. Thank you to all that have attended! Image by Karen Asher #KCAdams #SevenGenerations #RelationalMaker #RelationalMaking

✨New exhibition✨ Heidi McKenzie: Reclaimed: Indo-Caribbean HerStories February 27 - April 25, 2025 Opening reception: Thursday, February 27, 4:00 - 6:00 pm This mixed-media ceramic exhibit illuminates the power, courage and strength of Indo-Caribbean women, past and present. bit.ly/40P4Fct

Gallery 1C03 is excited to announce the University of Winnipeg Student Association's Black History Month events, organized by the UWSA BIPOC Lounge! We are pleased to co-sponsor the painting workshop with Laura Iboje! #BlackHistoryMonth #LauraIboje #UWSA #BIPOCStudentLounge #UWinnipeg #Gallery1C03

In an act of reclaiming + celebrating their Indigeneity, KC Adams + Kelli Adams-Wityk danced at Manito Ahbee in 2024. This was the first time KC + Kelli, who are twin sisters, danced powwow + it was KC’s first time making regalia. #KCAdams #SevenGenerations #RelationalMaker #RelationalMaking

Today we share another ancestor piece that is cared for by + on loan to us from the @manitobamuseum.bsky.social. This pipe bag is featured in our current show. Nehiyawak artist once known, Pipe Bag, late 19th-early 20th century, moose hide, beads, quills, sinew, wool, cotton thread, 45.7x16.8 cm.

POSTPONED! Start date for the Beading Workshop: Ceinture Fléchée Pin with Margaret Firlotte will now be Monday, Feb 3 and we may add a third date after the Feb 6 session, to be confirmed. Still 12-2 pm each time and still in ISSC at UWinnipeg, Room 2L02.

If you are looking for more information to expand your learning on the themes raised by our “Seven Generations” exhibition, check out the study guide for the show: www.uwinnipeg.ca/art-gallery/... Thank you to Alysa Baraniuk and Margaret Firlotte for their work on this guide.

The Beaded Flower Pin Workshop with Margaret Firlotte is full but she's also offering a beaded Ceinture Fléchée Pin workshop! Drop by the Indigenous Student Services Centre Lounge at UWinnipeg (Room 2L02) on Jan 30, Feb 3, Feb 6 between 12 & 2 pm to take part. Supplies provided and all welcome!

Meet Becca Taylor, the writer of the essay for KC Adams' “Seven Generations” exhibit brochure. Becca is a Cree/Irish/Scottish artist, curator and writer. Click the link below to read Becca’s essay. www.uwinnipeg.ca/art-gallery/... Photo of Becca Taylor by Katherine Whitt. #RelationalMaking

🌸 BEADED FLOWER PIN WORKSHOP WITH MARGARET FIRLOTTE 🌸 February 8 and 9, 2025 1:00 - 4:00 pm The workshop is free but you must register to attend. www.uwinnipeg.ca/art-gallery/... Image ID: Graphic with event details + a colourful beaded flower pin atop a piece of bone + cedar on the right.