Manitoba Métis Federation Purchases Historical Artifacts

'Our Grandmothers' artifact collection acquired for future Métis centre at newly reopened Portage and Main

A trove of artifacts dating back two centuries — including silk- and quillwork, beaded jackets and fur stretchers — have found their way to the site of a forthcoming centre at the heart of downtown Winnipeg showcasing Métis history.

MMF to display ‘Our Grandmothers’ collection of historical and cultural Métis items - Winnipeg

It includes clothing, embroidery, beadwork and more, which the MMF says showcases Métis identity, mobility and fashion.

Manitoba Métis Federation purchases historical artifacts

The Manitoba Métis Federation unveiled its newly acquired 142-piece collection on Wednesday in Winnipeg. The collection, titled Our Grandmothers, includes silk embroidery, beaded caribou hide coats and moccasins, along with everyday items such as horse blankets.