Protecting Heritage for the Future
Protecting Heritage for the Future
The Board and Staff of the Fernie Museum and Fernie & District Historical Society respectfully acknowledge that we live, work, and recreate on the homelands of the Ktunaxa People.
SECOND SKIN
~ Saving the Planet One Garment at a Time ~
by the Fernie Spinners & Weavers Guild
DECEMBER 15, 2022 – MARCH 2023
In this new exhibit, the Fernie Spinners and Weavers Guild looks at fashion through the lens of sustainability and showcases how the natural fibre arts have a direct role to play in the growing Slow Fashion movement. Content encourages viewers to explore ways we can help make a shift away from the many negative impacts of Fast Fashion systems.
Items will include a variety of textiles produced from dyeing, spinning and weaving locally made yarns, plus stitched, knitted, felted and upcycled garments along with interpretive information.
OPENING RECEPTION | 7 PM, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 15TH.
Join the artist for a preview of the exhibit in the gallery, with drinks by donation and complimentary appetizers.
Admission is free and all are welcome.
THE WRATH OF OSIRIS
A 1920’s Mystery at the Museum
SATURDAY DECEMBER 10TH
Fernie’s most fashionable and fabulous are invited to a night of intrigue and mystery. Tickets $60; includes first cocktail, cash bar, hors d’oeuvres, plus live suspects and costumed performers.
1920s/30s/40s style dress encouraged! Doors Open 7pm.
2023 MEMBERSHIP
EMPLOYMENT AVAILABLE
Collections & Visitor Services Intern
Start date: Dec 9, 2022
Application Deadline: Dec 2, 2022
Join our team! The Fernie Museum is seeking a winter intern to assist with visitor services and collections management. Click below for full details including how to apply.