05-12-2017 02:19 via ottawacitizen.com

Inaugural Seven Tipis lighting celebrates Indigenous culture and Canada 150

On the picturesque grounds of the Canadian Museum of History Monday, there was sight never before seen: a series of seven teepees, illuminated with colour and shining brightly against the backdrop of Parliament.
The teepee lighting marked the launch of an event that will close out a year of Canada 150 celebrations:  Nimidiwin, A celebration of our Dance from Coast to Coast to Coast. The New Year’s Eve event will be held at the Canadian Museum of History, and will feature Indigeno
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