Two exhibitions at Eptek

Exhibitions at Eptek Art & Culture Centre in Summerside, a PEI Museum and Heritage Foundation site, include Black Islanders: Four Centuries and Counting, opening in January, and The Creator’s Gift, currently on view until February.

Black Islanders: Four Centuries and Counting will be displayed in the small gallery starting January 10. Curated by the PEI Museum & Heritage Foundation with invaluable contributions from Black Islander families, this photo exhibition highlights the untold stories and significant contributions of the Black community in PEI over the past four centuries.

The Foundation was recently honoured with the National Trust for Canada’s Governors’ Award for its role in sharing these important narratives.The award recognizes outstanding contributions to community, identity, cultural heritage, and historic places. The presentation took place at the National Trust’s annual conference in Montreal.

Previously, Black Islanders: Four Centuries and Counting was on display on the front lawn of Beaconsfield Historic House in Charlottetown from July to October 2024. The Foundation plans to share the exhibit at more provincial heritage sites in the summer of 2025.

The National Trust for Canada is an independent charity that empowers communities to save and renew heritage places. Its annual awards are given to organizations that are bringing historic places to life in ways that benefit people and communities.

The Creator’s Gift, a collection of artworks by Mi’kmaq artists, continues at Eptek until February 7. This group exhibition features quillwork, basketry, jewelry, drum-making, woodworking, and more. Several participating artists will also offer workshops on Sundays in January. For more information, pricing, or to register, call 902-888-8373.

Exhibit admission is by donation.