In celebration of their 60th anniversary, Red Deer Archives launched a new exhibit today called Archival Gems. The exhibit features images favourite images selected by Archives staff and Mayor Ken Johnston, along with a brief explanation of why it was chosen.
“I am so pleased to help the Red Deer Archives mark their 60th anniversary,” said Mayor Ken Johnston. “We are so fortunate to have this wonderful resource in our community, serving as the official repository for our community’s historical records. I’m only sorry our dear friend, the late Councillor Michael Dawe, isn’t here to celebrate this milestone with us.
The Archival Gems exhibit is on the second floor of City Hall.
To help Red Deerians celebrate the 60th anniversary, an online community gallery is being created. Red Deerians are invited to visit the Archives online to select and submit their own favourite Archives photo. These will then be reviewed and shared in the online community gallery in the coming months.
“While we spend all day looking at our records, we don’t always know what appeals to others and why. We’re very excited to include the community in this exhibit and our celebration,” said Jillian Staniec, Archives Coordinator.
Photo description – Photo chosen by Mayor Johnston for the Archival Gems Exhibit showing Wesley Lyle Keewatin Richards, DSL, in traditional First Nations regalia acting as the Indigenous liaison officer for the Red Deer and District Museum, Red Deer, Alberta.
Citation: Red Deer Advocate fonds, Red Deer Archives, P18275.
Photo description – Mayor Johnston unveils his chosen photo for the Archival Gems Exhibit celebrating the 60th anniversary of the Red Deer Archives.