Fully Customizable
Built for Education
Cultural Story Telling
A tactile expression of culture. These blocks, crafted from old growth cedar hold onto our past, embody our present, and prepare us for the future. As Indigenous Peoples we have found a variety of ways to share our stories; dibaajimowin (pronounced "dee-bah-jee-moh-win"), storytelling. The goal of this piece was to take this tradition into spaces where Indigenous and Non-Indigenous people can share in cultural practice.
FRONT
VIEW
experience Culture with
Acrylic Display
Acrylic sheets used to encase different
materials such as; paper, fabric, metal
+ other materials
Wooded Face
Ethically sourced, treated wood
sanded, and treated and sealed
to perfection
Rubber Stoppers
Rubber stoppers are fastened
between the blocks and
the pipes for maximum spinability
Steel Frame
Reinforced with metal pipes,
the structure is welded together
to support and house wooden blocks
Steel Frame
Reinforced with copper pipes,
the structure is welded together
to support and house wooden blocks
Acrylic Display
Acrylic sheets used to encase different
materials such as; paper, fabric, metal
+ other materials
Wooded Face
Ethically sourced, treated wood
sanded, and treated and sealed
to perfection
Rubber Stoppers
Rubber stoppers are fastened
between the blocks and
the pipes for maximum spinability
Column 1
Indigenous Inventions
Column 2
Key People
Column 3
Natural Elements
Column 4
Sky Stories
Side 1
Illustrations
Side 2
English & French Descriptions
Side 3
Indigenous Language
Side 4
Traditional Quilt
Copper Pipe (Type of Metal Optional)
To create a profound connection to the culture, we use real copper pipe for unit. Copper, historically significant to many Indigenous Peoples for its use in tools, ornaments, and ceremonial objects, infuses each piece with deep cultural resonance.
Cedar Blocks (Type of Wood Optional)
We use real wood, hand-carved from old-growth cedar, each block is a unique work of art. Through these blocks, we aim to provide a tangible link to the traditions and stories of Indigenous Peoples, celebrating our enduring legacy with every touch.
The Spinning Blocks were thoughtfully designed to offer a hands-on educational experience. Recognizing that many Indigenous communities have preserved their history through tactile items in nature, we sought to honor this legacy. By embedding history, culture, and stories into these culturally significant mediums, we aim to pay tribute to the Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island, ensuring their heritage is celebrated and remembered.
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