Upstream/Downriver: Walking the stɑl̓əw̓ Watershed

October 23, 2021 - February 6, 2022

Upstream/Downriver: Walking the stɑl̓əw̓ Watershed is a collaborative research-creation project that addresses climate change at the local, granular scale of the lower Fraser River watershed.  Artists walked with experts from a wide range of backgrounds–Indigenous knowledge holders, scientists, philosophers and poets–inviting their observations on climate impacts along the lower Fraser Valley watershed.  Reflecting on the knowledge shared during these walks, the artists have created an immersive installation experience in the Museum's temporary exhibit space.  Combining video, sound, installation and drawing to connect viewers to the devastating realities of climate impacts in our region, the work also gives voice to the river, pointing the way to how we may reimagine our relationship with the land and learn to walk in a good way on this territory we call home.