Land Acknowledgement
We would like to acknowledge that we are on Treaty 1 territory and that the land on which we gather is the traditional gathering place of the Anishinaabeg, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, and Dene Peoples, and the homeland of the Red River Métis Nation.
About
We are the intersection of where our past meets the future. Through the innovative use of technology, multimedia and leveraging of carefully researched and creatively documented stories of the City’s past, our museum brings to life Selkirk’s history in a way that educates, entertains and inspires local citizens and visitors alike.
Rather than being a museum for the city, we turn our city into a museum by providing a real-time, interactive, heritage experience. We blend the digital world with the physical. Walk through our city and through your digital device see our community as it was. Witness the evolution of this place. Meet the people who, through their tenacity and vision: built the streets; established the institutions; curated the culture; and begot the people that surround you.
History is written every day; therefore our work will never be done. The Selkirk Museum exists in a perpetual state of construction; collecting new artifacts, telling new stories, inspiring new Selkirkians.
Our Vision
A vibrant community inspired and embolden by a deep appreciation for its past.
Our Mission
To capture, preserve and share the heritage of Selkirk; to educate present and future generations about Selkirk and its contributions; to inspire a sense of connection to this place and its people
Historical Language Advisory
The Selkirk Museum, including its archives, houses records spanning several centuries. These documents reflect the periods in which they were created and the perspectives of their original creators. As a result, they may contain language and content that is outdated, offensive, or harmful.
We preserve the original content and language of these records because they serve as historical evidence of past actions and attitudes. This approach allows contemporary users of the museum and archives to critically engage with the original materials and understand the context in which they were produced.
However, we recognize the ongoing impact of this language and content. To mitigate harm, we actively revise outdated descriptions in our exhibits, as well as update listings using contemporary language, and solicit feedback from our visitors to identify and address problematic language in our databases and online resources.
If you encounter offensive or outdated language in any of our online exhibits that are not part of any historical documentation, please bring it to our attention. You can email us at [email protected]. Your input helps us improve our resources and ensures they reflect our commitment to inclusivity and historical accuracy.