Algonquin Cultural Symbols
The Algonquin moved about their territory in
accordance with seasonal harvests, returning to permanent sites. Life
dictated that what was needed or important was of value. The historical
objects in this collection are practical, functional and, in a pragmatic
way, aided the people's survival; they reflect their beliefs and lifestyle.
Their design and use of materials, both from the immediate environment
and trade goods, demonstrates the people's great adaptive capacity.
The production and decoration of objects was reflective of individual
taste, skill and circumstance.
It is worth noting that most historic Algonquin artifacts
have not survived to present-day, because they were made of
wood, bark or hide.
