First Peoples Mural

In artist Lorne Julien’s own words, the mural’s imagery includes “the eagle (kitpu) [which] is an important animal to the Mi’kmaw people (L’nu’k). It symbolizes respect, love and protection. When an eagle shows up in your path, it is seen as a good and hopeful sign, a good moment to show gratitude and send prayers. The design also shows blossoms, apple blossoms with the 5 slightly heart shaped petals. Apple trees shape the landscape of the Annapolis Valley. They are a lot like wild strawberry blossoms, traditionally the first fruit of the season, a symbol of abundance and the returning of summer. I am L’nu, and my people have lived on these lands in the past and we are still here. Since European colonization our stories have been interwoven and there have been many hardships. This design is meant to be hopeful, and stands for a good healing path towards reconciliation.”

The First Peoples Mural was commissioned by the Berwick Mural Society, a non-profit organization whose mission is to “promote the heritage and culture of Berwick, Nova Scotia.”

For more information on this mural visit:
https://berwickmuralsociety.wixsite.com/berwickmuralsociety/murals

Where to Find This Mural

Location: 205 Commercial St, Berwick, NS B0P 1E0 Get Directions

Accessibility: The First Peoples Mural is accessible from the Commercial Street sidewalk. There is parking available directly off of the mural site.