Thoughts on Museums and Heritage Experiences
In the News: Controversial monuments
A short essay on the options available for controversial monuments such as statues. From Prime Minister John A. Macdonald to Confederate monuments, commemoration may no longer be suitable. History changes.
Mark Your Calendar: “Review the Tape: Video Review in Hiring and Training Interpreters” presented January 21, 2026 in Surrey.
Tom Long presents on hiring and training interpreters in Surrey on January 21, 2026.
Mark Your Calendar: “Fake News at Fort Edmonton” presented March 28, 2026 in St. Albert.
Tom presents on the Northwest Resistance in St. ALbert on March 28, 2026.
Steal this Idea: No Drinks Beyond this Point
Steal This Idea is a series of blog posts designed to promote some of the best heritage and museums practices that we observe around the globe.
MixedMedia Pt 7: The Convenient Indian Ancestor
Part 7 of an exploration of mixed descent persons in pop culture. What do Rambo, Tonto, Chakotay, and Sokka have in common?
Clio’s Armada: In the News
Two Polynesian heritage boats meet again in November 2025.
MixedMedia Pt 6: Living Your Culture Quietly
Part 6 of an exploration of mixed descent persons in pop culture. How does Forge compare with Danielle Moonstar? And what is Pow-wow Smith’s final fate?
Mark Your Calendar: “An Imaginary Line” presented November 25, 2025 in Vancouver (repost/reminder).
Tom will be presenting a version of one of his favourite recent presentations on November 25 at the University Women’s Club at Hycroft Manor in Vancouver, BC. Tickets are available. This is a part of their wonderful Heritage Hour programming. An Imaginary Line: the HBC, the US, and the Fight against the 49th Parallel Tuesday,…
MixedMedia Pt 5: A Volatile Mixture
Part 5 of an exploration of mixed descent persons in pop culture. What do Clara Bow, John Wayne, and Namor have in common?
MixedMedia Pt 4: Adoption / Appropriation
Part 4 of an exploration of mixed descent persons in pop culture. How are Speedy, Kevin Costner, Jake Sully, and Daniel Day Lewis connected?
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