High turnout for National Aboriginal Day in Rocky Mountain House
Despite scorching temperatures and pouring rain, yesterday’s National Aboriginal Day celebration in Rocky Mountain House was a huge success.
Hosted by the Rocky Native Friendship Society, the day is meant to bring all members of the community together on a day significant to Aboriginal cultures.
“It’s a day signifying the longest day of the year and the transition from spring to summer, and it was a great high energy day,” says Kirby BigChild, Executive Director for the Rocky Native Friendship Society. “Back in the day, Indigenous tribes would get together and celebrate the change of season.”
Featuring traditional dancers with drum circles, the event aimed to immerse the public in Aboriginal culture.