Exhibit Opening - Layer by Layer: Virginia McCoy and the Uncovering of Fort William First Nation History

Join us for an inspiring evening as we celebrate the launch of our new exhibition, Layer by Layer: Virginia McCoy and the Uncovering of Fort William First Nation History at The Thunder Bay Museum. This event is free and in-person only.

Description: 

Explore the histories of the McCoy family and Fort William First Nation in this powerful exhibition that traces generations of resilience, change, and continuity. Drawing from family archives, museum research, and oral histories, Layer by Layer reveals how personal stories illuminate broader experiences of colonialism, land loss, and cultural endurance.

Through documents, photographs, and select artworks by Virginia McCoy (1948–2022), the exhibition connects individual memory to community history, offering insight into the enduring strength of Fort William First Nation and the ongoing process of reclaiming identity and belonging.

The event will feature an official program with an opening ceremony, greetings from dignitaries, Society leadership, and remarks from the interpretive content contributors. There will also be plenty of time for attendees to enjoy complimentary refreshments, mingle, and visit the exhibit.

• Free Museum Admission during the event
• Refreshments will be available

Parking

The Thunder Bay Museum has a free parking lot on the East side of the building, but there are only 16 spaces.  On-street parking and other lots nearby are available.