Odawa Traditions: Wreath Crowns on Grave Markers

When walking through local cemeteries in the fall, visitors are likely to spot floral wreaths on some of the headstones and markers. These wreaths are actually paper crowns which are placed by local Odawa each November in honor of their deceased loved ones. This Anishnaabe tradition comes from the time before contact and many scholars have written about these crowns, starting in 1640s, describing the beautiful colorful wreaths placed on crosses. Join us to learn about the process involved in making these crowns and the importance of this tradition to local Odawa with presenter Emily Proctor.

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