In
July of 2006, a group of Alberta based musicians, artisans craftsmen and
sports figures were invited to Washington DC to participate in the Smithsonian
Folklife Festival.
The vitality
and diversity of the Western Canadian province of Alberta was celebrated
in the heart of America's capital in summer 2006 as part of the internationally
renowned Smithsonian Folklife Festival.
With the fastest-growing economy in Canada, Alberta's wealth extends
beyond its oil sands and gas fields, beyond its majestic Rocky Mountains
and rich agricultural plains, and beyond its legendary ranches and its
thriving cosmopolitan, multicultural cities.
Alberta's
true wealth is its people--a diverse, hard-working, innovative population
whose "can do" spirit has transformed a frontier territory
into a prosperous province with a vibrant cultural landscape. Celebrating
its centennial in 2005, Alberta is the first Canadian province to be
featured at the Smithsonian Folklife Festival.
Through
dynamic performances, demonstrations, and educational programs, more than
120 of Alberta's finest musicians, storytellers, cooks, craftspeople,
occupational specialists, and cultural experts celebrated the living traditions
that make and sustain Alberta's unique culture.
Scott was invited along with Chuck Stormes and others to demonstrate their craft and answer questions from the public. This was a marvelous opportunity for us to not only interact with the local peole and tourists in the Washington area, but as well, a chance to visit some of the many collections maintained by this time honoured institute.
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