Museum Movie Club - The Story of Coast Salish Knitters

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Schedule

Date Range

2026-10-08

Time

06:00 pm - 07:30 pm

Once

Availability

27 spots

Description

Discover the history behind the iconic Cowichan sweater in this documentary about generations of Coast Salish women who transformed woolworking and knitting into both cultural expression and economic survival. Featuring archival footage and the voices of woolworkers, the film celebrates the skill, resilience, and often overlooked labour behind these cherished sweaters. The movie runs 6-7pm with the option to stay on for a short discussion between 7-7.30pm.