Royal B.C. Museum to close exhibits that further the colonial narrative

Nov 3, 2021

The B.C. Royal Museum has announced it will be closing sections of the First People's gallery on its third floor as it seeks to decolonize the institution.

The announcement is part of the museum's response to calls to action from Indigenous leaders to increase cultural safety and make the museum a welcome place to all.

Earlier this year, its CEO stepped down after allegations of racism from Indigenous staff.

"Decolonization of the museum's galleries is important and long overdue," said acting CEO Daniel Muzyka in a statement.

Closing the exhibits will involve consultations with Indigenous Peoples and First Nations to appropriately repatriate and conserve certain items, he said.

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