Photos: New Red River cart dedicated in Estevan on National Indigenous People's Day

ESTEVAN – The Souris Valley Museum celebrated National Indigenous People’s Day on June 21 by hosting a dedication ceremony for its new Red River cart.

The carts were once used by Métis people for the transportation of virtually everything from goods and materials to people. The cart that is located at the museum was crafted by George Fayant, who has made numerous carts over the years, including one that used to be on display at the Estevan Art Gallery and Museum.

Marg Friesen, who is the regional director for Eastern Region III with the Métis Nation Saskatchewan, was among the many people at the event, and she spoke to the Mercury of the cart’s significance.

“The Red River Cart, originally, was a form of transportation, and it was actually utilitarian for Métis people to get from…