Public art around The Forks

"Balance of Spirit Within" by Natalie Rostad Desjarlais

Balance of Spirit Within is a massive granite stone weighing about ten tonnes, estimated to be millions of years old. It features “hidden” images symbolizing the balance between mind, body and spirit embodying strength, beauty and wisdom.

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Medium: granite rock

Location: north side of The Forks Historic Rail Bridge

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Located at the junction of the Red and Assiniboine rivers, The Forks (also known as Nestawaya in Cree) has been a meeting place for over 6,000 years – located on the original lands of the Anishinaabe, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota and Lakota peoples and resides in the homeland of the Red River Métis. This place also has deep ties with Dene and Inuit peoples, operates with water from Shoal Lake 40 First Nation, and has welcomed people from all walks of life to trade, visit, and build community. In this spirit, all staff and administration here respect the Treaties that were made on these territories, acknowledge the harms and mistakes of the past, and dedicate ourselves to move forward in partnership with Indigenous communities in a spirit of reconciliation and collaboration.

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