PAMA RECOGNIZED FOR EXCELLENCE AND
INNOVATION
by the ONTARIO MUSEUM ASSOCIATION
BRAMPTON, ON. (Nov.
11, 2013) – On Nov. 7, the Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA) was
recognized by the Ontario Museum Association (OMA) for outstanding
contributions to the Ontario museum community. PAMA received the Award of
Excellence for Innovation
and an Honourable Mention for Excellence in Exhibitions at the
2013 Awards of Excellence ceremony in Markham, Ontario.
“We are
honoured to be recognized for PAMA’s commitment to creating valuable and
innovative displays and exhibitions,” said Marty Brent, Acting Manager, PAMA.
“We have aspired to create a space where visitors can learn about our
community’s rich culture and heritage.”
PAMA received the Award of Excellence for Innovation for the Interactive
Map of Peel, a 55” multi-touch screen built into a table that provides an
interactive source of heritage and cultural history for Peel residents. This
engaging technology bridges the gap between the Region’s past and present, and
provides an interactive source of heritage and cultural history for all
residents.
An
Honourable Mention for the Excellence in Exhibitions category was presented to
PAMA for We Are Here, the Story of Aboriginal People in Peel Region.
This permanent exhibition gives voice to the Aboriginal community in Peel and
beyond. Through
innovative presentation and authentic voice, this exhibition provides visitors
with an understanding of the Aboriginal experience over the past two centuries.
The
Interactive Map of Peel was funded in part by the Ontario Ministry of Tourism
and Culture and Sport and was created in partnership with Albion Bolton
Historical Society, Brampton Heritage Board, Brampton Historical Society,
Caledon Heritage Committee, Heritage Mississauga, Historic Bovaird House,
Mississauga Library System, Museums of Mississauga, Streetsville Historical
Society, and Thomas Fisher Rare Book Library. PAMA acknowledges the Peel
Aboriginal Network, Mississauga of the New Credit First Nation, Métis Nation of
Ontario, Credit River Métis Council, and distinguished advisors from the
community in the development of We Are Here, the Story of Aboriginal People
in Peel Region.
The Ontario
Museum Association’s awards are designed to recognize outstanding contributions
to the Ontario museum community with an emphasis on innovation, to advance the
museum profession in Ontario and to encourage high standards of excellence in
the museum field.
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PAMA is a
place to explore and learn about Peel Region’s culture and heritage, as well as
use conversation, questions and stories to help make new and fascinating
connections to the surrounding community. Throughout the year, PAMA offers a
variety of workshops and programs for all ages, families and adults. With so
many different programs to choose from, PAMA has something for everyone.
Operated by the Region of Peel, PAMA is located at 9 Wellington St. E. in
Brampton. Visit pama.peelregion.ca
to learn more.
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