The City of Cloquet, in collaboration with the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa, unveiled a series of interpretive signs at Dunlap Island Park, highlighting the natural and cultural history of the St. Louis River from both Indigenous and settler perspectives. 106 Group played a key role in the design and fabrication of six interpretive panels, ensuring that the narratives were meaningful and culturally appropriate. We aimed to highlight the community’s unique culture, language, and art by incorporating place-specific stories and vivid visuals.
Scope
106 Group also led community engagement efforts, ensuring community voices were deeply integrated. An advisory panel, which included members of the Fond du Lac and Cloquet communities, provided essential feedback throughout, ensuring the project was inclusive and well-connected to the local area. By integrating Ojibwemowin and English, the signs honor Ojibwe linguistic heritage and introduce it to new audiences.
Outcome
This project was shaped by the expertise of our partners, Sam Olbekson, who emphasized the community’s unique culture, and by Sarah Agaton Howes, whose custom artwork added depth and beauty to the panels. These panels serve as bridges connecting past, present, and future understanding.
