Item is a photograph of the Eskasoni Shrine (Holy Family).

File consists of reproductions of an essay on the Mi'kmaw language, a letter to Archbishop of Canterbury and a Mi'kmaw pronunciation of the alphabet

Item is an original paper which consists of a history of the Eskasoni Reserve; mentions schools, population, religion, sports, and social events. File also includes a photocopy of the official Reserve General Register. Tolocate this item at the Beaton Institute, use the following sequence: "Report - Micmac - Title of Item requested."

Item is a reproduction of a collection of essays about the history of the Eskasoni Reserve; mentions schools, population, religion, sports, and social events. File also includes a photocopy of the official Reserve General Register. To locate this item at the Beaton Institute, use the following sequence: "Report - Micmac - Title of Item requested."

File consists of an original video interview with Rita Joe on the use of herbal medicinal cures and of various Mi'kmaw cultural items such as hair ornaments, jewelry and musical instruments. Rules and significance of waltes played by Mi'kmaw women. Beaton Institute Production; 20 minutes

Item is an essay prepared by William Davey for the Learned Societies Conference, Carleton University, May 30-31, 1993. To locate this item at the Beaton Institute, use the following sequence: "Report - Cape Breton Island - Title of Item requested."

Item is an original paper, submitted to Elizabeth Boardmore's PCS 100 class, November 21, 1978. To locate this item at the Beaton Institute, use the following sequence: "Report - Micmac - Title of Item requested."

subject files consist of a variety of topics such as health, agriculture, fisheries and including files on several politicians.

File consists of fisheries and oceans

Item is a reproduction of the report about the Indigenous people around the world and how they depend on the fisheries for diet and nutrition needs.

Item is a reproduction of the article published in the Journal of American Folklore, Apr. - Jun., 1925, vol. 38, no. 148, p. 300-315.

File consists of an audio recording of Maisil Donovan interviewed on Folklore Medicine (Richard MacKinnon's Folklore Class).

Fonds consists of papers pertaining to the 4th Annual National Cultural Identity Seminar which was sponsored by the Native Communications Society of Nova Scotia.

File Consists of papers pertaining to the 4th Annual National Cultural Identity Seminar.
1.Bylaws and amendments filed by the Union of Nova Scotia Indians with the Nova Scotia Registrar of Joint Stock Companies, 1976. Copy, 22 pages.

2. Revised edition, Crown Land Rights and Hunting and Fishing Rights of Micmac Indians in the Province of Nova Scotia, submitted to Premier Gerald Regan by the Union of Nova Scotia Indians, 1976 Printed, 45 pages.
3. Year-End Report of the Native Communications Society, 1977. Photocopy, 8 pages.
4. The Micmac News, December 1976, containing the Nova Scotia Micmac Aboriginal Rights, Position Paper presented to the Government of Canada by the Union of Nova Scotia Indians. Newsprint, 44 pages.
   5.Resolutions presented by the Indian Bands in Nova Scotia to the Government of Canada respecting aboriginal rights. Typescript, 10 pages.
5. Union of Nova Scotia Indians papers; typescript, 17 pages: Recommendations from Stuart Killen, 1977; Secretary-treasurer's Report, 1976-1977; Vice-President's Reports, 8th annual assembly, 1977; Agenda, 8th annual assembly 1977.
6. Letter of welcome to seminar members from chief Peter Paul, Esksaoni enclosing a copy of the Position Paper presented to the minister of Indian Affairs, 1977. Original and photocopy, 14 pages.

Fonds consists of a handwritten notebook of Mi'kmaw hieroglyphic writing, with an attached English translation of prominent Mi'kmaw hieroglyphics.The following is written inside the notebook: "Capt. Simon Denny, Eskasoni, CB, N.S. Presented by: J.D. MacPherson, Supt. Indian Agency, Eskasoni, CB. N.S. Written by: Frank Nevan, Eskasoni, CB. N.S."

File consists of a handwritten notebook of Mi'kmaq hieroglyphics, with an attached English translation of prominent Mi'kmaw hieroglyphics

File consists of a handwritten notebook of Mi'kmaq hieroglyphics.

Item is a video recording which celebrates three of folk music's legends: Acadian fiddler Eddy Poirier, Cape Breton Scottish piano player Doug MacPhee, and Mi'kmaw artist and elder, Sarah Denny, and combines performances from open air concerts, old fashioned square dances and a Mi'kmaw mawiomi with the thoughts and feelings of the performers.
Eddy Poirier : fiddling from the Acadian heart --
Doug MacPhee : a legacy of music --
Sarah Denny : keeper of the culture.

File consists of an audio recording of Marshall Sr.'s funeral. Glen Billoway describes the funeral service held for Grand Chief Donald Marshall Sr.: number of people attending (1500); ceremonial dress worn; celebrants
of the funeral service and ceremonial garb worn by priests. Glen describes the event as a "coming together of native and non-native" and names local politicians, dignitaries in attendance, and talks about the colour guard supplied by the Knights of Columbus. Excerpt from the service itself as Noel Doucette, an elder, talks about his close relationship with Donald Marshall Sr. and relates an anecdote to describe the character of the late
Grand Chief. Another excerpt from the funeral service features Walter Denny Jr., quoting a letter about the Grand Chief written by his widow, Caroline. He further mentions a sealed letter from Marshall to be passed
on to the Grand Council - probably containing Marshall's recommendation for new Grand Chief. Glen talks about food served at the funeral, and closes with a violin tune written by Patricia Chafe Nauge and preformed by Winnie Chafe, "For the Love of My Father."

Item is a report of the history of this Cape Breton fishing village and its surrounding area. Particular reference made to Mi'kmaw settlement halfway between Gabarus and Forchu known as "Indian Point." The report states
the Mi'kmaw name for Gabarus is "Gabalosk." These Mi'kmaw helped defend Louisbourg. To locate this item at the Beaton Institute, use the following sequence: "Report - Towns and Villages - Gabarus - Title of Item
requested."

Fonds consists of correspondence. Gabriel Sylliboy was a Mi'kmaw chief from 1918-1964.

File consists of an audio recording of violin selections including a medley of Scottish tunes and jigs. Lee Cremo plays a medley of jigs.

File consists of an audio recording. Joseph L. MacDonald, Boisdale tells a story of an encounter between Cameron and a Mi'kmaw.

File consists of reproductions of the Reserve General Registrar; includes permits to reside on Reserve, 1882-1968.

Item is a report written for Dr. Richard MacKinnon's FINA107 at UCCB. To locate this item at the Beaton Institute, use the following sequence: "Report - Housing - Title of Item requested."

File consists of an audio recording of the Festival of Fiddlers held in Glendale, Cape Breton. Joe Googoo of Whycocomagh plays a selection of strathspeys and reels, with Joey Beaton on piano; Frankie Googoo of Whycocomagh plays a selection of march, strathspeys and reels.

Item is a pamphlet explaining the activities, programs and goals of the Native Council of Nova Scotia.

Item is a reproduction of a photograph of the memorial stone of three Googoo children - all victims of a fire in 1972 - buried in Catholic cemetery at Whycocomagh.

Item is a paper by Patrick Johnson, submitted to Richard MacKinnon's Folklore 100 on April 28, 1987. To locate this item at the Beaton Institute, use the following sequence: "Report - Micmac - Title of Item requested."

Item is a prayer book that includes the Stations of the Cross and Prayers in Mi'kmaq with French titles, c.1900.

Item is a reproduction of the article published in the Scientific Monthly, Feb., 1924, vol. 18, no. 2, p. 144-148.

File consists of an audio recording of a discussion of Mi'kmaw religious rituals; this was recorded at Xavier College, George Street, Sydney.

Item is a study of the Eskasoni Reservation, which outlines population figures, health programs, housing and facilities, water supply and sewage disposal, vehicles, hospital and health services, and recommendations. To locate this item at the Beaton Institute, use the following sequence: "Report - Health Care - Title of Item requested."

Item consists of three photocopied news articles on the history of marble mountain. "History of Marble Mountain" The Oran, 26 August 1987. "History of Marble Mountain - Continued from Last Week" 2 September 1987. "History of Marble Mountain - Continued from Last Week" 9 September 1987.

Item is a history of the use of Mi'kmaw hieroglyphics for religious instruction; mentions role of Fathers LeClerq, Maillard, Kauder, and Pacifique, prayers, instructions, psalms, and hymns in Mi'kmaw ideograms.

Item is a history of the use of Mi'kmaw hieroglyphics for religious instruction; mentions role of Fathers LeClerq, Maillard, Kauder, and Pacifique, prayers, instructions, psalms, and hymns in Mi'kmaw ideograms.

Item is a history of the use of Mi'kmaw hieroglyphics for religious instruction; mentions role of Fathers LeClerq, Maillard, Kauder, and Pacifique, prayers, instructions, psalms, and hymns in Mi'kmaw ideograms.

Item is a history of the use of Mi'kmaw hieroglyphics for religious instruction; mentions role of Fathers LeClerq, Maillard, Kauder, and Pacifique, prayers, instructions, psalms, and hymns in Mi'kmaw ideograms.

Item is a history of the use of Mi'kmaw hieroglyphics for religious instruction; mentions role of Fathers LeClerq, Maillard, Kauder, and Pacifique, prayers, instructions, psalms, and hymns in Mi'kmaw ideograms.

Item is a history of the use of Mi'kmaw hieroglyphics for religious instruction; mentions role of Fathers LeClerq, Maillard, Kauder, and Pacifique, prayers, instructions, psalms, and hymns in Mi'kmaw ideograms.

Item is a history of the use of Mi'kmaw hieroglyphics for religious instruction; mentions role of Fathers LeClerq, Maillard, Kauder, and Pacifique, prayers, instructions, psalms, and hymns in Mi'kmaw ideograms.