Raven design earrings
22k gold and abalone shell inlay

��The home I have in mind for Bill�s work is intimate, following his creative journey chronologically, and set in the context of the Haida art of the past that will be an inspiration to current and future artists,� Dr. Martine Reid writes. �There is magic to a single artist�s show, and a facility dedicated to one artist allows an exploration of the man and his contribution on a broad scale.�

The Facility will display and explain the life of Bill Reid, exhibit his work, describe the legacies he left, and do so in the context of his times and culture. Several pieces from earlier Haida artists will provide artistic and cultural contexts for the permanent exhibit.

One gallery will be dedicated to displaying visiting exhibits of the work of artists who inspired Bill Reid and who were inspired by him and his culture; or by those whose work meets the artistic standards of the ��well-made object� which his work represents.

It is intended that the Facility will become an educational and cultural centre, which will be an inspiration to its visitors and accessible to young and emerging artists. It will be designed and operated to continue the legacy of Bill Reid in building bridges between First Nations and other peoples, and provide research space, a reference library, and an auditorium.

It is envisioned that the Collection will return from its international Tour to open the Facility in downtown Vancouver in January 2007.