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September 10, 2021<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Multicultural Council Unveils Carrousel of the Nations Mural<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n Windsor, ON<\/b><\/span><\/span> \u2013 The Multicultural Council of Windsor and Essex County (MCC) unveiled their very first Carrousel of the Nations Mural today at Devonshire Mall.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n Made possible in part by the Government of Canada, the mural recognizes the multi-<\/span><\/span>award-winning event and its 45+ year history of celebrating culture in Windsor-Essex.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n \u201cSince its inception in 1976, Carrousel has showcased Windsor-Essex as one of the most diverse regions in Canada.\u201d Said Kathleen Thomas, Executive Director. \u201cEthnocultural villages across the community have spent decades celebrating culture and treasuring traditions for all to enjoy. As a result, Carrousel has become one of the oldest and most beloved festivals in the country. The MCC is proud of its role as founder and organizer of Carrousel and appreciates every volunteer, sponsor and visitor who has contributed to its longevity and success. This mural is a celebration of everyone who has every played a part in making Carrousel an important part of this community\u2019s history.\u201d<\/i><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n Designed by local artist David Creed, the mural measures 16\u2019 x 28\u2019 and will be on display at Devonshire Mall. The digital design reflects the spirit of Carrousel and is made up of nearly ten thousand photographs captured at Carrousel over the years.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n \u201cThe mural had to be energetic, colourful, historical, memorable and interactive. After working through about 40 designs, I felt this one truly spoke to the festival\u2019s history.\u201d said local artist David Creed. \u201cWe are such a diverse community. All of us live and work with each other and just so happen to have wonderful cultural backgrounds that can be shared with our neighbours. To me, it\u2019s like a great history class that we will all get to take and enjoy\u201d.<\/i><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n The mission of the Multicultural Council is to \u2018create a welcoming community for all through education, community engagement and the promotion of diversity and equality\u2019. Carrousel\u2019s role in making the region welcoming and inclusive – is unmatched.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n \u201cFor nearly five decades Carrousel of the Nations has provided an opportunity for people in Windsor-Essex to gather together to learn about and celebrate the many different cultures that make our region unique,\u201d said Allison Johnson, MCC President and Chair of Carrousel of the Nations. \u201cThe food, art, entertainment and exhibits Carrousel village volunteers share each year support the MCC in its mission to create a welcoming community for all.\u00a0 We look forward to continuing this tradition and welcoming everyone back to Carrousel of the Nations in person when it is safe to gather together again, but in meantime, we are proud to share this mural of Carrousel memories with our community.\u201d<\/i><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n To view the mural in person, visit <\/span><\/span>www.devonshiremall.com<\/span><\/a> for mall hours. View the mural online at <\/span><\/span>www.carrouselofnations.com<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n