The Historic Sites Association of Newfoundland and Labrador celebrated the 500th Anniversary of Cabot's arrival at Cape Bonavista by purchasing a collection of 30 unique clay sculptures by Joan Parsons Woods.

Woods, a Newfoundland-born artist, created these colourful vignettes as a way to show her children and grandchildren aspects of life in Newfoundland. Each sculpture is approximately 1 foot square to 2 feet square in size, and depicts memories from her family’s experiences.

Sea Captains, mummers, the old grocery store, the Garden Party at Government House, blueberry picking and family boil-ups are all depicted.

The collection, called Newfoundland - A Place Called Home; Special Memories of Joan Parsons Woods, has travelled across the province. The complete collection is not on display at this time, but different pieces can be seen in the Heritage Gallery, 309 Water Street.

For more information or viewing hours, contact (709) 739-7994.