By Dave Branco

Body Modification

Piercing Through Time: UNBC Students Take a Stab at Anthropological Body Modification

Nov 19, 2024 | 12:46 PM

PRINCE GEORGE – The stigma associated with body piercing often stems from cultural norms and prevailing stereotypes. However, body piercing has deep historical and cultural significance. The anthropology department at UNBC is holding an exhibit highlighting piercing practices throughout history, illustrated through graphic design.

This week, students are setting up an exhibit at UNBC. The exhibits will feature student research and the travelling exhibit “Piercing,” courtesy of the Musée de I’Homme Paris, France.

According to researchers, body piercing today has different meanings and narratives.

“ We have the first evidence of piercing was about 46,000 years ago in Australia. And so we know that all cultures have been modifying their bodies. You know, this is our this is our our canvas. Our body has been the canvas to communicate and express.”

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Dr. Shauna LaTosky

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The exhibit examines the historical practice of body piercing with aboriginal communities along the Pacific Northwest.

The free exhibits start on Wednesday, November 20th, at the Robert Frederick Gallery at UNBC. It’s open to those interested in learning more about the anthropology of body modification, mainly focusing on body piercing.

For more information regarding the exhibit, contact shauna.latosky@unbc.ca

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