Sparrow, Debra (1956 - )

Culture/Community

Musqueam

Biography

Debra Sparrow, or θəliχʷəlʷət (Thelliawhatlwit), is a Musqueam weaver, artist and knowledge keeper, self-taught in Salish design, weaving and jewellery making. Debra is featured in the MOA Museum Note "Hands of Our Ancestors" and sometimes creates weavings with her sister, Robyn Sparrow. Her work can be seen in various museums and institutions in Canada and the US, including MOA and the YVR airport.