30 May National Indigenous History Month at the SLCC
National Indigenous History Month
Celebrate National Indigenous History Month during June with the spirit of Skw̲xw̲ú7mesh and Líl̓wat7úl at the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre in Whistler. Connect with Cultural Ambassadors as they share interpretive forest tours, craft workshops, live carving, art, performances, craft, storytelling, and guided tours of the museum – Whistler’s authentic Indigenous experience.
National Indigenous History Month provides a platform to share the authentic experiences of the Squamish Nation and the Lil’wat Nation, inviting visitors, residents, businesses, and employees in Whistler to engage with the distinctive cultures of these nations. The SLCC’s immersive cultural tours and craft offerings, along with feature exhibitions such as Ta na wa Yúus ta Stitúyntsam̓ / skel7áw̓lh and the Declaration of the Lillooet Tribes, provide an opportunity for guests to authentically connect with the land and its people. Throughout June, guests can participate in a variety of experiences, including the Holistic Tour and Indigenous Tea Offering, Craft Workshops, and guided tours of the Salish Forest.
On Friday, June 21 – National Indigenous Peoples Day, a variety of engaging cultural experiences will be available, including an Artists Market, Artist demonstrations, Curator Tours, storytelling and cultural sharing performances, the Salish Summer Carving Series log blessing and live carving with Lil’wat Artists Jonathan Joe and Redmond Q̓áwam̓ Andrews, live comedy, and craft activities, with free admission provided by Proud Partner CIBC and programming supported by the Resort Municipality of Whistler. Lululemon partners in presenting Yoga in the Istken Hall for the summer solstice and Whistler Film Festival partners on an Indigenous short film series in the Theatre.
Immerse yourself in learning through the two feature exhibitions – Ta na wa Yúus ta Stitúyntsam̓ / skel7áw̓lh in Gallery 3 and the Declaration of the Lillooet Tribes in Gallery 2. The Salish Summer Carving Series will begin Friday, June 21 with a log blessing and living carving will be at the entrance to the SLCC all summer until Sunday, September 1. Explore authentic First Nations artwork and keepsakes in the Gallery and Gift Shop, and enjoy Indigenous-inspired cuisine at the Thunderbird Café.
Evolve E-Bike Share is partnering with the SLCC to launch Indigenous art displayed on 20 Evolve E-Bikes in Whistler throughout summer. Evolve E-Bike Share worked with Squamish Nation Artist Chief Ray Natraoro (Ses Siyam) and Lil’wat Nation Artist Redmond Q̓áwam̓ Andrews, who collaborated on the Spo7ez story as an inspiration for their designs. Evolve has an e-bike parking zone in front of the SLCC, encouraging riders to start or end their trips at the Centre, showcase Indigenous culture on their journey around Whistler and continue listening and learning at the SLCC.
The Travelling Exhibition “UNCEDED: S7ULH TEMÍXW / TI TMICWKÁLHA / Our Land – A Photographic Journey into Belonging,” created and curated by the SLCC will be displayed in the lobby at the Hyatt Regency Vancouver throughout the month of June offering guests and visitors the opportunity to see environmental portraiture of Nation members on the territories of the Sk̲wx̲wú7mesh and the Líl̓wat7úl.
Throughout June across Canada – National Indigenous History Month brings an opportunity to learn about the unique cultures, traditions, and experiences of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis. A time to hear their stories, and honour the achievements, and resilience of Indigenous Peoples who have lived on this land since time immemorial and celebrate their presence today. The SLCC is proud to be the heart of the authentic Indigenous experience of the Skwxwú7mesh and Líl̓wat7úl – the original peoples of the shared territories in Whistler.
Celebrate National Indigenous History Month during June and become a Member of the SLCC. Support the SLCC’s cultural revitalization efforts through its Membership Drive celebrating the extraordinary contributions of the SLCC Ambassadors, honouring the distinctive presence of the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh and Lil̓wat7úl, and contribution to the unique and diverse cultures of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples throughout Canada. Annual Membership offers guests a chance to connect throughout the year, and provides benefits such as unlimited free admission, half-price admission for guests, and savings in the Gift Shop and Thunderbird Café, while also contributing to meaningful employment, training, and cultural revitalization programs for the Squamish Nation and Lil’wat Nation. Become a Member – sign up at SLCC.ca/member
We raise our hands to our supporters:
Proud Partner CIBC, Resort Municipality of Whistler, Government of Canada, Evolve E-Bike Share, Whistler Cornucopia, Lululemon Whistler, Whistler Film Festival, and Hyatt Regency Vancouver.
Programming in June
Open Tuesday – Sunday (Closed Monday*) *Open Monday July 1
June 1 – 30, Tuesday – Sunday, 2pm Interpretive Forest Tour
Sunday, June 2, 3pm – Braided Deer Hide Cuff Workshop
Thursday, June 6, 3pm – Dreamcatcher Craft Workshop
Saturday, June 8, 10am – 12pm – Holistic Tour & Indigenous Tea Offering
Sunday, June 9, 3pm – Dreamcatcher Craft Workshop
Saturday, June 15, 10am – 12pm – Holistic Tour & Indigenous Tea Offering
Sunday, June 16, 3pm – Medicine Bag Craft Workshop
Thursday, June 20, 3pm – Mini Drum Craft Workshop
Friday, June 21, 10am – 5pm – National Indigenous Peoples Day
FREE ADMISSION gratefully provided by Proud Partner CIBC and programming by the Resort Municipality of Whistler
See full programming at slcc.ca/nipd
Saturday, June 22, 10am – 12pm – Holistic Tour & Indigenous Tea Offering
Sunday, June 23, 3pm – Mini Drum Craft Workshop
Thursday, June 27, 3pm – Braided Deer Hide Cuff Workshop
Sunday, June 30, 3pm – Paddle Rattle Workshop
Monday, July 1:
FREE ADMISSION gratefully provided by the Resort Municipality of Whistler
Programming coming soon
Check back for more updates, and registration for workshops.
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