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Events

The Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre is an exquisite events venue in Whistler, hosting SLCC cultural workshops and community events, and is also available to host private events, meetings, conferences, and wedding receptions and ceremonies.
Holiday Craft Workshops
Join us for craft workshops in December, where you can experience immersive teachings, and take home your own piece, or give it to a loved one this holiday season.

Braided Hide Cuff

Braided Hide Cuff Bracelet Craft Workshop

Thursday, December 19, 3 pm

Join us to unlock the secrets of braiding with a single piece of leather, mastering the ‘magic braid’ or ‘mystery braid’ to fashion your own Cuff Bracelet. This technique, known as the 3-part inside trick braid, leaves both ends of the bracelet intact.

16" Salish Drum

16″ Salish Drum Making Workshop

Saturday, December 21, 10 am

Make a beautiful traditional Salish hand drum using deer hide and a cedar frame.

Medicine Bag Craft Workshop

Saturday, December 21, 3 pm

Use buckskin, beads and hide lacing to craft a handmade medicine bag!

Paddle Rattle

Paddle Rattle Workshop

Sunday, December 22, 10 am

Make a wooden paddle rattle using wooden pre-cut wood and copper beads.

Cedar Paddle Necklace

Paddle Necklace

Sunday, December 22, 3 pm

Put together a cedar paddle necklace with pre-cut cedar paddles. Use beads to decorate the necklace and make it your own. The canoe paddle is a symbol of the journey and the spirit of unity and team work.

FEATURE EXHIBITS

Chief Dan George Exhibition SLCC

Chief Dan George – Actor and Activist

Open July 10, 2024 – February 2, 2025

Explore the life and legacy of Tsleil-Waututh Chief Dan George—leader, writer, performer, and advocate for First Nations people. A Touring Exhibition created by MONOVA: Museum and Archives of North Vancouver.

To learn more visit  slcc.ca/chief-dan-george

Sister Poles at the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre in Whistler

Salish Summer Carving Series 2024

The SLCC welcomes guests to see the new Lil’wat Story Pole carved by Master Carver Jonathan Joe, Apprentice Redmond Q̓áwam̓ Andrews, and Todd Edmonds, at the entrance to the SLCC on Lorimer Road in Whistler, where it now stands alongside the Squamish House Post carved by Xwalacktun and Brandon Hall of the Squamish Nation in 2023.

To learn more visit  slcc.ca/carving/

Declaration of Lillooet Tribes Exhibition

Declaration of the Lillooet Tribes

Open May 10 – Dec 1, 2024

This exhibition shares the history of the Chiefs of eleven communities that came together to sign the Declaration of the Lillooet Tribes, on May 10, 1911. These St̓at̓y̓emc Nation communities including the Lil’wat Nation share the same culture and language with Southern, Northern, and the Lakes dialects, and they gather together each year to celebrate Declaration Days.

To learn more visit  slcc.ca/exhibits/declaration/

Go Whistler Tours App featuring the Art and Storytelling of the Skwxwu7mesh and Lil'wat7ul.

SLCC Storytelling Featured in Go Whistler Tours App
The SLCC is proud to share authentic art and storytelling through the Go Whistler Tours App – created by Tourism Whistler and the Resort Municipality of Whistler. Thoughtfully curated by SLCC Curator Mixalhítsa7 Alison Pascal, the Art & Storytelling of the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh and Líl̓wat7úl – walking tour weaves its way through the Village to nine locations that are culturally significant to the Squamish Nation and Lil’wat Nation starting at and returning to the SLCC.

To learn more visit slcc.ca/slcc-go-whistler-app/

Tours

Knowledgeable Cultural Ambassadors share their cultural teachings with guests during guided tours; visit our Group Tours page for more information.

Thunderbird Cafe Ambassador presenting Salmond Chowder and Bannock

Thunderbird Café

Discover our unique style of modern First Nation’s cuisine such as bannock, salmon and venison. Visit the Thunderbird Café.

Gallery & Gift Shop

Discover our unique selection of First Nations merchandise ranging from handcrafted works of art, to home accents, clothing and accessories, jewellery, pottery, baskets, books and souvenir merchandise. Visit the Gallery & Gift Shop.

Weddings and Events

Weddings at the SLCC are some of the most spectacular; learn more about our venue as your wedding location by visiting slcc.ca/weddings.

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