The feature exhibit shares how traditional knowledge and history were passed down from generation to generation through stories. Guests can experience storytelling, bold artwork, petroglyphs and pictographs showing the connection to the land of the Sk̲wx̲wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation) territory and the Lil̓wat7úl (Lil’wat Nation) territory. Continuing the tradition of ancestors, these stories tell meaningful connections to the land, anchoring families to specific areas throughout time and strengthening their identities.
Beginning May 10, 2025, throughout spring and summer, Cultural Ambassadors will share a special feature Legends of the Land Tour at 11 am, beginning with a welcome song, and live storytelling within the exhibit space in Gallery 3, and is included with admission.
To learn more visit slcc.ca/legends
Join us at the Whistler’s Children’s Festival, hosted by Arts Whistler on May 16-18. Enjoy a fun-filled weekend of family activities, including Songs and Raffia Rope Making with Cultural Ambassadors at the Maury Young Arts Centre, as well as an adventurous visit along the Cultural Connector.
Date and Time:
– Saturday, May 17, 1 pm and 3 pm
– Sunday. May 18, 1 pm and 3 pm
Location: Maury Young Arts Centre
Date and Time: Saturday, May 17, 10 am and Sunday, May 18, 10 am
Location: Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre
Cost: Admission by Donation / Members Free
Join a guided Cultural tour led by our Ambassadors, featuring an engaging storytelling session about the Bear, Wolf, Eagle, and Raven. Children will learn the significance of each animal and reflect on which spirit resonates with them most. This activity provides a fun and meaningful way for young learners to connect with Indigenous teachings and cultural values.
Date and Time: Saturday, May 17, 3 pm, and Sunday, May 18, 3 pm
Location: Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre
Cost: Admission by Donation / Members Free
Explore the forested trail behind the SLCC on a clue-filled scavenger hunt that introduces local plants and cultural teachings. After the stroll, kids can enjoy a playful Language Board Game to learn Squamish and Lil’wat words. This interactive experience offers a fun way for children to connect with the land, language, and culture.
Register on arrival at the front desk.
This tour begins with a traditional welcome song inside the Cultural Centre followed by a fifteen minute film. Afterwards, guests visit our Interpretive Forest Trail, the Salish Stroll, where a knowledgeable Cultural Ambassador provides insight into the local flora and fauna in our shared territory. Guests will learn how the Nations used them for food, in our teas as preventative medicine, and how we transformed some into useful tools. This tour provides a glimpse of how our ancestors lived, and it showcases our intimate connection with our land.
Cost: Included with Museum Admission
Date and Time: 3 pm, Tuesday – Sunday during May and September, 7 days during June, July, August
This tour replaces the hourly What We Treaure Tour. Occasionally, we close early for private events, plan your visit at slcc.ca/visit
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/
Open May 10 – Spring 2025
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/
To learn more visit slcc.ca/slcc-go-whistler-app/
Knowledgeable Cultural Ambassadors share their cultural teachings with guests during guided tours; visit our Group Tours page for more information.
Discover our unique style of modern First Nation’s cuisine such as bannock, salmon and venison. Visit the Thunderbird Café.
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 at the SLCC are some of the most spectacular; learn more about our venue as your wedding location by visiting slcc.ca/weddings.
