Experience Indigenous Culture in Whistler
Guided tours, cultural exhibits, Indigenous cuisine, and authentic art.
We proudly invite you to connect with us and learn about our rich and distinctive Sḵwx̱wú7mesh and Líl̓wat7úl cultures. Our people are deeply connected to this land — come experience the mountains, rivers, and forests through our stories.
Hourly Guided Tour
What We Treasure
Hourly** from 10am – 5pm, last tour starting at 4pm
Experience the SLCC’s signature tour featuring artifacts, songs, and stories shared by Cultural Ambassadors. Learn about the Squamish and Lil’wat Peoples’ past and present way of life.
Allow approximately 60–90 minutes for the full visit.
Specialty Exhibit Tour
Wisdom of the animal people
November 1, and November 6 – January 31
11am and 3pm (**Replacing the What We Treasure Tour)
Experience this specialty tour of the feature exhibit and hear how animals play important roles in Sk̲wx̲wú7mesh and Líl̓wat7úl cultures, and the many ways we honour them through clothing, artwork, stories, songs and dances, and as important educational tools, sharing history, morals and values with our children.
Museum Admission Rates
Admission includes a Signature Guided Tour, and full access to all exhibits.
Adult
$ 25.00Senior (65+ yrs.)
$23.00Family Pass*
$ 50.00Child (6-18 yrs.)
$ 12.00Child (5 yrs. under)
FreeIndigenous Peoples*
Free
Visiting during our renovation period? See below for special Renovation Savings on admission, retail and membership offers.
Important Notes
- * Family Pass includes admission for two adults and up to two children (6-18), each additional child receives 15% off applicable admission.
- Rates are subject to 5% GST and are quoted in Canadian Funds.
- Admission is free for members of the Squamish Nation, the Lil’wat Nation, and Indigenous Peoples upon presentation of a valid Status Card.
- Rates are subject to change.
- Regular Hours of Operations are Tuesday – Sunday (Closed Monday). Occasionally we close early for private events, plan your visit by checking the early closure notices below.
Regular Hours of Operation
Museum and Gift Shop
Open Tuesday to Sunday, 10 am – 5 pm (Closed Mondays)*
Thunderbird Cafe:
Open Tuesday to Sunday, 10 am – 4 pm (Closed Mondays)*
*Upcoming Special Hours
Thursday October 29: Museum closing at 4pm, Gift Shop and Cafe closing at 3pm
Saturday November 7: Museum & Gift Shop closing at 3pm, last tour at 2pm, Thunderbird Café closing at 2pm
Wednesday November 11: Museum, Gift Shop and Café closed
Friday November 13: Museum, Gift Shop, and Café closed
Saturday November 21: Museum and Gift Shop closing at 4pm, Cafe closing at 3pm
Renovations: See further details and savings below
Sunday November 1: Museum open 10 am – 5 pm, Gift Shop and Thunderbird Café closed for renovations
November 2 – 5: Museum, Gift Shop, and Thunderbird Café – Entire SLCC closed for renovations
November 6 – December 31: Wednesday – Sunday, 10am – 5pm (Closed Monday & Tuesday)
During this period, the museum’s two upper floors will continue to feature regular exhibits, experiences, and guided tours. The Gift Shop will be temporarily located in the Longhouse, and the Thunderbird Café food truck will be on the Mezzanine Patio, with seating available in the Longhouse. The online Gift Shop will remain open throughout renovations, offering our regular collection with shipping available. See Renovations Savings below, and to read more visit our blog post SLCC Renovations: What Visitors Need to Know
Holidays:
Thursday December 24: Museum & Gift Shop closing at 3pm, last tour at 2pm, Thunderbird Café closing at 2pm
Friday December 25: Museum, Gift Shop and Thunderbird Café closed
Saturday December 26: Museum, Gift Shop and Thunderbird Café closed
Thursday December 31: Museum & Gift Shop closing at 2pm, last tour at 1pm, Thunderbird Café closing at 1pm
Friday January 1: Museum, Gift Shop and Thunderbird Café closed
Renovation Savings
November 6–December 16, 2026
While we refresh our spaces, we invite you to visit and enjoy special renovation pricing and savings.
- Museum Admission: Adults and Seniors $20; Children and Youth (18 and under) $10; Family Pass $40.
- Gift Shop and Thunderbird Café: Save 15%** in the Gift Shop and Cafe when purchasing Museum Admission (**excluding books, pantry goods, and consignment art).
- Memberships: Save 10% on all NEW memberships during our November Membership Drive.
Thank you for your support as we refresh our spaces. We look forward to welcoming you to the SLCC!
What to Expect
- Hourly guided tours
- Cultural exhibits
- Indigenous café on site
- Art gallery and gift shop
Featured Exhibits
Make it a full SLCC experience
Enjoy Indigenous cuisine and browse authentic art during your visit.
The Thunderbird Café and Gift Shop are open to the public and are located on the lower level inside the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre, in the admission-free area. Please note renovation changes above for November 1 – December 31.
Thunderbird Café
Fuel your visit with Indigenous-inspired flavours at the Thunderbird Café.
Enjoy fresh, locally sourced meals, traditional bannock, and house-made treats in a relaxed setting with mountain views.
Hours:
Open Tuesday to Sunday, 10 am – 4 pm (Closed Mondays)
Gallery & Gift Shop
Discover authentic Indigenous art, jewelry, and gifts at the SLCC Gift Shop.
Explore handcrafted items by local Indigenous artists and take home a meaningful piece of Squamish and Lil’wat culture, in person or online.
Hours:
Open Tuesday to Sunday, 10 am – 5 pm (Closed Mondays)
Location
The Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre is located in Whistler, British Columbia, at 4584 Blackcomb Way in Whistler’s Upper Village.
Parking
Limited parking is available onsite; additional parking is available along Blackcomb Way (2 hours max street parking) and in the Day Lots on Lorimer Road.
Wheelchair Accessibility
Our Cultural Centre is wheelchair accessible and we have wheelchairs onsite available for guests to use. Please contact the SLCC prior to your visit or ask for the chair at our admissions desk upon arrival.
Language Maps
Exhibit maps are available in French, Chinese, Dutch, German, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese and Spanish. Request your copy at the admissions desk upon check in.
Annual Membership
SLCC also offers an annual membership, which gives you free admission for a year and half price for your guests. Get 20% savings on Gift Shop purchases (excluding books and consignment inventory) and 15% savings on Thunderbird Cafe purchases, plus invites to exclusive Member Events. Please note renovation savings above for our November Membership Drive.
Adults
$ 49.00Family Pass*
$ 85.00Couple
$ 80.00
Legends of the Land
11am
This summer, experience storytelling unique to the Legends of the Land Exhibit in Gallery 2 including the Owl and the Wild Women of the Woods.
Interpretive Forest Walk
3pm
Walk through the forest with Cultural Ambassadors and discover the plants, land, and stories that shape Indigenous knowledge. A guided experience in nature rooted in Squamish and Lil’wat traditions.
Offered seasonally from May through September.