Recognize the diverse histories, heritage and cultures of First Nations, Inuit and Métis in Canada during the ceremonial opening of the Indigenous Medicine Garden at the King Heritage Cultural Centre. The free event—featuring Indigenous speakers, artists and drummer—takes place on Saturday, Jun. 14 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Celebrate Indigenous culture with Drummer Rollin Baldhead, along with inspiring words from medicine women Tanya Gluvakov and Asha Frost. Tour the space and experience the Butterfly “Memengwaa” Trail Marker by artist Donald Chretien, now proudly installed at what will be the heart of the new Indigenous Medicine Garden.
The garden provides space for connection, reflection, gathering and reciprocity. “It is a place to gather, learn, and share knowledge,” says Tanya Gluvakov, founder and owner of Roots and Raven and partner of the event.
Contribute to the Indigenous Medicine Garden by planting soil and designing your own garden stones, which will become part of the living installation.
Free admission, food, and refreshments. Drop-ins welcome.
The Truth & Reconciliation mural (located on the museum’s east-facing exterior wall) is still a work-in-progress and will be unveiled closer to National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
Free on-site parking at the King Heritage and Cultural Centre is available but limited. Overflow street parking is available behind the site.
Learn more at kingheritageandculture.ca.
