Cultural Craft Workshop

Experience one of the most authentic Indigenous cultural workshops in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories. Join a hands-on Cultural Craft & Traditional Experience Workshop, led by a local Indigenous artist, and explore the traditions, teachings, and stories of the North.

Create your own Dreamcatcher, Mini Drum, or Medicine Wheel while learning about their cultural significance. This immersive experience offers a meaningful opportunity to connect with Dene culture and engage in hands-on cultural learning.

No prior experience is required. This workshop is designed to be welcoming, educational, and accessible for participants of all ages and skill levels.

Workshop Options

Monday / Wednesday / Friday / Sunday

• 10:00 AM | Dreamcatcher Workshop
  Design and weave your own Dreamcatcher in Yellowknife and learn its sacred role in protecting against negative dreams and energies.
• 1:00 PM | Mini Drum Workshop
  Craft a traditional Mini Drum, symbolizing the heartbeat of Mother Earth and the rhythm that connects all living beings.

Tuesday / Thursday / Saturday

• 10:00 AM | Fish Cleaning & Bannock Making Experience (Currently not available)
  Learn traditional Northern food preparation techniques, including fish cleaning and bannock making. This hands-on experience provides insight into everyday Indigenous life, food traditions, and cultural practices in the North.

• 1:00 PM | Medicine Wheel Workshop
  Create your own Medicine Wheel, representing balance, healing, and connection to the four sacred directions.

Why Join Our Cultural Workshop in Yellowknife?

This authentic Indigenous cultural experience in Yellowknife is perfect for solo travelers, families, and small groups seeking a meaningful and hands-on connection to Northern traditions.

Take home more than a souvenir — take home a story, a connection, and a deeper understanding of Northern Indigenous culture.