Event Round-Up | National Indigenous History Month

Get ready for an explosion of Indigenous arts, music, storytelling and learning in the downtown core

EDMONTON CITY CENTRE MALL | UNCEDED: VOICES OF THE LAND

UNCEDED is a multimedia experience exploring Indigenous architecture, creation, joy and resilience. There’s so much packed in the space behind the JCat mural on the first floor of the Downtown Mall, we simply had to write about this limited-time experience. Read about UNCEDED.

WHEN: Every weekend until June 21, 11 AM – 5 PM
LOCATION:
10200 102 Avenue
COST:
$25 and under. Get 30% off with code NIHM30

EDMONTON CITY CENTRE MALL | WEEKEND POP-UP MARKET

Meet local Indigenous artists at IAM Collective’s Weekend Pop Up Market. Each vendor provides authentic, hand-crafted products that showcase Indigenous culture, talents and history. Visit for a chance to learn more about Indigenous art and pick up some unique gifts!

WHEN: Every weekend until June 21, 11 AM – 5 PM
LOCATION:
10025 102A Avenue
COST:
FREE

STANLEY MILNER LIBRARY | VISIT KOKUM LORETTE GOULET

Join Kokum Lorette Goulet, Stanley Milner Library’s Elder in Residence, for an evening of learning about Indigenous culture, protocol and processes. People of all backgrounds are welcome! And don’t worry if you miss this one—Kokum Lorette hosts biweekly programs throughout the year.

WHEN: June 12, 5 PM – 7 PM
LOCATION:
7 Sir Winston Churchill Square
COST:
FREE

STANLEY MILNER LIBRARY | TEA WITH MÉTIS CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICES

Looking for something crafty? Join the Métis Child and Family Services Society at the teepee to try your hand at Métis crafts and learn more about the Society’s important work in the community.

WHEN: Every Wednesday and Thursday in June, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
LOCATION:
7 Sir Winston Churchill Square
COST:
FREE

STANLEY MILNER LIBRARY | MICHIF LANGUAGE WITH DAN CARDINAL

Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity! Come learn the rich history of Michif, the language spoken by the Métis people, from expert Dan Cardinal. Discover its French and Cree origins, and its importance, past and present, all within an authentic teepee.

WHEN: June 19 + 26, 10 AM – 12 PM
LOCATION:
7 Sir Winston Churchill Square
COST:
FREE

STANLEY MILNER LIBRARY | PÎYÊSÎW WÂSKÂHIKAN OPEN HOUSE AND COMMUNITY TEA

Curious about what services Stanley Milner Library has for Indigenous peoples? Stop by PÎYÊSÎW WÂSKÂHIKAN to learn about the Edmonton Public Library’s Indigenous Services and Elders in Residence program. This is also a great opportunity to see the stunning art and construction of PÎYÊSÎW WÂSKÂHIKAN up close, and learn more about what the space has to offer.

WHEN: June 20, 2 PM – 4 PM
LOCATION: 7 Sir Winston Churchill Square
COST: FREE

ART GALLERY OF ALBERTA | NATIONAL INDIGENOUS PEOPLES’ DAY

Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples’ Day with an afternoon of guided tours, performance and crafts at the Art Gallery of Alberta. You can learn about ribbon skirts with artist Veronica McRae before trying your hand at creating a ribbon skirt lapel pin, then join a tour of the all-new Reciprocity Garden to learn its origins and the Cree names for the flora and fauna.

WHEN: June 21, 12 PM – 5 PM
LOCATION: 
2 Sir Winston Churchill Square
COST: 
FREE with donation

THE BACKYARD | INDIGENOUS PEOPLES’ DAY CONCERT

Featuring Michelle Joly and YNG Bear, GEN7Path is bringing you an afternoon of music, movement and meaning. Enjoy live music, storytelling and dancing that honours the resilience and beauty of Indigenous peoples. Everyone is welcome to share in the celebration and healing.

WHEN: June 21, 12 PM – 2 PM
LOCATION: 10004 103A Avenue
COST: FREE for Elders | $10 for children | $20 general