Woodland Cultural Centre
184 Mohawk St. N3S 2X2 Brantford, ON, Canada

"I create art because it’s a way for me to connect with my culture. My inspiration comes from my late grandfather, Victor Mowatt. I use Northwest Coast form line in every work I accomplish. My goal as an artist is to create unique First Nations art. My work signifies the past, present and future." - Michelle Stoney This incredible work was created by Indigenous Artist Michelle Stoney, @mstoneyart from British Columbia and donated to our Free Colouring Book project at the beg...inning of the pandemic in March 2020. It been a favourite among community members, tagging us in their colourful works. We encourage you to support these artists during these challenging times. Even with a tag and follow and some friendly words of how their art has impacted you. Our goal with the colouring book was to bring a community at home together, and give us all a creative outlet through these stunning designs. Nya:weh/Thank you to all the artists that made this possible. Type: "Link" in a comment for the download link to the PDF colouring book. Show us your art work by tagging us in your masterpieces!

Provincial Lockdown COVID-19 Update: Woodland Cultural Centre offices and museum are closed to visitors until February 10, 2021 as a precautionary measure due to COVID-19. We will update with new information as it is made available. We are still reachable via email, website and social media to assist you.... Make sure to subscribe to our emails to get all updates sent to your inbox. http://wcc.subscribemenow.com

This is a photograph of the upper floor of the former Mohawk Institute Residential School. Before the #SavetheEvidence campaign started this massive renovation project, many parts of the building were damaged, crumbling and in a state of disrepair. As we approach the finish line of construction, we want to thank everyone that helped us get this far. Every donation, every virtual tour, every brick saved... has made a difference and we are so close! ... Join us Jan 20th at 7pm to get a walk through this historical space and hear the stories from Survivors themselves about what life was like at the Mush Hole. Don't miss our next Save the Evidence E-Newsletter in February. Subscribe your email to make sure you stay plugged into the updates http://wcc.subscribemenow.com

Today's Indigenous Word of the Day is in both Mohawk and Cayuga. "I'm happy." Mohawk - wakatshennón:ni... Cayuga - agatsno:ni: Do you know how to say it in any other languages? This photograph was taken during our Onkwehonwe Festival in 2019 by photographer Ian R. Maracle. Dancing is one thing that always brings joy and happiness. What makes you happy?

Double your Donation to Save the Evidence!? On December 1, 2020 for one day only, the Dufresne-Ray Fund will be matching donations that come in through CanadaHelps. SPECIAL CONTEST ANNOUNCED: http://woodlandculturalcentre.ca/giving-tuesday-2020... Hit the share button below and spread the word! Nya:weh/Thank you!

Even though our Museum is closed for Remembrance Day, we wanted to bring you inside to a display you may not have seen recently. These Indigenous soldiers left their marks in the tunnels of Vimy Ridge. Read the story of Jacob Silversmith, a student at the Mohawk Institute Residential School here on our website: https://woodlandculturalcentre.ca/the-mohawk-insti-vimy-ri/... Book your self guided tour on our website and read the other stories within this display. We acknowledge those that fought for all of us on this day of remembrance and the many Indigenous soldiers who not only volunteered, but were vital in many battles. Do you have a story to share too? Lest we not forget.

Wadrihwa November 2020 Edition now available Digitally and will be sent to the 3500 supporters on our E-Newsletter list this afternoon Don't get our email updates yet? Type "EMAIL" in a comment and our staff will send you the link to subscribe. ... The Wadrihwa was first published by the Woodland Cultural Centre in 1985 and remained a treasured resource for Indigenous culture, art and history for all of the surrounding communities. The newsletter was known for sharing the stories of the Centre and keeping the community engaged in all of the incredible programming available. The word Wadrihwa is a Cayuga word meaning Spread the Word or Spread the News and we hope this this Newsletter will be a resource used by many to help us do that. The goal of the Wadrihwa is to share the resources of the Woodland Cultural Centre with everyone who wants to learn and give you a glimpse inside of the many departments and programs available. Wadrihwa Highlights: - Message from Executive Director Janis Monture - Covid-19 Response and Protocols - Witness Blanket comes to Woodland Cultural Centre - Free Colouring Book Pages - Giving Tuesday Matching Donor Announced and Special Contest Type "email" to add yourself to our E-Newsletter list and don't miss this recent update from all of us at Woodland Cultural Centre.

Wow! Nya:weh/Thank you. What an honour to be announced as one of ABA's "Best of the Best". Remember we are open with timed admission tickets available on our website http://woodlandculturalcentre.ca/admission

Next week is our final Virtual Tour of 2020! Thousands of people have now seen the online virtual tour of the former Mohawk Institute Residential School and the feedback has been overwhelming. "Knowing what happened to the Indigenous, the first people on Canadian land, will make me think of Canada differently for a very long time." - Anonymous Grade 7 Student... Book your ticket for this final screening and help us share with others that may be interested! https://woodlandculturalcentre.ca/mohawk-institute-residen/