Woodland Cultural Centre is excited to announce our lineup of Spring Break workshops for youth ages 6+
Looking for a way to engage your kids in Indigenous Education during Spring Break this year, without having to leave your home?
Our education staff invites you and your family to participate in various workshops, crafts, and virtual tours over the Spring Break April 12-16, 2021. The beaded corn cob keychain will be available for youth 13+ to teach them the medicine of beading and also the significance of corn. We will also be offering the pinch pot workshop for the younger children ages 6+. During the week we will have 3 screenings of our virtual tour of the Mohawk Institute Residential School at various times.
Craft kits will be supplied, and spots are limited so register today.
Workshops will be set with a 25 person capacity to ensure our team can assist all participants. If you are looking to book these tours for larger groups outside of this scheduled event please contact tours@woodlandculturalcentre.ca
Monday, April 12, 2021 – 10AM Mohawk Institute Virtual Tour $10
The virtual tour video was created with local production company Thru the Reddoor, and it follows the guide, Lorrie Gallant, as she gives a tour of the former Mohawk Institute Indian Residential School. During the video, Lorrie provides the history of the institution over its 140 year history. Viewers will get to see the different rooms in the school, from the girls’ and boys’ dormitories, the cafeteria, laundry room, and other rooms throughout the building, as well as hear interviews from five Survivors of the Mohawk Institute. (Ages 13+)
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Tuesday, April 13, 2021 – Corn Cob Keychain Workshop at 1PM & 7PM $13
Join us virtually for our Spring Break Workshop and learn how to make corn cob keychains with beads and leather. We will share the significance of corn and guide you step by step. Craft Kits are available. (Ages 13+)
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Wednesday, April 14, 2021 – 7PM Mohawk Institute Virtual Tour $10
The virtual tour video was created with local production company Thru the Reddoor, and it follows the guide, Lorrie Gallant, as she gives a tour of the former Mohawk Institute Indian Residential School. During the video, Lorrie provides the history of the institution over its 140 year history. Viewers will get to see the different rooms in the school, from the girls’ and boys’ dormitories, the cafeteria, laundry room, and other rooms throughout the building, as well as hear interviews from five Survivors of the Mohawk Institute. (Ages 13+)
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Thursday April 15, 2021 – Pinch Pot Workshop at 10AM & 1PM $13
Join us virtually for our Spring Break Workshop and learn how to make pinch pots out of clay with our Educational Coordinator. Craft Kits are available. (Ages 6+)
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Friday, April 16, 2021 – 10AM Mohawk Institute Virtual Tour $10
The virtual tour video was created with local production company Thru the Reddoor, and it follows the guide, Lorrie Gallant, as she gives a tour of the former Mohawk Institute Indian Residential School. During the video, Lorrie provides the history of the institution over its 140 year history. Viewers will get to see the different rooms in the school, from the girls’ and boys’ dormitories, the cafeteria, laundry room, and other rooms throughout the building, as well as hear interviews from five Survivors of the Mohawk Institute. (Ages 13+)
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If you have issues booking online please contact tours@woodlandculturalcentre.ca to book your spot via email.
