Visiting the Park
People have been coming to Wanuskewin for thousands of years. In order to help us protect the natural environment we request visitors stay on the trails, put litter in the marked receptacles and refrain from picking flowers and plants.
We hope you enjoy your visit and that you will have the opportunity to return to Wanuskewin many times.
Spiritual Renewal
Rejuvenate your soul and spirit at Wanuskewin. On the edge of the prairie where Opimihaw Creek flows into the South Saskatchewan River, the First Peoples found peace in a place that has changed very little over thousands of years. Since then, countless generations have returned to the valley to feast, seek help from healers, dance Read More…
Find Us Here
Follow the buffalo. Wanuskewin Heritage Park is located 5 kilometers (20 minutes) northeast of Saskatoon city centre, along the South Saskatchewan Riverbank. 3 kilometres north of 51st Street East on Wanuskewin Road then 2 kilometers east of Wanuskewin Road on Penner Road Click on the following link to view digital map View Google Map Having problems finding Read More…
Archaeological Wonders
Intensive archaeological research began in 1982. To date there are 19 pre-contact sites to be found within the valley and two historic sites making this region the longest running active archaeological site in Canada. The archaeological sites found within Wanuskewin Heritage Park include numerous habitation sites; four bison kills sites, a tipi ring site, and Read More…
Tipi Lodging
“Pe kapaysik Miykowapi” (Come and Spend the Night) For more than 6,000 years, the Northern Plains gathered on this site of natural beauty where today visitors can relive stories of a people who came here to hunt bison, gather food and herbs, and escape the winter winds. Wanuskewin is pleased to offer our visitors overnight accommodation in Read More…
Park at a Glance
The word Wanuskewin (Wah-nus-KAY-win) is Cree for “living in harmony” or “seeking peace of mind”. It is an appropriate name for a place to which people have returned for thousands of years to learn from others about the land and its sacred relationship with the people; share stories, teachings and ceremonies; and to hunt the great bison Read More…
Wanuskewin Restaurant
Wanuskewin Heritage Park features First Nations cuisine with a modern flair. We take great pride in our First Nations delicacies made from scratch each and every day incorporating local and regional ingredients. With an unbeatable atmosphere, warm, friendly staff and a unique sense of culture, Wanuskewin Heritage Park is the perfect place to come for Read More…
Wanuskewin Gift Shop
Welcome to Wanuskewin Heritage Park Gift Shop the place to shop for authentic First Nation traditional handmade artworks. We opened our doors in June 1992 promoting products and items made by First Nations artisans. Today, we now showcase 900 square feet of amazing handmade items such as earrings made from horn or beautifully hand-beaded soss bags or moccasins, Read More…
In the Galleries
Admission at the door. For more information call 931-6767 GREAT HALL Mistatim – I Honour You July 19th, 2011 - July 19th, 2012 The relationship between man and the horse changed the lives of the Plains First Nations people. The change of mode of transportation, from dog, to horse, increased mobility and brought about greater Read More…
Cultural Programming
Wanuskewin Heritage Park showcases First Nation artisan demonstrations, workshops and performances all year long. During the summer months dance performances take place daily and on Saturday and Sunday during the off season. You are encouraged to ask questions about culture, dance, regalia and anything else you might be curious about. The dance presentations are different from day Read More…