Wanuskewin Heritage Park

Wanuskewin Heritage Park is committed to advancing the understanding and appreciation of the evolving cultures of Northern Plains Indigenous Peoples. The park offers educational, spiritual, historic, and cultural programming and ceremony. The park is committed to land conservation and the preservation of northern Prairie Grasslands.

Where to find us:

Location

RR #4 Penner Road

Saskatoon, SK

S7K 3J7

(306)931-6767

Hours:

9: 30 am to 5 pm, 7 days a week.

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Where to find us:

What we need:

Financial gifts

Wanuskewin encompasses many facets, and gifts to the park can support various important initiatives. Donations can help appropriately compensate Elders, as well as dancers, singers, drummers, and other specialists for their contributions. Gifts can also support land-based projects, such as providing seeds for our Friendship Garden or funding upgrades to equipment. Additionally, donations can aid in bison care, including feed, paddock maintenance, and other resources to ensure their well-being. Support is also needed for the support of existing programs and the development of new programs.

What we need:

Volunteer time:

Wanuskewin has grown to offer unique and meaningful opportunities for volunteers to connect with the land, its stories, and the rich cultural legacy it represents. Volunteers play an essential role in supporting our mission, contributing in various ways to ensure we continue to serve the community. Whether it’s helping maintain our native Prairie Grasslands through invasive weed removal, assisting with cultural and community events, or participating in park initiatives like our ‘Stewards of Wanuskewin” program, volunteers are an integral part of our success. By dedicating their time, volunteers not only support Wanuskewin’s work but also gain a deeper understanding of Indigenous cultures, traditions, and the importance of preserving the land for future generations. We welcome individuals and groups who are eager to learn, engage, and make a lasting impact.

How you can help

Financial Donations

Thank you for your support – please donate through our website.

Receipts are automatically generated and emailed to donor.

Item Donations

Our resource management team appreciates gardening supplies like sheers, clippers, gloves, shovels, buckets, and other personal protection equipment.

More Ways to Help

Please visit our website at this link for additional ways to help: Support

More about us

Community Impact

Wanuskewin is a gathering place. We offer educational programming for students, meeting spaces, tours, and other resources that build cultural capacity. Cultural capacities include opportunities to eat country foods, engage in ceremony, communicate with Elders, and explore Indigenous music, art, and dance. When able, Wanuskewin also shares resources with other organizations. For example, donations received on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation were donated to the Survivor’s Circle – an organization dedicated to the support of those impacted by Canada’s Residential School System.

Financial Breakdown

Wanuskewin offers multi-faceted programming: curriculum-based programs, field school for archaeology students, experience based learning for Sask Poly-Tech Tourism Students, public engagement, art gallery tours, museum interpretation, land-based learning, bison walks, cultural performances and ceremonies. Wanuskewin sits on 741 Acres of native prairie grasslands, and community support allows us to maintain a sustainable, responsible and resilient land management program. Donations also help us maintain the stewards of this land.

Our Philosophy

Wanuskewin aims to advance the understanding and appreciation of the evolving cultures of Northern Plains Indigenous Peoples. Wanuskewin aims to be a living reminder of the peoples’ sacred relationship with the land. We aim to do this by honoring the Elders, demonstrating innovation & creativity, by bridging cultural understanding, upholding high ethical standards, partnerships, sustainability & stewardship of the land, authenticity, mutual respect & trust, spirituality, exceptional service, and to celebrate diversity.

Programs and Services

We offer educational programming focused on traditional knowledge, storytelling, and history. For example, land-based guided tours led by cultural interpreters. Dancers, singers, drummers, and other experts often teach at the park as well. Elders, knowledge holders, and community members also offer expertise at the park in various capacities. Indigenous markets, conferences, and other community events are also hosted at Wanuskewin, as well as important cultural events like National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, and National Indigenous Peoples’ Day.