Indigenous artists in urban areas, whalers in the Arctic, bison hunters on the Great Plains or mask carvers on the northwest coast – NONAM invites you on a short journey through the great North America. The museum highlights the diversity of Indigenous nations, past and present, and offers exciting insights into the art forms and cultures of First Nations, Inuit, Native Americans, and Native Alaskans.
Honouring Our Future. Yukon First Nations Graduation Regalia
from April 5th 2025
Fashion meets Tradition as Yukon First Nations celebrate high school graduation and the departure into the future. It‘s a significant moment for the graduates when they are celebrated by their communities, dressed in Graduation Regalia. For months and years in advance, families and friends come together to create the garments for their children, grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. Regalia is much more than festive clothing; it is deeply rooted in the traditions of the cultures and tailored to the body and soul of its wearers. Graduation Regalia tells the story of the significance of personal and cultural identities, the appreciation of education, and hopes for the future. Honouring Our Future celebrates the rich cultural heritage of the First Nations in the Yukon!
An exhibition by the Yukon Arts Centre, curated by Lisa Dewhurst.
Move. Indigenous Nations in Motion
Until 17 August 2025
Snowshoes, surfboards, bows and kayaks, we know them well. They encourage sports and exercise and turn leisure time into social media-ready events. Kayaks glide silently across rivers and lakes, snowshoes carry you through magical, snow-covered landscapes and surfboards provide the ultimate thrill in the surf. Lacrosse is becoming increasingly popular, even in Switzerland. But where do they all come from? Why where they invented in the first place? And what do sports have to do with reconciliation? If you want to find out, join us in Move!
