Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre

Exhibitions & Tours

The Cultural Centre displays both permanent and temporary exhibitions which showcase the many aspects of the Squamish and Lil’wat cultural history, traditions and practices from ancient times to modern day. Daily, guided tours and seasonal, feature tours are also included with general admission.

Permanent Exhibit

What We Treasure

The permanent exhibit is dedicated to the core of the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation) and Líl̓wat7úl (Lil’wat Nation) culture; ceremony, language, regalia, and stories told through different mediums. They honour the legacy of their Ancestors by creating objects vital to their culture and each piece is infused with the history of their families. The collection features baskets, blankets, canoes, carvings (also known as totem poles), drums, tools, and regalia (traditional clothing).

Hourly Guided Tours

These guided tours are offered on the hour, every hour, from 10 AM – 4 PM daily. Friendly Cultural Ambassadors from both the Squamish and Lil’wat Nations share their culture and knowledge in this immersive cultural centre. The hourly guided tour includes a traditional welcome song, fifteen minute film and exhibit tour. General Admission includes access to the galleries and exhibits throughout the main level (Great Hall) and mezzanine, and guided forest walks at 2 PM. After the tour, guests are encouraged to revisit areas of the museum that piqued their interest.

Other Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre highlights include:

• Permanent and temporary exhibits from the Squamish and Lil’wat Nations
• Seasonal Live Demonstrations of weaving, carving, cedar prepping, and other cultural regenerative activities
• An outdoor Lil'wat Istken (earthen dwelling) and Squamish Longhouse
• An interpretive forest walk along the Salish Stroll, available from May to September
• Hands-on activities with SLCC Cultural Ambassadors. One-on-one, led crafts where you make your own medicine bag, dream catcher, drum, and other traditional crafts. Throughout the process, Ambassadors share the stories and significance of the craft. Offered seasonally, or through special events or private tours.
• A theatre showcasing a 15-minute film
• Whistler’s largest First Nations gift shop, offering products authentic and unique to the Squamish, Lil'wat, and other First Nations peoples of Canada
• Thunderbird Café, an indigenous-inspired eatery in the SLCC’s admission-free area
• The gift shop and Thunderbird café can be accessed without paying the admission fee to the SLCC, making it the perfect place to pick up a memorable Whistler gift

Admission

• Adult (26-64): $25
• Child (6-18): $12
• Child (5 and under): Free
• Family Pass (2 adults and 2 children under 18 years): $50

When to Visit

Whistler Cultural Pass – $40 per person

The Whistler Cultural Pass provides access to the Audain Art Museum as well as the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre at a reduced price.

Please note that the Audain Art Museum is closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays and the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre is closed on Mondays. Passes can be used up to 6 days after your reservation date.