Guide displaying a traditional skin drum.
The interior of the heritage park. Contains various Mi'kmaq structures and items.
Open Gallery

Sydney & Area

About

Experience Mi’kmaw culture on a guided tour, see a traditional birch bark canoe and wigwam, and hear stories and teachings from Membertou.

Enjoy ancient displays and an introductory video that provides insights into Mi’kmaw traditions. Depending on the day, your tour may also include a Traditional Mi’kmaq Drumming and Chanting demonstration or a game of Waltes, a Mi’kmaq Dice game. Be sure to stop by Petroglyphs Gift Shop, where you’ll find authentic arts and crafts to remember your time in Unama’ki (Cape Breton).
Package Includes:
  • Guided tour of Membertou Heritage Park to connect with Mi’kmaw culture, stories, and traditions.
  • 10% off at Petroglyphs Gift Shop, specializing in Indigenous arts and crafts from across Canada with a wide selection of Mi’kmaq works made locally in Atlantic Canada.
Offered: year-round, Monday – Friday
Price: $12.00 per person / $10.00 for seniors aged 55+ & youth 16 and under
To book your tour package, please call Membertou Heritage Park at 902-567-5333 between 9:00am- 4:30pm.

Accessibility*
Wheelchair accessible
*Please contact for specific accessibility access

Location & Contact

35 Su'n Awti, Sydney, Nova Scotia

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