Celebrating Indigenous Arts & Culture

Empowering Voices, Enriching Heritage

About Us

The Sweetgrass Arts and Music Society is devoted to promoting and preserving the rich arts and culture of Indigenous peoples on Salt Spring Island, BC. We provide a platform for Indigenous artists and musicians to showcase their talents and share their stories, fostering a deeper appreciation and understanding of our heritage. Our society aims to create a welcoming space where community members can feel safe and accepted, while encouraging the generation of new ideas and the strengthening of our community.

Community Outreach

We engage with local communities to promote cultural heritage and provide support for indigenous artists through various programs and initiatives.

Cultural Workshops

Our workshops provide immersive experiences where participants can learn about indigenous crafts, music, and traditions directly from skilled artisans.

Art Exhibitions

We organize art exhibitions that highlight the creativity and talent of indigenous artists, bringing their work to a broader audience.

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Support Indigenous Creativity

Art and music provide a space to create dialogue. So important in reconciliation.
Sherry
Artist
https://www.sweetgrassartsandmusicofsaltspringisland.com/

Attending the cultural gatherings are a transformative experience. The hands-on learning and direct interaction with the artists are truly incomparable.
Michelle
Cultural Explorer

Beading with Aunty.
Max

Salt Spring Island, 161 Cranberry Road, Salt Spring Island, BC, Canada

We are a non profit community organization dedicated to fostering friendship, breaking down barriers by creating community through art, music, story telling and cultural experiences. Colonialism has caused such division amongst our First Peoples, it is time we came together which has always been our way.

We offer beading circles, music events and art events, art making, cultural camp, story telling and more. BIPOC, Two Spirit and LGBTQ+ persons are welcome and safe within our community.

Music, Event Planning

We love creating music and art events for all ages to enjoy. Music and art create a platform for not only friendship, but for healing and creating inclusiveness. One of our goals is to create an Indigenous Arts Festival here on Salt Spring Island. Image above from the Native Art Renaissance Foundation as part of The Art Talks at Art Vancouver 2024.

Culture Camps

We offer beading circles, art making, eco printing, nature walks, campfire circles, drumming and singing.