EXPLORE: FIRST NATIONS

The Cowichan received its name from the Coast Salish Tribes that originally populated the area. Quw’utsun’, which means "The Warmland" was the name given to this area, where the climate was warm and the natural harvests and fish were bountiful. The rich culture, the arts and culture and the history of the First Nations people that settled in the area are evident throughout the region.

Coast Salish Journey Watch traditional Coast Salish Native carving demonstrations in this unique gallery in the heart of historic Cowichan Bay village. Call 250-748-1399

Hill's Native Art Featuring the work of over 700 native artists. Visit Website

Judy Hill Gallery & Gifts Northwest Coast native art beautifully displayed, unique items, jewellry and custom carving - Duncan area Visit Website

Quw'utsun' Cultural and Conference Centre The Centre offers all guests an authentic First Nations Experience - Interpretive Tours, Traditional Art Work and Native Food. The Quw'utsun' Cultural and Conference Centre is located in the Cowichan Valley, 45 minutes from both Nanaimo and Victoria in the southeast corner of Vancouver Island. See and learn traditions still practiced today. Visit Website

Totem Tours Current statistics show that Downtown Duncan’s biggest draw to visiting tourists is its totem poles, one of which is the widest in the world. It is for this reason that there are free guided walking tours of the totems in the downtown area. Visit Website

   

TO DO IN JULY

> Khowutzun Pow Wow

> Cowichan Bay Artwalk

> Duncan Summer Festival

> Farmer's Market

> Market in the Square

> Go To Events Calendar

 

	PHOTO GALLERY

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