Indigenous Peoples Experience - Fort Edmonton Park

Indigenous Peoples Experience

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We invite you to visit the award-winning Indigenous Peoples Experience at Fort Edmonton Park. Gather and explore life through the diversity of First Nations and Métis peoples' histories, cultures, experiences, and perspectives, local to Indigenous life in the Beaver Hills, or Edmonton region.

*Please note that only the Indigenous Peoples Experience will be open. 
All other Fort Edmonton Park attractions will be closed. 

Gates open at 9:30am, the exhibit opens at 10am 
& closes promptly at 5pm

Free Shuttle Service
July 25 & 26 at 9:30am to 5:30pm

Routes: 
Charters will run every 15 minutes from West Edmonton Mall (WEM)
 & the University of Alberta (UNI) to Fort Edmonton Park

WEM Charter Location: 
175 Street at 90 Avenue in the eastbound lane

UNI Charter Location: 
University Transit Centre Bus Bay B at Bus Stop #2002 

Drop off & pick up near the main entrance to 
Fort Edmonton Park

The Indigenous Peoples Experience was created through consultation with MOU Partners, the Métis Nation of Alberta, and the Confederacy of Treaty Six First Nations, alongside Elders and community members. The exhibit explores the rich cultures of local First Nations and Métis Peoples while encouraging guests to seek out truths lived by Indigenous Peoples before and after Canada’s founding. This opportunity to uplift Indigenous communities comes at a critical time in Canada’s reconciliation with Indigenous people. It is the first exhibit of its kind in Canada. 

These stories, teachings, and memories have been passed through millennia. They reflect a rich and resilient history and deep connection to the land and seasons. Whether in Cree, Dene, Anishinaabe, Nakota, Blackfoot, or Michif, this shared knowledge is timeless. It does not just exist in the past. It is here today.