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Drums
The drums are made from animal hides and are typical of those used in ceremonies and celebrations. The white, red, black, and yellow paint on one drum represents the four colours of humankind working together to protect and care for the earth. The feathers help move the air and carry prayers to the Creator and…
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Secwépmc Territorial Marker
This polished stone is a carving by Secwépemc artists Rob and Ron Tomma and Mike Peters is a territorial marker. Territorial markers are significant rock formations that often represent boundaries or guides around areas. These Markers can also represent places of mythological or historical occurrences. These formations use the stseptékwll(oral traditions, legends, ancient stories) to…
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Wall drum, Hexagonal
The “Wall Drum, Hexagonal” is a piece created by the late Tk’emlups te Secwépemc artist Dave Seymour. The hexagon shaped drum features traditional and current activities of Secwépemc people. It also incorporates stories and animals from the nation. The art is acrylic on canvas, and hangs in the House of Learning. The drum is a…