Community Events
Nuyumbalees Cultural Centre first opened its doors in 1979 as a condition of the repatriation of the Sacred Potlatch Collection. Since then, we have hosted thousands of visitors who come to learn our traditions and hear our stories. We hope that you will join us.
Photo Courtesy of Jim Smith
Photo Courtesy of Jim Smith
Photo Courtesy of Jim Smith
Photo Courtesy of Jim Smith
Sacred Salmon Ceremony
Saturday, June 18, 2016
Village of Cape Mudge
​​
​The salmon has sustained our communities since time immemorial, their importance woven into our history and stories and their image reflected throughout our carvings and artwork. We honour their importance by acknowledging their arrival and offering our gratitude for the sacrifice they make to nourish us.
In doing so, we pay respect to our ancestors who ensured through their spiritual connections to the harvest, that our peoples would survive now and for generations to follow.
Nuyumbalees Dinner & Art Auction
Village of Cape Mudge​
April 2, 2016
Tickets: $75
​
As a registered non-profit society, Nuyumbalees relies heavily on our donors and supports. The Annual Dinner and Art Auction is a lively event proudly supported by local artisans including Brad Assu, Darren Blaney, Jessica Chickite, Bill Henderson, William Henderson, Mark Henderson, John Henderson, Tom Hunt, Mike Price, Gail Rankin and Curtis Wilson.
Return of the Assu House Posts
October 10, 2015
Nuyumbalees Cultural Centre
​​
After more than 87 years away, Chief BIlly Assu's House Posts were returned from the Canadian Museum of History. A public ceremony was held to mark the occassion and all guests were invited to join the community for the feast which followed.
The two-twenty foot poles anchor the "The Man Behind the Masks - The Life and Legacy of Chief Billy Assu" exhibit inside the Centre.