Treaty 7 Celebrations

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For the second year in a row, Blackfoot Crossing Historical Park (BCHP) will participate in Alberta Culture Days. Siksika Nation will proudly welcome this recognition, as it will highlight Blackfoot culture as a vital part of Alberta’s broader cultural identity. Alberta Culture Days will once again align with the anniversary of the Treaty 7 signing and National Truth and Reconciliation Day, making BCHP’s involvement an important step toward advancing truth and reconciliation.

Visitors will experience a meaningful cultural program, with highlights including:

Elders Sharing Stories: Blackfoot Elders will share wisdom, stories, and teachings on the importance of preserving Blackfoot traditions for future generations.

Dancing and Performances: Elders, community members, and visitors will gather to enjoy traditional Blackfoot music and dance performances, celebrating the vibrant cultural heritage of Siksika Nation.

Workshops and Tours: Guided programs both in the museum and on the grounds

Games: Traditional Hand Games

This commemoration will be more than a celebration—it will be an opportunity to walk among history, connect with the strength of Blackfoot ancestors, and experience how Blackfoot culture continues to enrich Alberta’s cultural identity.

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Blackfoot Crossing Historical Park

Blackfoot Crossing Historical Park, located on Siksika Nation where Treaty No. 7 was signed, is Canada’s largest Indigenous-owned museum and a National Historic Site dedicated to preserving and sharing the culture, history, and traditions of the Siksikawa (Blackfoot people). Guided by its vision to be a world leader in celebrating Blackfoot heritage, the Park’s mission is to protect this sacred site, honour ancestors, and create a place of learning, cultural exchange, and reconciliation. Its core values—respect, truth, cultural integrity, stewardship, and education—shape its role as both a community gathering place and an international destination.