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6 6 Tourism London, Canada ONDON IS SITUATED ON the traditional lands of the Anishinaabek, Haudenosaunee, Lūnaapéewak and Attawandaron. The three Indigenous Nations neighbouring the city are the Chippewas of the Thames First Nation, Oneida Nation of the Thames and the Munsee-Delaware Nation who all continue to live as sovereign Nations with individual and unique languages, cultures and customs.Want to learn more about the Indigenous history of the area and admire First Nations art? We’ve compiled a few of London’s top Indigenous tourism offerings for you to enjoy. LINDIGENOUS TOURISM:EXPLORING THE LAND & HONOURING TRADITIONSWhat is now known as the city of London was founded in 1826, however the London region has been inhabited for over 10,000 years.Ska-Nah-Doht Village and MuseumThe Museum of Ontario Archaeology Explore moreWhen downtown, be sure to check out the stunning murals by Hawlii Pichette (Urban Iskwew) in Market LaneA gift shop showcases local First Nations crafts, while the surrounding 155 acres of Carolinian forests offer 10 kilometers of accessible hiking trails, wetland boardwalks and pavilion and picnic areas. The museum also provides a space for birdwatching and wildlife observation.The Museum of Ontario Archaeology offers a rich exploration of Indigenous heritage and culture through its displays. The museum delves into Southwestern Ontario's human history spanning 13,000 years. Explore permanent, traveling and virtual exhibitions and visit the Quill Box Gift Shop for local First Nations art, books, clothing and souvenirs. Don't miss the Lawson site, the original footprint of a First Nations village from 500 years ago, once home to 2,000 people year-round. With programs and tours suitable for all ages, the museum makes learning about archaeology an engaging experience for everyone.KNOWLEDGE SHARING THROUGH THE ARTSTourism London’s Welcome Centre at 696 Wellington Road offers up a unique setting for an Indigenous Art Gallery by local artists including Annette Sullivan, Brenda Collins, Chandra Nolan, Mike Cywink, Oscar Marroquin-Ponce, Renee Jewell and Steve Maracle.Their artwork represents various themes that speak to Indigenous worldviews and experiences and are created from diverse materials including textiles, beadwork, cedar, porcupine quills, birch bark, acrylic and glass.There are also two mosaic murals installed on the south exterior wall that feature a Medicine Wheel and Two Row Wampum to signify the ongoing and historical relationship of the local First Nations communities to each other and to the surrounding communities. The murals help to situate visitors to the city and locals alike to the traditional territory of the Indigenous peoples. MUSEUMS AND EXHIBITSSka-Nah-Doht Village and Museum, nestled within Longwoods Road Conservation Area just 30 minutes west of London, offers a window into Haudenosaunee life from a millennium ago. Guests can explore 18 outdoor exhibits offering insight into the rich culture of First Nations peoples. With its longhouse village and Resource Centre displaying artifacts and conservation efforts, visitors immerse themselves in Indigenous history.