About Us

The Ojibwe Cultural Foundation was created to preserve and revitalize the language, culture, arts, spirituality, and traditions of the Anishinaabe People of the Mnidoo Mnising (Manitoulin Island) and surrounding areas. We dedicate ourselves to nurturing the expression of Anishinaabe culture in all forms, so our art, language, stories, songs, and teachings flourish now and remain strong for future generations

Located in M'Chigeeng First Nation the 11,000 sq.ft. facility is home to a Museum, Public Art Gallery, Gift Shop, language resources, healing lodge, and a performance amphitheater.

We welcome all who wish to experience the authentic expression of the Anishinaabe language, culture, and spirituality. Visitors can also see the timeless and beautiful heritage art forms of skilled Anishinaabek artisans including, porcupine quill boxes, ash and sweetgrass baskets, and antler carvings.

From ancient scrolls depicting the attainment of Anishinaabe spiritual knowledge, to the legacy of the Residential School System, the museum presents unique and culturally authentic interpretations of Anishininaabek history, cultural practices and beliefs.

Exhibits include many internationally recognized artists from Manitoulin Island and across northern Ontario. Traditional woodlands art styles, as well as contemporary indigenous art from established and emerging Anishinaabe artists who bring forth an exciting blend of traditional and modern art forms and mediums that eloquently express the evolving nature of the Anishinaabek artistic vision.

The original Ojibwe Cultural Foundation est. 1974.