Explore the Blackfoot story in Waterton Lakes National Park.
Learn our stories, our language, and our history.
Paahtomahksikimi, meaning “Inner Sacred Lake,” is a cultural centre operated by the Blood Tribe, a member of the Blackfoot Confederacy. Located in Waterton, the Centre shares the history, language, and culture of the Blackfoot people, who have lived on and cared for this land since time immemorial.
Our Land, Our Story
Waterton sits in the heart of Blackfoot territory, and the Blackfoot people have lived here since time immemorial. Visit the Centre to learn about our history, language, and culture, told from our own perspective.
Supporting Blackfoot Artists
Our in-person store carries work purchased directly from artists across the Blackfoot Confederacy. Stop in and take home something made with real story and skill.
Visit Our Centre
Stop in, meet our team, and experience the Centre for yourself. Find our hours, location, and how to book a visit or group tour.
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