THE LAND
way̓
A salutation meaning Hello and Goodbye in nsyilxcən.
It is pronounced like saying the word ‘white’ without the ‘t’.
OPEN 7 Days a Week
9AM - 4PM
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We recommend 1.5-2 hours
to fully experience what the Centre has to offer.
SELF GUIDED DESERT WALKS
9 AM - 3PM
We love animals! But for safety, pets aren't permitted on our trail. Thank you for understanding
Way'. Welcome. You are invited to experience more than just a visit – join us in exploring and learning about our lands, our legends, and our people. Witness legends come to life in two immersive multi-sensory theatre experiences. Discover the “Living Lands” outdoor exhibit and sculpture gallery. Breathe in the wild sage along our network of walking trails and enjoy the breathtaking view from the Chief’s Lookout. Step inside a reconstructed village and immerse yourself in the vibrant, living culture of the Osoyoos Indian Band.
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The Nk’Mip Desert Cultural Centre (pronounced in-ka-meep) is a state-of-the-art interpretive center, an architectural marvel thoughtfully integrated into the hillside. Its extensive indoor and outdoor exhibit galleries create a fun and interactive learning environment, featuring hands-on displays, educational stations, and two captivating multi-media theatre experiences. Discover the fascinating stories of Canada’s only desert and experience the rich, living culture of the Okanagan people.
PLEASE DRESS APPROPRIATELY FOR A WALK IN THE DESERT.
WATER, HATS AND COMFORTABLE FOOTWEAR ARE ESSENTIAL!
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Completed in 2007, this 1,600 acre desert conservation area – the largest remnant of the Great American Desert- is one of Canada’s most endangered places. Stewarding for its protection, the The Osoyoos Indian Band wanted a place with purpose. Here you can Discover the desert ecology and wildlife, Hear the legends of Sen’klip (Coyote) in two multi-sensory theatres, Meet interpreters who give daily trail walks. See eye-to-eye with a Western Rattlesnake. Experience the beauty of Nk’mip’s sage and antelope-brush desert environment.
All the Cultural Centre’s educational program pass knowledge, restoring the great divide of First Nation’s youth and their culture. The architectural expression pushes the boundaries of First Nation’s architecture. Far too often Aboriginal design is visually inferred by times past, while Nk’Mip deliberately celebrates a culture’s present. As advocates for the expression of pluralism through design we’re grateful for all we learned from The Sylix people, and hope The Nk’Mip Desert Cultural Center inspires First Nation’s youth to join the place-making expression.
