Hide Tanning Demonstration & Teachings

Step into a powerful cultural tradition and witness the transformation of raw hides into beautifully tanned leather using ancestral methods. Experience the art of traditional hide tanning in this hands-on demonstration led by Alberta Land-based Education. Guided by Indigenous knowledge keepers, you’ll learn about the cultural importance and ancestral techniques of tanning hides using natural methods. Watch the process unfold, ask questions, or try it for yourself—and don’t miss the chance for kids to take home their own mini hide tanning kits to continue the learning at home