Indigenous Arts and Crafts

This Indigenous Arts and Crafts group is dedicated to preserving and celebrating the rich cultural heritage of the Noongar people from the Perth region. Offering a variety of culturally specific art and craft-based activities, providing educational and immersive experiences, deeply rooted in our ancestral traditions.

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This Indigenous group is dedicated to preserving and celebrating the rich cultural heritage of the Noongar people from the Perth region. Offering a variety of culturally specific art and craft-based activities, providing educational and immersive experiences, deeply rooted in our ancestral traditions.

Indigenous Arts and Crafts and more Activities:

  • Kep Barna and Ninni Ngingyaans Sensory and Sand Tables: Engage in tactile exploration with specially designed sensory and sand tables, which offer a unique way to connect with traditional Noongar practices and the natural elements of the land.
  • Scratch Art Boomerangs: Learn the ancient art of boomerang making and decorating. Participants can create their own scratch art designs, which tell stories of the land, the sky, and ancestral beings.
  • Turtle Making: Delve into the craft of turtle making, a significant totem for many Noongar families. This activity teaches the symbolic meanings behind the turtle and its importance in Noongar culture.
  • Ochre Face Painting: Experience the traditional practice of ochre face painting. Using natural ochres, participants learn about the cultural significance of different designs and colors, and how they are used in ceremonies and storytelling.
  • Bushtucker Tasting: Taste and learn about the diverse range of native foods used by the Noongar people for thousands of years. This activity offers insights into traditional bush tucker, its nutritional values, and its uses in contemporary Noongar cuisine.
  • Smoking Ceremony Learning Experience: Witness and participate in a traditional Noongar smoking ceremony. This powerful cleansing ritual is used to ward off bad spirits and promote the well-being of individuals and the community.
  • Storytelling: Immerse yourself in the ancient art of Noongar storytelling. Stories, passed down through generations, convey the wisdom, history, and spirituality of the people, connecting listeners to the land and cultural heritage.

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