Kingston remains on the ancestral homelands of the Huron-Wendat, Anishinaabe, and Haudenosaunee Confederacy.
Tourism Kingston acknowledges the everlasting presence of these Nations and other First Nations, Métis, and Inuit who share this landscape today. We are grateful to reside in and remain visitors to this territory, while acknowledging our responsibility to honour the land, water, and skies with gentle respect and purifying preservation.
Agnes Etherington Art Centre
Temporarily closed for renovations
36 University Ave.
The Indigenous Art Collection comprises significant works in various media by First Nations, Métis, and Inuit artists from Turtle Island as well as Indigenous artists and communities internationally that celebrate living arts and cultures spanning ancient to present-day generations.
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Arthur Milnes Walking Tour – Kingston Walks
Delve into the world of Canadian Prime Ministers, US Presidents, Indigenous leaders, Governors General, mediums, spirits – and the Queen herself – on this engaging one-hour guided walking tour.
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Indigenous Food Sovereignty Garden
1467 Highway 15
For three growing seasons, more than 600 volunteers have cultivated vegetable gardens, planted and harvested medicines, established a pollinator garden, and planted over 1,000 native species of trees and shrubs in this community space.
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Katarokwi Indigenous Market
Confederation Park across from City Hall, (211–225 Ontario St)
The Katarokwi Indigenous Market invites community members and visitors to enjoy Indigenous art, music, food and more. Connect with Indigenous-owned businesses at this monthly gathering along the waterfront downtown.
Last Sunday of each month from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. from May to September 2026:
- May 31
- June 28
- July 26
- Aug. 30
- Sept. 27
The market dates correspond with community-led monthly Sacred Fires in Confederation Park. These sacred fires are lit each month in the spirit of healing and meant to honour all the children that remain missing, the ones who survived, their families, and communities that have been impacted by the continued effects of residential schools.
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Kingston’s Indigenous & Social History
Explore Kingston’s Indigenous and social history with the Stone’s interactive Indigenous history map. Locations include:
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Kingston Native Centre and Languages Nest
218 Concession St.
An urban language revitalization group, committed to rejuvenating indigenous languages in the Kingston Ontario area.
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Manidoo Ogitigan (Spirit Garden) – Lake Ontario Park
920 King St. West
This project, developed in collaboration with Alderville First Nation and artist Terence Radford, features the history of several wampum belts, the symbolism of the medicine wheel, and a selection of culturally significant plants.
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Ollin Drum Circle
Through drumming, singing, dancing, creative arts, and teachings, Ollin delivers meaningful sessions, workshops, events, and arts projects that reflect inclusion, diversity, unity, equity, and community engagement with Mother Earth through authenticity, an open heart, and open mind.
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Storyme: Indigenous Voices Digital Kingston – Kingston Frontenac Public Library
Kingston Frontenac Public Library staff conducted oral history interviews with community members, Elders, and language keepers from the Kingston-Frontenac area and surrounding nations. Online experience.
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W.C. Creatives
W.C. Creatives is a modern take on native Jewellery, fashion, and crafts. Unique and costume pieces are available ranging from acrylic paintings to statement necklaces.
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Lodgepole Arts Alliance
LodgePole Arts Alliance is an Indigenous-led arts organization in Ontario, creating space for art, culture, community, and connection to land. Through regular events, artist gatherings, and partnerships with local organizations, LodgePole helps strengthen Indigenous arts and cultural connections throughout the Kingston region.
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