In this two-day, hands-on workshop, Sandy Morris (Tsartlip) and Charity Morris (Ahousaht) of Morris Drum Making lead the full drum-making process, guiding you through crafting your own 14″ ceremonial drum. On Day 2, Levi and Marvin Wilson (Hartley Bay) join the workshop to support drum decorating and painting, helping you personalize your finished instrument.
Drum making is more than a craft—it’s a way of deepening cultural connection, building relationships, and celebrating traditional knowledge. By participating, community members not only learn valuable skills but also strengthen the cultural foundations that support Restoring the Balance (RTB)’s vision Indigenous-led stewardship. The drum, often called the “heartbeat of the people,” symbolizes the unity, resilience, and renewal that the Restoring the Balance project seeks to bring to Galiano’s forests, wildlife, and people.
The cost for the workshop is $175 (per drum/family), and local Indigenous participants can receive a full bursary through the GCA. Click here for a link to the workshop registration form:
https://galiano-conservancy-association.tickit.ca/events/31473 , or email
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Schedule of events below:
Day 1 – 1:00PM – 3:00PM: Crafting your own 14” drum using traditional methods.
Day 2 – 1:00PM – 3:00PM: Painting your drum with either your own design or a traditional Coast Salish design, provided by Marvin Wilson.
This community event was made possible through the financial support of the Ecclesiastical Community Impact Grant, and Gencon Foundation.
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