ᐄᓃᐤ (ÎNÎW) River Lot 11∞ Indigenous Art Park — Attraction in Greater Strathcona

Great place for a picnic--& and an education! Bottom of the stairs on Sask Dr, or there's close parking off Queen Elizabeth Drive, w/chair access to some areas. Lots of small hills and more private areas, too. The many art installations have 3 First Nations languages plus English. More traffic noise by edges of the park, but definitely a mini oasis, tucked within Edmonton. I walked the stairs out, to UofA, my party walked the Walterdale into the city, and the other, on crutches, needed w/chair parking. Perfect! (Ok, a lawn mowing would reduce the mosquito population - bring some repellant!!!) EDIT: came to watch YEG's fireworks? The northwest hill, with a view of the Waltedale, has the best views in town. Sadly, this is no longer a best kept secret, so GET THERE EARLY...

This park has Indigenous art sculptures that we liked and was on my list to visit from a long time. I loved the creativity of these artificats and the view we got of Walterdale bridge from there. Overall, good place to visit and enjoy an evening as there is a big covered space where people were picnicking next to the parking lot and many trails connecting to it.

I was little disappointed as it was not well kept by the City and given that June was the National Indigenous History month and the City can keep such touristic locations neat and clean. There were torn and stinky sleeping bags cluttered nearby (may be some homeless people...

If you aren't familiar with art or, especially, with Indigenous Art and Culture you can read the many signs that provide information and insight into the many absolutely amazing pieces in this park. You will find there is a strong connection to culture, values, and place. To be honest, even without reading the signs the art is enjoyable, beautiful, and welcoming. A spot I look forward to coming time...