Established in 1972, Woodland Cultural Centre is one of the largest First Nations–managed cultural facilities in Canada, stewarding over 50,000 artifacts in its Museum collection. It is situated on the historic grounds of the former Mohawk Institute Residential School, which is one of only two remaining Residential School buildings in Ontario. The Centre preserves, promotes, and strengthens Hodinohsho:ni language, culture, art, and history through its programs.
The former Mohawk Institute Residential School now serves as an Interpretive Historic Site and Educational Resource, where visitors can take guided or self-guided tours. It operated from 1928 to 1970 and was also known as The Mush Hole. The site was the oldest and longest-running residential school in Canada. It preserves a difficult history, honours Survivors, and ensures their stories and experiences are shared and understood.
Guided by the principles of the Great Law of Peace, Woodland Cultural Centre fosters learning, cultural continuity, and reconciliation, ensuring that Indigenous voices lead the telling of their own stories.