Kinoomaage Waapkong and Petroglyphs Provincial Park - Bus Tour

The development of our project has been deeply rooted in community engagement and collaboration from its inception. There is a proud history of marking this important historic event in our community. The arrival of the Peter Robinson settlers was marked in special ways in 1830, 1897, 1925, 1927 and 2015 by many local volunteers and collaborators. Currently, our project benefits from the partnership of more than a dozen community organizations, with representation from across the Nogojiwanong-Peterborough region, all of whom have provided letters of support.

Nine Ships 1825

A guided visit and transportation to the largest concentration of pre-contact First Nations petroglyphs in Canada.

Holiday Inn Peterborough-Waterfront, an IHG Hotel

Bicentennial 2025: the Peter Robinson Emigration

Join us this August in commemorating 200 years of the Peter Robinson Irish emigration. Participate in events that honour the spirit of community, heritage, resilience and the diverse legacy that continues to define Peterborough & Kawarthas region today.

Known traditionally as Kinoomaage Waapkong, the Teaching Rocks is home to the largest concentration of pre-contact First Nations petroglyphs in Canada. Managed in partnership with Curve Lake First Nation and Ontario Parks, this significant site is recognized as a sacred and spiritual area for many First Nations. With over 1000 different carved images, ranging in age from 600 to 6000 years old, these petroglyphs speak to the rich cultural and spiritual life of the Anishinaabeg who carved them to provide teachings for our current and future generations. A guided tour of the Teaching Rocks will provide a glimpse into the spiritual lives of the Anishinaabeg through oral teachings surrounding traditional clan systems, responsibilities to one another and the land, the sacred connection between Anishinaabeg and the earth, and the spiritual and cultural history of Anishinaabeg of this area. Join us for an opportunity to experience this unique site and gain teachings that have been passed from one generation to the next for thousands of years.Good to Know: This event requires ticket purchase in advance and is subject to availability. Tickets include return transportation from Holiday Inn, guided tour and a light box lunch from local provider Cheesy Fromage that can be enjoyed on site after the tour. There will be approximately 30 minutes of easy walking on accessible and level trails. Please note: you can visit Kinoomaage Waapkong and Petroglyphs Provincial Park independently during your stay. Visit their website directly or refer to the Multi-Day &amp; All-Week Activities listed at www.nineships1825.com for more details.