AKWESASNE -- Akwesasne Travel, the official Destination Marketing and Management Organization (DMMO) for the Mohawk Territory of Akwesasne, has now launched in-person cultural tours to promote the region and its heritage.

Akwesasne is the only destination in South Eastern Ontario and one of the few in Northern New York for visitors to educate themselves about the area’s Indigenous heritage and cultural traditions.

During National Native American Heritage Month, Akwesasne Travel launched three immersive cultural tours hosted by experts in the community that provides guests a chance to learn about First Nations’ history, culture, art and local cuisine:

Come Weave with Chill Baskets (US)

Traditional Lacrosse Stick Making (US)

A Tour of Mohawk Life (ON)

Cornwall Tourism has been an integral part of Akwesasne Travel’s launch. The Ontario tourism organization is partnering with hotels and restaurant experiences to create packages that encourage visitors to ‘make the extra mile’ and travel to the island to explore Akwesasne.

To learn more about Akwesasne Travel’s in-person and virtual tours visit https://akwesasne.travel/mohawk-cultural-tours/. Akwesasne Travel also supports destination marketing, visitor services, retail promotion and tourism infrastructure, while supporting an exceptional visitor experience in both the US and Canada.

For more information, contact Akwesasne Travel at (518) 358-4238 or email info@akwesasne.travel.