Ka'nón'sen - Reviving and Revitalizing the Dormant Practice and Language of Tattooing Traditions

Presented by Kanen'tó:kon Hemlock, Kahnawà:ke Bear clan

Kanen'tó:kon Hemlock is a member of the traditional Bear clan from the Mohawk Nation at Kahnawà:ke, a small community located outside Montreal. From a young age, Kanen'tó:kon was fascinated by his culture and began to practice the art of tattooing according to the ancient protocols to revitalize the lost tradition. During this event, he invites us to witness the first tattooing in a longhouse in roughly 300 years.

This event will be held in English.

About Kanen'tó:kon Hemlock, Kahnawà:ke Bear clan

Kanen'tó:kon Hemlock of the Mohawk nation has been helping revive tattooing traditions that have not been practiced for several hundred years. Using cultural and traditional protocols from the past, as well as modern sanitation practices, he is the first in his tradition. The practice is a cultural endeavor and not a business activity.