19" "Bear" Native Hand Drum
19" Cree-style 13 Moon Hand Drum
Hand Painted - Bear
This 13 Moon hand drum design and construction originates from within an Indigenous cultural collective known as "Kimisken", established in 2000 by Jackie Labonte and Oliver Nobosin.
Jackie (Tekiaiatakwas) is from the Turtle Clan of the Mohawk Nation, Six Nations of the Grand River Territory. Jackie resides in the Niagara region and has worked with native organizations for over 30 years providing services, charing traditional teachings and serving as a Cultural Advisor.
Oliver is Swampy Cree with mixed German Welsh descent, having lived in the Niagara region all his life. He is established singer drummer and drum maker, having facilitated many requests for custom designed native drums for individuals and groups both domestic and abroad. Even though this hand drum began its journey sharing certain characteristics with our other drums, in your hands it is now a unique one-of-a-kind work.