Matuweskewin means “porcupine hunter” in the Wolastoqey Latuwewakon language. With its unique and authentic items, the gift shop showcases the craftsmanship of Wolastoqey artists and artisans and those of other First Nations.
Discover various Indigenous wares such as:
• Dream catchers
• Clothing
• Traditional and contemporary jewelry
• Shoes and moccasins
• Mugs
• Sculptures
• Books for adults and youth
• Plush toys
• Traditional and Wolastoqey culinary products
• And much more!
The Matuweskewin gift shop is located at 1001 Rue du Patrimoine (intersection of Avenue du Port) in Cacouna. Come check it out!
Our on-site staff will be pleased to answer your questions about the artists whose work is featured at the shop, our culture and the various tourism activities offered during the summer months.
Daily, June 21 to September 1, 2025 from 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
The gift shop doubles as a visitor reception centre for the Putep ‘t-awt observatory. The gift shop staff will be pleased to inform you about Wolastoqey tourism attractions in the region.
The gift shop is also the point of departure for the Putep ‘t-awt electric shuttle. The shuttle can save visitors time who would otherwise have to walk to the observatory. Shuttle conditions can be found here. *** Reservation required; limited places available.
The gift shop parking lot is available for the duration of your activities, whether you’re here to visit the gift shop or explore the Putep ‘t-awt site.
Outside toilets and picnic tables can also be found near the gift shop.
The Matuweskewin gift shop is located at 1001 Patrimoine Road, Cacouna, QC G0L 1G0.
