IN THIS BLOG
- Tsuut’ina art is the foundation of Taza’s identity. Unlike many developments, Taza was shaped by Tsuut’ina artists from the start. Culture, history and connection to the land are woven into its design.
- The Shops at Buffalo Run offers a self-guided cultural art experience. Murals, sculptures and installations by Tsuut’ina artists are found throughout the retail district, turning everyday shopping into an encounter with Indigenous storytelling.
- Art at Taza is interactive, evolving and community-driven. Rotating exhibitions, collaborative murals, live painting and beadwork workshops create meaningful opportunities to connect with Tsuut’ina culture, artists and community.s to connect with Tsuut’ina culture, artists and community.
Every place tells a story, but few choose to tell it this deliberately. Taza is a community in its earliest days, built in partnership with Tsuut’ina Nation and guided by a simple idea. The land and the people who have always belonged to it should shape what comes next. You can already feel it at The Shops at Buffalo Run, where Tsuut’ina art turns an errand into a moment of connection. The rest of the community is still to come, but the heart of it is already here.
That choice to lead with culture is deliberate. Taza was shaped by the artists and storytellers who know this land best. Where most communities treat art as the last layer of polish, here it is the first conversation. Every mural and installation carries a piece of Tsuut’ina history, placed with intention. Not for decoration, but for meaning.
What that means for you is simple. Even in these early days, a visit offers something most new developments cannot. At The Shops at Buffalo Run, the community’s first chapter, Tsuut’ina art transforms everyday spaces into places worth lingering in. The villages, gathering places and experiences still to come build on this same foundation. For now, the best way to understand where Taza is going is to come and see where it began.
Find Tsuut’ina Art While You Shop at Buffalo Run
At The Shops at Buffalo Run, Tsuut’ina Nation artists have turned an everyday retail hub into a place with real character. Through visual storytelling and bold creativity, murals, sculptures and custom installations appear both inside and outside local businesses. You can grab a coffee, run an errand and discover Tsuut’ina art and culture in the same afternoon, no gallery ticket required.
Make a self-guided art tour as part of your next trip. Here is where to look and which artists to thank when you do.
Your Self-Guided Art Tour at The Shops at Buffalo Run
Tip: give yourself an extra half hour to wander. Half the fun is spotting the pieces you did not expect!
Meet the Indigenous Artists at the Taza Sales & Marketing Centre
Want to go deeper than a walk past a mural? Stop by the Taza Park Sales & Marketing Centre, where a rotating display showcases artwork by Tsuut’ina Nation artists. Featured artists currently include Night Rain Starling, Alanna Bluebird and Nathan Meguinis, each bringing a distinct style and point of view to the space. Since the display changes throughout the year, there is always a reason to come back, and you can connect with artists to purchase their work and support them directly.
The rotating display is curated by Stephanie One Spot, a Tsuut’ina artist whose work can also be found throughout The Shops at Buffalo Run. For Stephanie, showcasing Tsuut’ina artists at Taza is about creating visibility and ensuring Indigenous stories remain present within a rapidly evolving community.
Where Pathways Lead and the City Still Follows
For Night Rain, daughter of Taza’s VP of Business Development, Bryce Starlight, the display is also about creating space for emerging Indigenous artists and the generations coming next.
Curious to see her work for yourself? Visit the Sales and Marketing Centre to view the latest display in person, learn more about Night Rain’s art, and explore the growing community and residential offerings while you are there.
How Taza Brings People Together Through Art
Community and connection are foundational to Taza, and art is one of the clearest ways the community lives those values out loud. Through collaborative projects, live demonstrations and interactive events, Taza creates real opportunities to engage with Tsuut’ina stories and creativity. These are not spectator experiences. They are hands-on, welcoming, and built for all ages.
Rooted in Place: An Artwork Made by Many Hands
At Rooted in Place, the Black Birch Heights grand opening celebration, visitors added their own touches to a collaborative art piece led by Nathan P. Meguinis. What started as one artist’s vision became a shared expression of creativity and connection, made by the community for the community.
Under the Stars: Art for All Ages
At Under the Stars, a holiday gathering hosted by Taza, live painting demonstrations and children’s colouring activities led by Keegan Starlight invited visitors of every age to engage with Tsuut’ina art in approachable, interactive ways. It is proof that meaningful cultural experiences can also be a great afternoon out with the kids.
Something Wondrous: Learning Traditional Beadwork
At Something Wondrous, guests joined interactive workshops designed to celebrate creativity and culture. Guided by Cree_ationz, attendees learned the art of traditional beadwork while exploring the stories, techniques and teachings passed down through generations. You leave with a finished piece and a deeper appreciation for the craft behind it.
Plan Your Visit: Where Art, Culture, and Community Come Together
Across Taza, art and cultural experiences invite you to connect with the history, creativity and perspectives of Tsuut’ina Nation. From everyday moments to community gatherings and rotating artist displays, each experience adds to a genuine sense of place that keeps shaping the growing community villages. This is placemaking done differently, and it is worth exploring firsthand.
Whether exploring The Shops at Buffalo Run, viewing the latest display at the Taza Park Sales & Marketing Centre, or joining a community event, there is creativity and connection woven through every corner of the community.
Ready to Experience It for Yourself?
- Plan your visit to The Shops at Buffalo Run and take the self-guided art tour above.
- Stop by the Taza Park Sales & Marketing Centre to see the current artists on display and learn about residential offerings
- Visit the Taza website to discover upcoming community events
- Subscribe to the newsletter and connect with us on social media to stay up-to-date on new art, community gatherings, and featured artists.
