Wigwam was the traditional shelter for the Mi'kmaq people. The name 'wigwam' comes from the word 'wikoum' meaning dwelling.

Wigwam would be usually put up by women in the run of a day. It was constructed in a conical shape with poles placed in a circular shape joining at the top. The poles were covered with birch bark strips and sewn together with spruce.

The floor would be covered with fir boughs, woven mats, and animal skins.

In the middle there would be a fireplace made with stones. When the fire was burnt, the smoke would rise from the opening at the top of the wigwam.

The shape and height of the wigwams varied according to the season and the needs [ link ]