From Ritual to Rhythm
Used in ceremonies, the Tigua drum guides spiritual practices led by Ysleta del Sur Pueblo leaders.
Handcrafted by Ysleta del Sur Pueblo artisans in El Paso, Texas, Tigua drums reflect generations of tradition. Unique construction methods and painted symbols convey deep ties to ancestral lands and spiritual beliefs. These instruments are more than tools—they’re storytellers. Tap around to explore their cultural, geographic, and cosmological significance.