Wickiups, which are also known as wigwams or teepees, are traditional dwellings of many Indigenous tribal communities in North America. These structures were usually built using natural materials such as branches, animal hides and grasses. Synonyms for the term Wickiups include 'wikiup', 'wickiup shelter', 'lean-to', 'pole house' and 'thatch house'. These structures were used as temporary shelters by the Indigenous communities during hunting and migration. Wickiups also served as a place of spiritual significance in ceremonial rituals, and as a communal gathering place for storytelling and other traditional practices. Today, they remain an important symbol of Indigenous cultures and their connection to the land.