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ART GALLERIES + MUSEUMS JARVIS HALL GALLERY Contemporary works by emerging, mid-career and established Canadian artists. 333B - 36 Ave SE, 403-206-9942. www.jarvishallgallery.com LATITUDE ART GALLERY Fine art gallery in the Design District with an emphasis on Western Canadian artists. Also offers custom framing and corporate consultations. 708 - 11 Ave SW, 403-262-9598. Map 2, G3 www.latitudeartgallery.com LOCH GALLERY This family-owned gallery specializes in 19th and 20th century fine art, including works by Emily Carr and the Group of Seven as well as a predominantly Canadian roster of contemporary painters and sculptors. 1516 - 4 St SW, 403-209-8542. Map 2, I4 www.lochgallery.com Admission by donation. 4144 - 11 St SE, 403-287-4204. www.calgaryfiremuseum.com GLENBOW Western Canada’s largest museum, with more than 20 galleries. There are permanent exhibitions on western North American art, sculptures from Asia, the history of Southern Alberta, the history of the Blackfoot people, indigenous cultures, mineralogy, West African achievement, and warriors. Exhibition galleries: Tue - Sat 9 am - 5 pm; Sun 12 pm - 5 pm; Closed Mon. Closed Mon. Admission: $16 adult, $11 seniors, $11 student, $10 youth (ages 7-17), $40 family (up to 2 adults and 4 youth), children six and under free. Free admission 5 - 9 pm on the first Thursday of every month. 130 - 9 Ave SE, 403-268-4100. Map 2, F6 www.glenbow.org GRAIN ACADEMY MUSEUM See a variety of films, artifacts and displays depict the history of grain farming and its importance in Alberta. Tues - Sat, 10 am - 4 pm. Admission by donation. Plus 15, BMO Centre, 20 Roundup Way SE, 403-263-4594. www.grainacademymuseum.com LOUGHEED HOUSE This historic, 125-year-old mansion houses a gallery that supports art and artists as the Lougheed family once did. Self-guided and complimentary audio tours of the home and its historic artifacts are available. Admission: $8.50 adult; $6.50 seniors and students; $5 child (6-12); $25 family; children under 6 are free. 707 - 13 Ave SW, 403-244-6333. Map 2, F5 www.lougheedhouse.com MOONSTONE CREATION NATIVE GALLERY Gallery and gift shop featuring works from Canadian artists, including paintings, West Coast jewelry, bronzes, sculpture, moccasins and leather products. Traditional art classes. 1219 - 10 Ave SE, 403-261-2650. Map 1, H7 www.moonstonecreation.ca NEWZONES Painting, sculpture and photo-based works with a focus on new art. 730 - 11 Ave SW, 403-266-1972. Map 2, G2 www.newzones.com PAUL KUHN GALLERY Features contemporary Canadian art in all mediums on two floors of exhibition space. 724 - 11 Ave SW, 403-263-1162. Map 2, G2 www.paulkuhngallery.com TREPANIER BAER Represents the work of regional, national and international contemporary artists. Also provides appraisal and consulting services to private individuals and corporations seeking to develop art collections. 105, 999 - 8 St SW, 403-244-2066. Map 2, F2 www.trepanierbaer.com TRUCK CONTEMPORARY ART IN CALGARY A non- profit centre founded in 1983 and dedicated to the development and public presentation of contemporary art. 2009 - 10 Ave SW, 403-261-7702. Map 1, H5 www.truck.ca EXPLORE MORE AT E S K E R WALLACE GALLERIES A strong focus on original Canadian contemporary artworks ranging from abstract to realist. 500 - 5 Ave SW, 403-262-8050. Map 2, E3 www.wallacegalleries.com WEBSTER GALLERIES Large collection of Canadian fine art including Inuit sculptures, oils, watercolours, stone sculptures, bronzes, ceramics and hand-pulled prints. 812 - 11 Ave SW, 403-263-6500. Map 2, G2 www.webstergalleries.com eskerfoundation.art @EskerFoundation DOWNLOAD THE FREE ESKER APP WHITE EAGLE NATIVE CRAFTS Owned and operated by First Nations people, this shop features native crafts, fashions, jewelry, moccasins, blankets, and gifts. 9915 Chiila Blvd, on the Tsuu T’ina Reserve, 403-258-4300. MUSEUMS CANADA’S SPORTS HALL OF FAME Located at WinSport, this museum showcases the stories and memorabilia of Canada’s sporting legends. Admission: general $12, seniors $10, youth (4 - 18) $8, children three and under free. Family and group rates available. Wed - Sun: 10 am - 5 pm. 169 Canada Olympic Rd SW, 403-776-1040. Map 1, F2 www.sportshall.ca FIREFIGHTERS MUSEUM OF CALGARY Celebrate firefighters past, present, and future with exhibitions and permanent collections that explore the lives of these brave Calgarians. The museum includes a gift shop and special kid’s activities with mascot Sparky the Fire Dog. Wed - Fri, 10 am - 3 pm and last Saturday of every month. FOR FULL LISTINGS, PLEASE VISIT where.ca/calgary Firefighters Museum of Calgary More than just Dalmations. 4144 - 11 Street SE www.calgaryfiremuseum.com NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2017 where.ca 31