ART GALLERIES + MUSEUMS
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CONTEMPORARY ART GALLERY
EXHIBITIONS PUBLIC PROGRAMS FREE ADMISSION FREE PARKING
4TH FLOOR 1011 9TH AVE SE
TUESDAY TO SUNDAY 11-6 THURSDAY TO FRIDAY 11-8 CLOSED MONDAYS
National Music Centre , 85 - 4 St SE , 403-543-5115 . Map 2 , F8 www . studiobell . ca
NORTH OF ORDINARY : THE ARCTIC PHOTOGRAPHS OF GERALDINE AND DOUGLAS MOODIE Until Sep 10 This exhibition celebrates the work of Canada ’ s first professional woman photographer , Geraldine Moodie . Beginning in 1903 , Moodie accompanied her husband , a senior officer of the North-West Mounted Police , on Northern expeditions . She took intimate portraits of the local Inuit community while he documented the landscape and his work with the Mounted Police . Glenbow , 130 - 9 Ave SE , 403-268-4100 . Map 2 , F6 www . glenbow . org
PLAY HARD , FIGHT HARD : SPORTS AND THE CANADIAN MILITARY Until Dec 2017 An exhibit created in partnership between The Military Museums of Calgary and Canada ’ s Sports Hall of Fame explores the relationship between sports and military service dating back to the First World War . Visitors can expect to learn more about Canadians like Gerald Ouellette , a sports shooter who served the Canadian Forces for over 20 years . Canada ’ s Sports Hall of Fame , 169 Canada Olympic Rd SW , 403-776-1040 . Map 1 , F2 www . sportshall . ca
ROOTED Jul 8 - Aug 12 A group show featuring a collection of artists with Alberta roots . Gibson Fine Art , 628 - 11 Ave SW , 403-244-2000 . Map 2 , G3 www . gibsonfineart . ca
SHAME AND PREJUDICE : A STORY OF RESILIENCE Until Sep 10 Kent Monkman ’ s new , large scale project addresses Canada ’ s Sesquicentennial in 2017 . The exhibition takes the viewer on a journey through 300 years of Canada ’ s history , narrating a story of Canada through the lens of First Nations ’ resilience . Glenbow , 130 - 9 Ave SE , 403-268-4100 . Map 2 , F6 www . glenbow . org
SUNSCREEN Jul 8 - Aug 26 This constantly rotating exhibition celebrates the sunshine with bright and vibrant inventory including paintings , photographs , and sculpture . Newzones , 730 - 11 Ave SW , 403-266-1972 . Map 2 , G2 www . newzones . com
ARTIST RUN CENTRES 4CATS ART STUDIO A vibrant studio where children aged two to 15 learn to work with an array of mediums including clay , acrylics and papier maché , while taking inspiration from famous artists like Picasso and Warhol . Register for classes or one-day workshops . 1218B - 9 Ave SE , 403-206-0110 . Map 1 , G6 www . 4cats . com / inglewood
ALBERTA PRINTMAKERS SOCIETY AND ARTIST PROOF GALLERY Dedicated to promoting and producing fine art prints . Monthly exhibits shown in the Artist Proof Gallery . Printmaking courses and studio rental opportunities available . 2010 - 11 St SE , 403-287-1056 . Map 1 , H6 www . albertaprintmakers . ca
ARCHELOFT MAKERSPACE AND WEARABLES LAB Gallery showcasing artists with a passion for technology and a focus on digital and mixed media . Bright space with large windows and hardwood floors . 200 , 1209 - 1 St SW , 403-532-7800 . Map 2 , H5 www . archeloft . com
BEE KINGDOM Two former Alberta College of Art and Design ( ACAD ) students have turned their Mount Pleasant house into a glassblowing studio and art gallery . The bees offer classes , demonstrations and regularly scheduled open houses . Their collaborative and individual glass sculptures can be viewed at the onsite gallery , as
Calgary is covered in public art from the beautiful to the thoughtprovoking . Visit maps . calgary . ca / PublicArt and see how many you can spot .
well as at local galleries including DaDe Art & Design Lab and Ruberto Ostberg Gallery . 427 - 22 Ave NW , 403-277-7375 . Map 1 , F6 www . beekingdom . ca
DADE ART & DESIGN LAB A gallery of interior design featuring art , furniture and home accessories . Find works by 30 artists from North America and 80 world-wide furniture lines , including eco-friendly imports such as repurposed elm furniture made in Beijing . Also offers interior design and architectural services . 104 , 1212 - 13 St SE , 403-454-0243 . Map 1 , H7 www . dadeartanddesignlab . com
LEIGHTON ART CENTRE In the historic home of renowned artist A . C . Leighton and his wife Barbara , also an accomplished artist . Gallery showcases a variety of exhibitions by Alberta artists . Box 9 , Site 31 , 403-931-3633 . www . leightoncentre . org
LOFT 112 A new creative and commercial space where artistic individuals can come together to work on projects and engage with others in the literary and arts community in Calgary . A short-term rental micro apartment is also available for visiting creative types . 112 , 535 - 8 Ave SE , 403-475-4644 . www . loft112 . org
RAW CANVAS Embrace your inner Picasso at Raw Canvas , where painting , food , and drinks are all mixed together to create a fun and creative experience . 100 , 1130 Kensington Rd NW , 587-349-3929 . Map 1 , G5 www . rawcanvas . ca
STRIDE ART GALLERY ASSOCIATION Featuring innovative contemporary art by emerging , mid-career and professional artists . 1006 Macleod Tr SE , 403-262-8507 . Map 2 , G6 www . stride . ab . ca
THE NEW GALLERY Calgary ’ s original artist-run centre provides opportunities and venues for up-andcoming artists to foster their craft . The gallery ’ s programming consists of a broad range of art activities , community collaborations , open discussions , and educational initiatives that aim to invigorate Calgary ’ s experience of contemporary art and culture . 208 Centre St S , 403-233-2399 . Map 2 , D6 www . thenewgallery . org
VIN GOGH Sip wine and paint a selected painting with a group . Each night has a different painting , along with an instructor to help you with painting tips and techniques . Good for group outings . 118 , 7004 Macleod Tr SE , 403-475-4644 . Map 1 , J6 www . vingogh . ca
GALLERIES AVALANCHE ! INSTITUTE OF CONTEMPORARY ART This new contemporary art space features off-beat installation pieces by emerging local artists as well as a studio for six working artists . Sat , 12 pm - 5 pm or by appointment . 343 - 11 Ave SW ( bsmt ), 403-462-6773 . Map 2 , F7 avalancheavalanche . com
BLUEROCK GALLERY This gem of a spot located in the town of Black Diamond features hundreds of artists within 100 miles of its location , The Bluerock Gallery features an assortment of one-of-a-kind arts and crafts . Products available include unique greeting cards , unusual books and jewellery . 110 Centre Ave W , Black Diamond , 403-933-5047 . bluerockgallery . ca
C - CONTEMPORARY CALGARY STEPHEN AVENUE LOCATION A non-profit public art gallery offering artists talks , gallery tours and other educational
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Kensington transforms into Diagon Alley on July 30 . Harry Potter fans can cheer on a game of Quidditch and drink butter beer on a patio . visitkensington . com
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