EARTH TALKS: HOW DO MY FOOD SCRAPS BECOME COMPOST? Join Shannon Ripley, Professional Agrologist, at the Canmore Public Library for her presentation "How Do My Food Scraps Become Compost in the Bow Valley?" This Earth Talks is in partnership with the Biosphere Institute of the Bow Valley. This Earth Talks event will take place on...
DISCOVER THE PAST: UNCOVER HIDDEN GEMS IN HISTORIC PHOTOS! Join us for a unique journey through time at the Canmore Museum's Member Monday, where we'll be exploring the hidden details in our fascinating archival photo collection. Delve into the backgrounds of these old photos to uncover hidden buildings, vanished landmarks, and intriguing curiosities. Get ready...
FAMILY PROGRAM: ANIMAL STORIES OF THE BOW VALLEY The eastern edge of the Canadian Rockies is home to elk, cougars, bears, and other wildlife that follow ancient pathways along gentler slopes. Do you want to learn more about the animals and fish that call the Bow Valley home? Join us for a fun family-friendly afternoon...
THE BETTER BRAIN: A BOOK TALK WITH BONNIE J. KAPLAN Join us for an exciting book talk featuring Bonnie J. Kaplan, author of The Better Brain, facilitated by local creative director, Bridget Ryan. As part of our programming for the current exhibit Soil Superheroes, Kaplan will delve into the fascinating connections between soil, food, and brain...
BVFA VALUES IN ACTION WORKSHOP: EARTH + ENVIRONMENT Join the Bow Valley Food Alliance (BVFA) and experts for a guided tour of the Soil Superheroes exhibit followed by a discussion on regenerative food systems that honour Soil Superheroes, the land and all living beings. Help us unearth a SWOT analysis (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats)...
MEMBERS EVENT: GARDEN ROCK PAINTING Join us for a relaxing and creative afternoon of painting garden rocks (also known as “kindness stones”) with the Canmore Museum community. No skills or artistic talent required - this event is a wonderful way to add a personal touch to the Barracks Heritage Garden and your own garden at...
FIRST THURSDAYS On the first Thursday of every month (beginning May 2, 2024), the Canmore Museum is open late with admission by donation! A great opportunity for all community members to explore our current exhibits. ON NOW SOIL SUPERHEROES (until May 20, 2024) | Meet the league of superheroes who live beneath our feet and...
WORMS, DIRT, AND SUPERHEROES! FAMILY PROGRAM Join us just before the closing of our current exhibit, Soil Superheroes, for some fantastic family fun! What you can expect: 🎭 A puppet show featuring the soil superheroes 📋 A very special scavenger hunt at the museum 🌱 Make your own seed balls to plant 🖍️ Superhero comic...
Please join us for a Tipi Raising Ceremony to celebrate the start of our Indigenous Stories Tipi Program. Îyârhe Nakoda interpreters will take us through the process and ceremony of raising a tipi, explaining the cultural significance behind the practice. As a participant, you will be encouraged to take part in the raising and experience...
Explore the living culture and traditions of the Îyârhe Nakoda peoples at the Indigenous Stories Tipi Program, held on Saturdays throughout the summer at the NWMP Barracks grounds. Step inside the welcoming tipi, where Îyârhe Nakoda interpreters await to share their knowledge and stories. Visitors are invited to engage in casual conversations, learning about the...
Explore the living culture and traditions of the Îyârhe Nakoda peoples at the Indigenous Stories Tipi Program, held on Saturdays throughout the summer at the NWMP Barracks grounds. Step inside the welcoming tipi, where Îyârhe Nakoda interpreters await to share their knowledge and stories. Visitors are invited to engage in casual conversations, learning about the...
Explore the living culture and traditions of the Îyârhe Nakoda peoples at the Indigenous Stories Tipi Program, held on Saturdays throughout the summer at the NWMP Barracks grounds. Step inside the welcoming tipi, where Îyârhe Nakoda interpreters await to share their knowledge and stories. Visitors are invited to engage in casual conversations, learning about the...
