MEMBER MONDAY: MAKE YOUR OWN RAG RUG SAMPLE We don’t normally encourage forgeries, but we would love for you to get creative or inspired by some of the Finnish Rag Rugs in our collection. Spend the evening learning about the significance of the Finnish community and the sustainable art of rag rug making. If you...
MEMBERS ONLY EXCLUSIVE SHOPPING EVENT Still have some holiday shopping to do? What better place to check off your list than the Canmore Museum Gift Shop! For one day, we will be offering 25% off all regular merchandise to Canmore Museum Members. Come by during museum hours (10:00 - 4:00) to get your exclusive discount, have...
Join us at the Canmore Museum for a captivating evening as we delve into the experiences of making our current exhibit, Wagichibi Îhnuthe: Dance Regalia of the Îyârhe Stoney Nakoda. This exclusive event offers a unique opportunity to engage with the Stoney Nakoda Advisory Circle, who played a pivotal role in shaping the exhibit. 🗓...
CANCELLED This event has been cancelled due to insufficient registration. MEMBER MONDAY: TABLE GAMES + TREATS Indulge your sweet tooth and join us for a delightful afternoon at the historic NWMP Barracks for the Canmore Museum's Annual Cookie Exchange! This festive event, exclusively for our cherished museum members, promises a perfect blend of delectable treats,...
Join Teresa Snow, exhibiting artist for Wagichibi Îhnuthe: Dance Regalia of the Îyârhe Stoney Nakoda, for this workshop. Participants learn about the origin of designs, hide and footwear. They also gain awareness about styles of beadwork; lane stitch, straight beading, loom work, peyote stitch, rope beading, raised beading and skimming. Participants will create a personal...
Join us for an adventure into the mysterious world beneath our feet at the opening bash of the "Soil Superheroes" exhibit! Geared towards kids and families, this extraordinary event invites participants to unleash their inner superheroes through engaging activities. 🦠EXPLORE our brand new exhibit, Soil Superheroes 🌾MAKE seed balls that will bloom into life...
We'd like to invite members and volunteers to the Canmore Museum to see our new exhibit and meet our new staff members. This is a wonderful opportunity for us to get to know one another and enjoy some light refreshments. Please RSVP in the sidebar. This event is open to members and volunteers only.
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)...
