Wes Olson
Image courtesy of www.wesolson.ca
In partnership with the International Buffalo Relations Institute (IBRI), you are invited to a lecture by Wes Olson, author, painter and bison specialist who will be speaking on his latest book 'The Ecological Buffalo'.
adults & seniors | registration not required I museum rates apply I free to members
Join university instructor and botanist Jenny Burke at the University of Lethbridge Herbarium in the University Science Commons building. Spend the morning with magnifying glasses looking at both live plants and herbarium specimens, then pick some of the plants that are blooming and dry and 'paste up' your very own herbarium voucher, with a label, to take home.
Tickets are required in advance. A city bus will take us to and from the University. Please arrive at the Galt Museum 5 minutes before the program.
Learn more: https://www.ulethbridge.ca/artsci/biological-sciences/herbarium.
all ages welcome | children to attend with caregiver | registration required | museum admission applies |
These five projectile points were found on the same day in 2019.
Image courtesy of Dylan Frank, Archaeologist at Waterton Lakes National Park.
Ever wonder why people choose to live where they do? How researchers stitch together stories of our past through artifacts? Uncover these answers and more with Dylan Frank, an archaeologist from Waterton Lakes National Park (Paahtómahksikimi in the Blackfoot language). Join us to learn about the rich cultural history between humans and nature in this very special place at the Galt Museum & Archives. Doors open at 7:00 PM with the presentation to begin at 7:30. There will be a limited bar service.
all ages | tickets cost $25.00/person
Raging Grannie, Barb Phillips
Image courtesy of the Lethbridge Raging Grannies
Bring your caretakers, mothers, and loved ones to an afternoon filled with tea, treats, perfectly small sandwiches, singing, history and all that is the fun and empowerment of the Lethbridge Raging Grannies!
adults and seniors | registration required l $25 per person
A mixture of tallow, dried meat, and dried berries.
Image supplied by Api'soomaahka
Listen to stories and learn how to make your own pemmican to take home from expert Charlie Russell. Supplies included.
adults and seniors | registration encouraged | museum admission applies | free to self-identified Indigenous attendees
Api'soomaahka (Running Coyote) William Singer III passes berries to workshop participants.
Image courtesy of the Galt Museum & Archives | Akaisamitohkanao’pa
Flora Foundations is an outdoor and hands-on exploration of botany and Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) science to understand and learn about local plants facilitated by Api'soomaahka & Jenny Burke. Registration at each class in the series is encouraged. Water bottles and good walking shoes are recommended. No washrooms are accessible on the tour. Be prepared to walk about 1 km at a slow pace. Meet at Helen Schuler Parking Lot.
all ages | registration required | $10 per ticket
Pictured is Sarah Peace.
Image supplied.
Join local artist Sarah Peace for the second annual Pride Paint & Sip event. Enjoy an evening of acrylic painting with a Pride-themed canvas.
adults and seniors | registration required | $10 per person | drinks available to purchase | coffee, tea and a mocktail provided |
Downtown Queer Historical Walking Tour, 2023
Image courtesy of the Galt Museum & Archives | Akaisamitohkanao’pa
Join Tess McNaughton as they take you around historic downtown Lethbridge providing you with a new understanding of history as you walk, one that is here and queer. Listen to stories of the people, places, and experiences that have provided a foundation for the queerness that exists in Lethbridge today. Water bottles and good walking shoes are recommended. No washrooms are accessible on the tour. Be prepared to walk about 1 km at a slow pace. Meet the Galt Museum.
registration required | $10 per ticket
Laurel Scott.
Image courtesy of Angeline Simon
In this workshop, you will learn basic papermaking techniques and how to forage and process different local plant fibres. You will then be guided through the process of making your own cattail fibre paper that you can take home! Materials will be provided. This is open to all skill levels; no previous experience is necessary.
adults and seniors | registration required | $10 per person
Kids carnival at the Galt Viewing Gallery, 2023
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Enjoy a morning of carnival activities and games! Great fun for the whole family! Cotton candy! Popcorn! Crafts! Face painting! Magicians! Hands-On History is an interactive program for children of all ages with their caregivers.
all ages welcome | children to attend with caregiver | registration not required | museum admission applies | free to members
Image courtesy of the Lethbridge School Division
Enjoy tea, a special John Chief Calf mocktail, listen to a curated metal and rock playlist and create a pictograph masterpiece together. John Chief Calf was born and raised on the Blood Reserve and was a Child and Youth Care worker from 1985-1997. He received his BA/BEd from the University of Lethbridge in 2005. Chief Calf has taught for the Calgary Board of Education, Siksika Board of Education, Red Crow Community College as well as the Lethbridge Catholic Division and is currently with the Lethbridge School Division as a humanities teacher. He is a self-taught artist and has sold artworks locally, corporately, and internationally.
adults and seniors | registration required | max 50 people | $10/ ticket
Lethbridge College Research Farm
Image courtesy of Lethbridge College.
Take a charter bus out to the Lethbridge College Research Farm and spend the afternoon immersed in the history of irrigation. Thank you to Autumn Barnes, Lethbridge College's manager of the Integrated Agriculture Technology Centre (IATC) and Jim Parker, Manager of Irrigation Demo Farm at Lethbridge College for your incredible work in creating this opportunity. A bag lunch is provided by Lethbridge College (please email kristin.krein@galtmuseum.com if you have dietary needs).
adults and seniors | leaving Galt at 10:00am please arrive early | registration required | $35 per person
A mixture of tallow, dried meat, and dried berries.
Image supplied by Api'soomaahka
Listen to stories and learn how to make your own pemmican to take home from expert Charlie Russell. Supplies included.
adults and seniors | registration encouraged | museum admission applies | free to self-identified Indigenous attendees
Take a charter bus out to the Wilson Hutterite Colony and spend the afternoon learning the history and daily lives of a colony. Thank you to Barbara for creating this opportunity. Lunch will provided by the Wilson Colony and there will be vegetables and goods to purchase (bring cash).
leaving Galt at 10:00am please arrive early | adults and seniors | registration required | $25 per person
Blooming Boulevards volunteer collecting pearly everlasting seeds, with written permission from the City of Mississauga.
Image courtesy of Jeanne McRight (©2020)
A morning of community building while we learn to collect, clean and store seeds from the Native Garden. Snacks and drinks provided. Take seeds home for yourself afterwards.
adults and seniors | museum admissions apply
A mixture of tallow, dried meat, and dried berries.
Image supplied by Api'soomaahka
Celebrate Earth Day with Api'soomaahka, operator of Naapi's Garden and Katoyiss Seedbank, an artist, environmental activist, and advocate for Niitsitapi knowledge and rights. Join us for a morning of Pemmican making as we honour the Earth and embrace the rich cultural heritage of the Niitsitapi people.
all ages | registration encouraged | no cost to participate |
Ukrainian Easter at the Galt
Image courtesy of the Troyanda Ukrainian Dance Club
A festive afternoon of fun and Ukrainian Easter celebrations! Join us for crafts, pysanky, treats, Troyanda Ukrainian Dance Club demonstrations and a dance workshop.
all ages | children to attend with caregiver | registration recommended | museum admission applies | free to members
Charlie Russell processing Buffalo meat for drying.
Image courtesy of the Galt Museum & Archives | Akaisamitohkanao’pa
Join Charlie Russel for a morning of learning how to prepare iinnii (Buffalo) meat for drying. Later, we'll use this dried meat in pemmican-making workshops.
adults and seniors | registration not required | youths can attend with caregivers | free to members | free to self-identified Indigenous attendees
Join us for a captivating lecture by Stéphane Guevremont on "UKRAINE AND THE WORLD: The International War." Explore the role of external powers in Ukraine's politics, from its independence to the unlawful invasion by Russia. Discover the global response and analyze the impact of foreign mercenaries, weak sanctions, and so-called neutral countries. Don't miss this timely and unique lecture!
Plus, this lecture marks the last weekend of our Ukrainian Transplanted Sunflowers exhibition. Be sure to catch it before it's gone!
adults and seniors | registration not required | museum admission applies, but members get in free.
Join us for Indigenous, Radically! featuring Su Spotted Bull and Jessica Hawryluk at the Galt Museum & Archives.
Explore the fascinating world of Untethered Technologies with Su Spotted Bull and Jessica Hawryluk as they delve into the intersection of virtual reality (VR) and Indigenous perspectives. Don't miss this insightful discussion on VR through an Indigenous lens!
In Vancouver, Dr. Sheryl Lightfoot stands on campus with the Reconciliation Pole towering behind her.
Image courtesy Darryl Dyck in the Globe and Mail
Lecture series: The topic is "Enhanced Participation of Indigenous Peoples at the UN: Pushing the Boundaries of Indigenous Rights, Statehood, and Human Rights Norms".
all ages | registration not required | no cost to participate |
Processing Buffalo meat for drying.
Image courtesy of the Galt Museum & Archives | Akaisamitohkanao’pa
Join Charlie Russel for a morning of learning how to prepare iinnii (Buffalo) meat for drying. Later, we'll use this dried meat in pemmican-making workshops.
adults and seniors | registration not required | youths can attend with caregivers | free to members | free to self-identified Indigenous attendees
Image courtesy of Erin Rolfson.
Brace yourself for an unforgettable event by the Galt Museum & Archives! Join us as we kick off the highly anticipated "Buffalo Treaty: Keystone to Wellness" exhibit with a special Buffalo harvest on March 22nd at 10:30am. Be part of a ceremony that honours the life of the Buffalo and learn how to process the animal, including skinning, gutting, and deboning.
Please dress for the weather and bring your own chair. Water and food will be provided. Transportation will be provided from the Galt to the event and back. No registration is required! Everyone is welcome!
Harvest location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/GDJXZw6f4jQkfFQw9
These five projectile points were found on the same day in 2019.
Image courtesy of Dylan Frank, Archaeologist at Waterton Lakes National Park.
Ever wonder why people choose to live where they do? How researchers stitch together stories of our past through artifacts? Uncover these answers and more with Dylan Frank, an archaeologist from Waterton Lakes National Park (Paahtómahksikimi in the Blackfoot language). Join us to learn about the rich cultural history between humans and nature in this very special place at the Galt Museum & Archives. Doors open at 7:00 PM with the presentation to begin at 7:30. There will be a limited bar service.
all ages | tickets cost $25.00/person
Dakota Mace
Photo courtesy of dakotamace.com
Cyanotype is a photographic printing process that produces a cyan-blue print created from nature. This workshop will introduce students to one of the earliest printing processes. We prepare the paper and fabric beforehand. They will learn how to create their cyanotypes, experimenting with the process in various ways to produce beautifully blue and unique prints exposed to the sunlight. All materials will be provided. Participants are also encouraged to bring their objects on the day or provide a digital image in advance, making it a negative to print. Advice will be provided on suitable objects and images.
adults and seniors | registration not required |
Women's Yoga session at the Galt Viewing Gallery
Image courtesy of the Galt Museum & Archives | Akaisamitohkanao’pa
Join Heartspace Yoga Studio for a serene and empowering evening of Yin Yoga, followed by delightful cookies and community building. Discover tranquility, nourish your body, and connect with others in a warm and inviting atmosphere.
adults and seniors | registration required | museum admission applies
Graphic courtesy the University of British Columbia.
Celebrate Black History Month with us! Join the BIPOC Foundation, Southern Alberta Ethnic Association, and the Galt Museum & Archives for a showcase of Black history and culture. Learn about diverse cultural groups from around the world through a talent show and display tables featuring cultural artifacts and historical presentations. Come together with the community to celebrate the similarities and differences of cultural groups in Lethbridge and southern Alberta. For more information on the pitch competition visit: https://www.bipocfoundation.org/
3–7 pm | all ages | registration not required | free to attend
In Vancouver, Dr. Sheryl Lightfoot stands on campus with the Reconciliation Pole towering behind her. Image courtesy Darryl Dyck in the Globe and Mail
Join us for an enlightening event featuring Dr. Sheryl Lightfoot from the University of British Columbia as she delves into the topic of "Enhanced Participation of Indigenous Peoples at the UN: Pushing the Boundaries of Indigenous Rights, Statehood, and Human Rights Norms." In this thought-provoking lecture, Dr. Lightfoot will examine the ongoing debate between Kathryn Sikkink and Stephen Hopgood regarding the status and future of human rights norms. Don't miss this opportunity to engage with Dr. Sheryl Lightfoot's research and gain a deeper understanding of the complex dynamics surrounding Indigenous rights, statehood, and human rights norms at the United Nations.
6 pm–8 pm | all ages welcome | free | no registration required
Dr. Mique’l Icesis Dangeli. Dancing Our Archive: Bringing to Life the Photograph of Tsimshian Benjamin Alfred Haldane. Image courtesy of Mique'l Dangeli’s YouTube channel.
This lecture examines the dramaturgical process of the Git Hayetsk dancers, a First Nations dance group based in the unceded territories of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh peoples known by its colonial name Vancouver BC. Led in partnership by Dr. Mique’l Dangeli (Tsimshian) and artist Mike Dangeli (Nisga’a), the members of the Git Hayetsk Dancers are from many Nations along what is now the Northern Northwest Coast of British Columbia and Southeast Alaska. They specialize in the ancient mask dances of their people and the creation of new songs and dances. Mique’l is a dancer and choreographer, and Mike is a carver, composer, and regalia maker.
Through their collaborative process the Dangeli’s work to ensure the history that they are living now will be embodied and passed down in the way of their ancestors--through song, dance, and ceremony. The case study for this lecture is their Photographer's Dance inspired by the career of Tsimshian photographer Benjamin Alfred (B.A.) Haldane (1874-1941). Having opened a portrait studio there in 1899 in Metlakatla, Alaska, B.A. is one of the first Indigenous people to become a professional photographer in North America.
Using archival, community-based research, and Indigenous research methodologies, this lecture demonstrates the complex and provocative ways in which B.A.’s photography was utilized by First Nations people in Alaska and British Columbia to resist colonial oppression of their cultural practices and how that led to the reclamation of B.A.’s photography through dance and ceremony by the Git Hayetsk Dancers and his descendants in Metlakatla, Alaska. This lecture will be followed by a performance by the Git Hayetsk Dancers.
2 pm–4 pm | all ages welcome | free | no registration required
Image courtesy Galt Museum & Archives | Akaisamitohkanao'pa
We invite you to an exhibition evening in partnership with Woods Homes. Come and celebrate with us as we showcase and support our Drop-In Youth Art program participants through an art opening.
5:30–8:30 pm | all ages | registration not required | free
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Join us for an insightful discussion on the complex issues surrounding Palestine and Gaza with Deema Abushaban.
Deema Abushaban: "I am a Palestinian Muslim raised between the West and the Middle East. Palestinian and Muslim are the two parts of my identity I usually mention first to anyone who asks because they are the two that have played the biggest part in shaping who I am today. I come from a long line of Palestinian educators who all fought for the freedom and liberation of Palestinians. I myself am a teacher working to bring everything I’ve learned from my travels, my education, and my family and experiences into my classroom to decolonize curriculum, classroom environments and experiences."
There will be halal food provided to attendees by Beirut shawarma & kabab while supplies last.
6:00–8:00 pm | everyone welcome | free to attend | registration not required
Members of Lethbridge Symphony Orchestra perform at the Galt Museum & Archives
Image courtesy Galt Museum & Archives | Akaisamitohkanao'pa
Join the Lethbridge Symphony's Musaeus String Quartet at the Galt for an afternoon of music for children! This concert is a perfect introduction to classical music for the next generation.
2–3 pm | children to attend with adults | registration not required | museum admission applies | free to members.
Hulleah J. Tsinhnahjinnie
Image courtesy UC Davis
Join us for an engaging evening as we present the Indigenous Radically lecture titled: 'Imaging Ourselves: Portraits & Moments' by Hulleah J. Tsinhnahjinnie, in partnership with Paul McKenzie-Jones, PhD, Associate Professor & Chair of the Department of Indigenous Studies. Hulleah J. Tsinhnahjinnie, born into the Bear clan of the Taskigi Nation, born into Tsi’naajinii clan of the Dine’ Nation, adopted into the Eagle House of Metlakatla, adopted into the Killer Whale Fin House of Klukwan. Tsinhnahjinnie is a multimedia artist known for portraiture/social commentary photo-based works. In addition to creative works, Tsinhnahjinnie is the Director of the C.N. Gorman Museum and Professor in the Native American Studies Department at the University of California, Davis. Tsinhnahjinnie’s work is held in several collections including the National Museum of the Native American Indian, the Museum of Modern Art, The Eiteljorg Museum, the Fred Jones Jr Museum of Art, and the Volkenkunde in Lieden.
6:00 pm–8:00 pm | all ages welcome | free | registration not required.
The Galt’s Gift Shop
Image courtesy Galt Museum & Archives | Akaisamitohkanao'pa
Sample tasty treats, enjoy seasonal beverages, and entertainment. Our relaxed, after-hours shopping experience and newly stocked products allow you to think outside the Christmas box! This event is open to the public. All visitors get a 10% discount, but Annual Pass holders get 20% off on our store products. Can’t make it in the evening? The discounts apply from 10 am to 9 pm that day. Door prizes available.
4–9 pm | free admission | registration not required
An entrepreneur from the Indigenous community is showcasing various clothing items and other products for sale.
Image courtesy Galt Museum & Archives | Akaisamitohkanao'pa
Discover and support Indigenous small businesses by shopping local for authentic art, designs, crafts, and other unique items. We have invited Indigenous artisans, crafters, and entrepreneurs to promote themselves and their products at a market in the compound of Fort Whoop-Up! To inquire about setting up a booth or for any general questions, please contact Kristin Krein at kristin.krein@galtmuseum.com.
12:00–5:00 pm | all ages | free to attend
An entrepreneur from the Indigenous community is showcasing various clothing items and other products for sale.
Image courtesy Galt Museum & Archives | Akaisamitohkanao'pa
Discover and support Indigenous small businesses by shopping local for authentic art, designs, crafts, and other unique items. We have invited Indigenous artisans, crafters, and entrepreneurs to promote themselves and their products at a market in the compound of Fort Whoop-Up! To inquire about setting up a booth or for any general questions, please contact Kristin Krein at kristin.krein@galtmuseum.com.
5:00–8:00 pm | all ages | free to attend
A Métis family: Two Kids flanked by both parents.
Image courtesy Legacy of Hop Foundation.
Come and join us at the Galt Museum & Archives | Akaisamitohkanao'pa to explore the storyboard poster resource: Métis Memories of Residential School. This powerful educational resource was designed to acknowledge, highlight, and share Métis residential school survivor experiences in collaboration with respected Métis Elder Angie Crerar, Author Jude D. Daniels, Canadian artist Lewis Lavoie, Métis community, EA Designs (Emma Grant), Rupertsland Institute (Billie-Jo Grant – Project Lead), Werklund School of Education (Dr. Yvonne Poitras Pratt). Mural image inspired by Métis Artist Samantha Pratt.
1:00–2:00 pm | all ages children to attend with caregiver | registration not required | free
The Astounding Behaviours of Big Brained Creatures: Why are they So Smart?
The Friends of the Galt Museum & Archives cordially invite you to an evening of vibrant conversation and refreshment with Brian Keating: adventurer, pilot, naturalist, scuba diver, mountaineer, author and wildlife tour guide extraordinaire.
Brian has been leading groups in nature-based travel for over three decades, exploring some of the most amazing wildlife areas on the planet. He’s a weekly guest on CBC Radio Calgary and has been recognized for his dedication to environmental efforts with numerous awards and honorary degrees. His inspiring and educational discussion of leadership and the magic of the natural world is not to be missed—there are limited tickets available so reserve your spot today!
$50/person | adults & seniors | doors open at 7 pm, presentation begins at 7:30 | a fundraiser organized by the Friends of the Galt Museum & Archives
Celebrate the Festival of Lights at the Galt! Join us for Diwali at the Galt, featuring rangoli, captivating performances, vibrant dancing, soulful music, and a delectable feast of samosas, laddoo, and chai (while supplies last). Immerse yourself in the festive spirit with stunning decorations and cultural displays, and don't miss the chance to create your very own diya. In partnership with the India Canada Cultural Association, this Diwali celebration promises to be a memorable experience. Don't miss it!
2:00–4:00 pm | adults and seniors | children to attend with caregivers | registration not required | free to attend
Dr. Christine (Tina) Taitano DeLisle
Image courtesy Shekon Neechie
Join us for an engaging lecture titled "Placental Politics: Rewriting Oceanic Histories of Embodied Land Work, Radical Relationalities, and Indigenous Feminisms" by Dr. Tina Taitano DeLisle, in partnership with Paul McKenzie-Jones, Ph.D., Associate Professor & Chair of the Department of Indigenous Studies at the University of Lethbridge. In this thought-provoking talk, Dr. DeLisle delves into the histories of Indigenous Chamoru women laborers in Guåhan during the early twentieth century, examining the complex intersections of their work with the colonial philanthropy of white American women. Tina Taitano DeLisle is an associate professor in the Department of American Indian Studies at the University of Minnesota where she teaches courses in critical Indigenous studies, Indigenous feminisms, Pacific history, heritage studies, and public history.
6:00 pm–8 pm | all ages welcome | free | registration not required
Image courtesy Sikoohkotooki Home Herbalism Circle
Hosted by Jördis Weilandt of Sikoohkotooki Home Herbalism Circle: The intention of the home herbalism circle is to grow a community of plant lovers and home herbalists in the city of Sikoohkotooki and the surrounding region. The home herbalist circle will offer personalized ways for its participants to find their way back to our own ancestral herbal traditions and our innate ability to amplify healing in the community. This program is a drop-in afternoon where you can share your knowledge, plants, and recipes with a like-minded, supportive group.
1:00–4:00 pm | adults and seniors | children to attend with caregiver | registration not required | no cost.
Afro-Fusion Dance
Image courtesy Dancing Spirit Ranch
Arts Marvel's Abdulaziz Sani is leading an introductory lesson in Afro Fusion dance that is suitable for all ages. Come join us and have fun!
6:00–7:30 pm | all ages | children to attend with caregiver | registration required | $10 per person.
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Come join Erin Quan, a death doula in Lethbridge, for a safe and respectful conversation about death and dying. Death Cafes provide a welcoming space for individuals (often strangers) to gather, enjoy tea and cake, and discuss the topic of death. These community-based discussions have no set agenda or theme and are group-directed. Despite the fact that death, dying, and grief are a part of everyone's life, people often avoid talking about it. Death Cafés aim to create a space where people can engage in these discussions freely, with the intention of fostering a more positive and fulfilling life. We welcome all opinions, stories, tears, jokes, and hopes. Join us for a chat about death and leave feeling a little bit lighter.
6:00–8:00 pm | adults and seniors | registration not required | free.
Telescopes set up for observing night sky.
Image courtesy Lethbridge Astronomy Society
Come and join us to explore the wonders of the Blackfoot Sky Science! We are partnering with the Lethbridge Astronomy Society and Napi's Garden's Api'soomaahka to bring you an unforgettable evening of stargazing. The event will be held at the Oldman River Observatory where you can observe the night sky through telescopes. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to witness the beauty of the cosmos!
7:30–9:00 pm | all ages | children to attend with caregivers | registration required | $10 per person | 20 people max.
Faceless dolls.
Image courtesy Christine Cousins on ETFO VOICE
Create your own faceless doll while learning about the annual October 4th Sisters in Spirit Vigil in Lethbridge.
10:30–11:30 am | all ages | materials will be provided | registration required | free to attend.
