Galt Calendar of Events MAY-AUG 2017.pdf

Programs

Event list

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Eats 'n Entertainment

Every Thu evening in JUL and AUG

Join us for fun fireside before bedtime.


6:30-8:30pm


Admission fees apply | Admission includes interpretive tour and a complimentary wagon ride
Every Thu evening in JUL and AUG

Join us for fun fireside before bedtime.


6:30-8:30pm


Admission fees apply | Admission includes interpretive tour and a complimentary wagon ride
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Blackfoot Stories

Listen to Blanche Bruised Head and Learn about Blackfoot Culture
Listen to Blanche Bruised Head and Learn about Blackfoot Culture
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Saturdays at the Fort

Family Program

Saturday Craft Actvity for all ages.

| admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
Family Program

Saturday Craft Actvity for all ages.

| admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
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Saturdays at the Fort

Sat SEP 02


Hike the history – learn the history and role of the river valley.


admission fees apply | admission includes a complimentary wagon ride
Sat SEP 02


Hike the history – learn the history and role of the river valley.


admission fees apply | admission includes a complimentary wagon ride
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Eats ‘n Entertainment

Thu AUG 10

Enjoy the lovely voices of Olivia Tailfeathers and Stephanie Brave Rock as they provide you with a mix of contemporary and traditional music.

admission fees apply | admission includes a complimentary wagon ride
Thu AUG 10

Enjoy the lovely voices of Olivia Tailfeathers and Stephanie Brave Rock as they provide you with a mix of contemporary and traditional music.

admission fees apply | admission includes a complimentary wagon ride
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Saturdays at the Fort

Sat AUG 12

Fur Trader for the day- Come and learn about how the trade system worked.
Sat AUG 12

Fur Trader for the day- Come and learn about how the trade system worked.
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Mini Paddle Boats

Tue AUG 22

Make a mini-paddle boat and learn the history of steam and paddle boats in southern Alberta. You can test your creation in our kiddie pools, or take it home for bath time.

Summer Family Fun | Hands-on history | Families
Tue AUG 22

Make a mini-paddle boat and learn the history of steam and paddle boats in southern Alberta. You can test your creation in our kiddie pools, or take it home for bath time.

Summer Family Fun | Hands-on history | Families
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Eats ‘n Entertainment

Thu AUG 24

Hand Game. Come learn how to play a First Nations guessing game

admission fees apply | admission includes a complimentary wagon ride
Thu AUG 24

Hand Game. Come learn how to play a First Nations guessing game

admission fees apply | admission includes a complimentary wagon ride
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Blackfoot Stories 

Fri AUG 25

Listen to Blanche Bruised Head and learn about Blackfoot Culture

admission fees apply | admission includes a complimentary wagon ride
Fri AUG 25

Listen to Blanche Bruised Head and learn about Blackfoot Culture

admission fees apply | admission includes a complimentary wagon ride
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Saturdays at the Fort

Sat AUG 26

Chinking and daubing program- Come see how the Fort’s walls were made.

admission fees apply | admission includes a complimentary wagon ride
Sat AUG 26

Chinking and daubing program- Come see how the Fort’s walls were made.

admission fees apply | admission includes a complimentary wagon ride
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Watercolour Painting

Tue AUG 29

Experiment with watercolour paints and create a beautiful painting!

Summer Family Fun | Hands-on history | Families
Tue AUG 29

Experiment with watercolour paints and create a beautiful painting!

Summer Family Fun | Hands-on history | Families
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Eats ‘n Entertainment

Thu AUG 31

Food at the Fort- Come and learn about the cooks and various foods that may have been served here.

admission fees apply | admission includes a complimentary wagon ride
Thu AUG 31

Food at the Fort- Come and learn about the cooks and various foods that may have been served here.

admission fees apply | admission includes a complimentary wagon ride
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Just Scan It

Thu AUG 31

Scanning your family photographs is an effective way of preserving them. Digital images easy to copy and share with your loved ones! Come to learn how to scan photographic prints, negatives and slides and store them digitally long term. Basic computer skills required.

Archives Program | Lecture | Adults & Seniors
Thu AUG 31

Scanning your family photographs is an effective way of preserving them. Digital images easy to copy and share with your loved ones! Come to learn how to scan photographic prints, negatives and slides and store them digitally long term. Basic computer skills required.
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Memory Boxes

Fri SEP 01

Decoupage a small box for storing special treasures and find out more about the museum. 

First Friday Fun | Hands-on history | All Ages
Fri SEP 01

Decoupage a small box for storing special treasures and find out more about the museum. 

First Friday Fun | Hands-on history | All Ages
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Blackfoot Stories 

Fri SEP 01

Listen to Blanche Bruised Head and learn about Blackfoot Culture.


admission fees apply | admission includes a complimentary wagon ride
Fri SEP 01

Listen to Blanche Bruised Head and learn about Blackfoot Culture.


admission fees apply | admission includes a complimentary wagon ride
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The Galts' Party

Mon SEP 04

Come for the official unveiling of our new sculpture of Sir Alexander and Elliot Galt and celebration of Sir Alexander’s 200th birthday!  Come see the short film Lethbridge: A Tale of Two Galts, enjoy live music, free cupcakes, kids’ activities and more!  Event presented with the Friends of the Galt and with support from the Community Foundation of Lethbridge and Southwestern Alberta. 

Museum Community Day | All Ages | Free Admission
Mon SEP 04

Come for the official unveiling of our new sculpture of Sir Alexander and Elliot Galt and celebration of Sir Alexander’s 200th birthday!  Come see the short film Lethbridge: A Tale of Two Galts, enjoy live music, free cupcakes, kids’ activities and mor...
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Jazzed Up Country

Wed SEP 06

Come hear a musical performance featuring the country sounds of Floyd Sillito and the jazz workings of Don, Randy and Reno who form the trio Standard Time. 

Wednesday at the Galt | Performance | Adults & Seniors
Wed SEP 06

Come hear a musical performance featuring the country sounds of Floyd Sillito and the jazz workings of Don, Randy and Reno who form the trio Standard Time. 

Wednesday at the Galt | Performance | Adults & Seniors
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Searching for Images

Thu SEP 07

Did you know that the Galt Archives has over 70,000 images available for preview online? This program will help you learn how to find old photographs of Lethbridge and Southwest Alberta using an online search.

Archives Program | Lecture | Adults & Seniors
Thu SEP 07

Did you know that the Galt Archives has over 70,000 images available for preview online? This program will help you learn how to find old photographs of Lethbridge and Southwest Alberta using an online search.

Archives Program | Lecture | Adults & Seniors
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Coal Mining in the Crowsnest Pass

Wed SEP 20

Steven Brown will provide a brief examination into the history of underground coal mining and the people of the Crowsnest Pass region during the first half of the 20th century.
Wednesday at the Galt | Lecture | Adults & Seniors

admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
Wed SEP 20

Steven Brown will provide a brief examination into the history of underground coal mining and the people of the Crowsnest Pass region during the first half of the 20th century.
Wednesday at the Galt | Lecture | Adults & Seniors

admission fees apply [incl. ex...
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Fairy Gardens

Thu SEP 21

Create a miniature fairy garden and find out more about the origins of fairies in European folklore.

Galt Workshops | Hands-on history | Adults & Seniors | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
Thu SEP 21

Create a miniature fairy garden and find out more about the origins of fairies in European folklore.

Galt Workshops | Hands-on history | Adults & Seniors | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
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Dieppe: 75 Years Later

Sun SEP 24

Military Historian Dr. Stéphane Guevremont will discuss the fateful 1942 raid on the French port of Dieppe where 5,000 Canadian troops and their allies assaulted the Atlantic Wall. Learn about the planning, controversy and aftermath of the operation.

Café Galt | Lecture | Adults & Seniors | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
Sun SEP 24

Military Historian Dr. Stéphane Guevremont will discuss the fateful 1942 raid on the French port of Dieppe where 5,000 Canadian troops and their allies assaulted the Atlantic Wall. Learn about the planning, controversy and aftermath of the operation.

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Fall Colouring

Wed OCT 04

Discover the origins of Thanskgiving and participate in a relaxing session of adult colouring.

Daytime Galt Workshops | Hands-on history | Adults & Seniors | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
Wed OCT 04

Discover the origins of Thanskgiving and participate in a relaxing session of adult colouring.

Daytime Galt Workshops | Hands-on history | Adults & Seniors | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
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Outrunning the Law to Music

Wed OCT 04

Enjoy a musical performance by Chris Roedler that explores the history, artists and songs of the prohibition era.

Wednesday at the Galt | Performance | Adults & Seniors | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
Wed OCT 04

Enjoy a musical performance by Chris Roedler that explores the history, artists and songs of the prohibition era.

Wednesday at the Galt | Performance | Adults & Seniors | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
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Artist Trading Cards

Fri OCT 06 

Learn about the origin of trading cards, start a collection of artist trading cards and if you choose, trade a card or two with another workshop participant

First Friday Fun | Hands-on history | All Ages | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access]| free to annual pass holders
Fri OCT 06 

Learn about the origin of trading cards, start a collection of artist trading cards and if you choose, trade a card or two with another workshop participant

First Friday Fun | Hands-on history | All Ages | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access]| free to...
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Napkin Rings

Sat OCT 07

Paint a set of napkin rings you can use at your Thanksgiving dinner this weekend!

Saturdays at 1:00 | Hands-on history | Families | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
Sat OCT 07

Paint a set of napkin rings you can use at your Thanksgiving dinner this weekend!

Saturdays at 1:00 | Hands-on history | Families | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
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Indigenous History Program

OCT 10–DEC 12

Every Tuesday morning from 10:30–noon, from October 10 to December 12, 2017, we will explore Indigenous history through story-telling and hands-on activities. This program is a community resource for individuals seeking to understand self or others. The program will be offered in the spirit of health, respect and truth, responding to our responsibility to learn our collective history. This program is best suited for individuals over 15 years of age.
Supported by the Friends of the Galt and Alberta Canada 150

Admission fees apply [free to annual pass holders] | Hands-on History
OCT 10–DEC 12

Every Tuesday morning from 10:30–noon, from October 10 to December 12, 2017, we will explore Indigenous history through story-telling and hands-on activities. This program is a community resource for individuals seeking to understand self or others. The program w...
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Pasta & Seed Art

Wed OCT 11
 
Make a beautiful piece of art using dried pasta and seeds. You’ll also find out about the history of pasta and infamous Italian immigrant Emilio Picariello, whose story is explored in our special exhibit.

Daytime Galt Workshops | Hands-on history | Adults & Seniors | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
Wed OCT 11
 
Make a beautiful piece of art using dried pasta and seeds. You’ll also find out about the history of pasta and infamous Italian immigrant Emilio Picariello, whose story is explored in our special exhibit.

Daytime Galt Workshops | Hands-on history | Adult...
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Felted Scarves

Thu OCT 12
 
Find out about the origin of the scarf and create a felted silk scarf.

Galt Workshops | Hands-on history | Adults & Seniors | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
Thu OCT 12
 
Find out about the origin of the scarf and create a felted silk scarf.

Galt Workshops | Hands-on history | Adults & Seniors | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
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Paper Tepees

Sat OCT 14

Make a paper teepee and find out more about tepees from the Galt’s Kainai Interpreter Blanche Bruisedhead.

Saturdays at 1:00 | Hands-on history | Families | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
Sat OCT 14

Make a paper teepee and find out more about tepees from the Galt’s Kainai Interpreter Blanche Bruisedhead.

Saturdays at 1:00 | Hands-on history | Families | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
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Ice Cream Social

Sun Oct 15
 
Come make and enjoy your own ice cream! You’ll also find out about the history of this delicious treat and Emilio Picariello’s ice cream business.

Special Family Program | All Ages
Sun Oct 15
 
Come make and enjoy your own ice cream! You’ll also find out about the history of this delicious treat and Emilio Picariello’s ice cream business.

Special Family Program | All Ages
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Artist Trading Cards

Wed OCT 18
 
Learn about the origin of trading cards, start a collection of artist trading cards and if you choose, trade a card or two with another workshop participant.

Daytime Galt Workshops | Hands-on history | Adults & Seniors | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
Wed OCT 18
 
Learn about the origin of trading cards, start a collection of artist trading cards and if you choose, trade a card or two with another workshop participant.

Daytime Galt Workshops | Hands-on history | Adults & Seniors | admission fees apply [incl. exh...
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Our Home and Native Land

Wed OCT 18
 
Lisa Hildebrand will share a photo collection that tells a narrative of history. Perhaps a narrative not found as easily as some. A history of the many peoples, and ‘homes’; and what made this region of South-western Alberta home to so many.

Wednesday at the Galt | Lecture | Adults & Seniors | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
Wed OCT 18
 
Lisa Hildebrand will share a photo collection that tells a narrative of history. Perhaps a narrative not found as easily as some. A history of the many peoples, and ‘homes’; and what made this region of South-western Alberta home to so many.
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World Archaeology Day

Sat OCT 21

Join the Archaeological Society of Lethbridge to find out more about archaeology with fun activities! Try out the dig boxes and make an ancient tool called an atlatl and a traditional clay pinch pot.

Saturdays at 1:00 | Hands-on history | Families admission | fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
Sat OCT 21

Join the Archaeological Society of Lethbridge to find out more about archaeology with fun activities! Try out the dig boxes and make an ancient tool called an atlatl and a traditional clay pinch pot.

Saturdays at 1:00 | Hands-on history | Families admission | fe...
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(D)Rumrunners: The Bootlegging History of Drumheller

Sun OCT 22
 
Pam Hodder will discuss the fascinating bootlegging history of Drumheller. Founded as a coal mining community, Drumheller had its fair share of men looking for ways to pass time. During prohibition, one of the main activities these men would do became illegal – but of course that’s never stopped people before.

Café Galt | Lecture | Adults & Seniors | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
Sun OCT 22
 
Pam Hodder will discuss the fascinating bootlegging history of Drumheller. Founded as a coal mining community, Drumheller had its fair share of men looking for ways to pass time. During prohibition, one of the main activities these men would do became ill...
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Painted Tile Coasters

Wed OCT 25
 
Discover the history behind the coaster and find out about Lethbridge’s own Fritz Sick Brewery then make a unique set of coasters.

Daytime Galt Workshops | Hands-on history | Adults & Seniors | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
Wed OCT 25
 
Discover the history behind the coaster and find out about Lethbridge’s own Fritz Sick Brewery then make a unique set of coasters.

Daytime Galt Workshops | Hands-on history | Adults & Seniors | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free t...
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A Short History of Piano Music

Thu OCT 26
 
Join Bente Hansen for a concert in which she will play music from various eras and talk about how the music evolved. Bente will start in the Baroque and move forward through the different musical eras, ending in the present day.

Café Galt | Performance | Adults & Seniors | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
Thu OCT 26
 
Join Bente Hansen for a concert in which she will play music from various eras and talk about how the music evolved. Bente will start in the Baroque and move forward through the different musical eras, ending in the present day.

Café Galt | Performance...
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Creative Pouches

Wed NOV 01
  
Decorate a cloth pouch you can use to store collectibles in or use it as a gift bag.

Daytime Galt Workshops | Hands-on history | Adults & Seniors | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
Wed NOV 01
  
Decorate a cloth pouch you can use to store collectibles in or use it as a gift bag.

Daytime Galt Workshops | Hands-on history | Adults & Seniors | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
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Dad’s Story

Wed NOV 01

Two trunks full of Second World War memorabilia offered Wendy Aitkens a unique opportunity to learn of her Dad’s wartime experiences.

Wednesday at the Galt | Lecture | Adults & Seniors | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
Wed NOV 01

Two trunks full of Second World War memorabilia offered Wendy Aitkens a unique opportunity to learn of her Dad’s wartime experiences.

Wednesday at the Galt | Lecture | Adults & Seniors | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pas...
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String Art

Thu NOV 02 

Use a hammer, nails and coloured string to make a beautiful string art wall hanging.

Galt Workshops | Hands-on history | Adults & Seniors | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
Thu NOV 02 

Use a hammer, nails and coloured string to make a beautiful string art wall hanging.

Galt Workshops | Hands-on history | Adults & Seniors | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
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Mountain Landscapes

Fri NOV 03

Create a painting inspired by one of the many artworks in the Galt’s collections featuring the mountain landscape.

First Friday Fun | Hands-on history | All Ages | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
Fri NOV 03

Create a painting inspired by one of the many artworks in the Galt’s collections featuring the mountain landscape.

First Friday Fun | Hands-on history | All Ages | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
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Métis History & Culture

Sat NOV 04

Join members of the Métis Local 2003 for Métis storytelling, displays and fun activities!

Saturdays at 1:00 | Hands-on history | Families | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
Sat NOV 04

Join members of the Métis Local 2003 for Métis storytelling, displays and fun activities!

Saturdays at 1:00 | Hands-on history | Families | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
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U-Boats Against Canada

Sun NOV 05 

Military Historian Dr. Stéphane Guevremont will share a multimedia lecture with rare photos and combat footage! Learn about the German submarine attacks in Canadian waters in 1942, a turning point for both Nazi Germany and Canada amidst the Battle of the Atlantic.

Café Galt | Lecture | Adults & Seniors | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
Sun NOV 05 

Military Historian Dr. Stéphane Guevremont will share a multimedia lecture with rare photos and combat footage! Learn about the German submarine attacks in Canadian waters in 1942, a turning point for both Nazi Germany and Canada amidst the Battle...
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Poppy Art

Wed NOV 08 

Create a piece of art for Remembrance Day and learn more about the significance of the poppy and the military history of Lethbridge.

Daytime Galt Workshops | Hands-on history | Adults & Seniors | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] free to annual pass holders
Wed NOV 08 

Create a piece of art for Remembrance Day and learn more about the significance of the poppy and the military history of Lethbridge.

Daytime Galt Workshops | Hands-on history | Adults & Seniors | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] free to ann...
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Remembrance Show and Tell with Glenn Miller & Elise Pundyk

Thu NOV 09

Local history expert, Glenn Miller, presents 11 museum artifacts and shares 11 amazing stories behind them.

Archives Program | Lecture | Adults & Seniors  | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
Thu NOV 09

Local history expert, Glenn Miller, presents 11 museum artifacts and shares 11 amazing stories behind them.

Archives Program | Lecture | Adults & Seniors  | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
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Poppy Paintings

Sat NOV 11
 
Find out about Remembrance Day and the meaning behind the poppy then make a beautiful poppy painting.

Saturdays at 1:00 | Hands-on history | Families | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
Sat NOV 11
 
Find out about Remembrance Day and the meaning behind the poppy then make a beautiful poppy painting.

Saturdays at 1:00 | Hands-on history | Families | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
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Decorative Bottles

Wed NOV 15

Decoupage a glass bottle and find out more about prohibition and the story of Emilio Picariello.

Daytime Galt Workshops | Hands-on history | Adults & Seniors | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
Wed NOV 15

Decoupage a glass bottle and find out more about prohibition and the story of Emilio Picariello.

Daytime Galt Workshops | Hands-on history | Adults & Seniors | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
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A Sick History of Lethbridge

Wed NOV 15

Beer and beer making have a long tradition in Lethbridge. Belinda Crowson will share the stories of Lethbridge’s breweries and the people behind the brews from the small hop breweries of the late 1800s to the role Sick’s and Molson played in our community.

Wednesday at the Galt | Lecture | Adults & Seniors | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
Wed NOV 15

Beer and beer making have a long tradition in Lethbridge. Belinda Crowson will share the stories of Lethbridge’s breweries and the people behind the brews from the small hop breweries of the late 1800s to the role Sick’s and Molson played in our co...
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Decorative Bottles

Sat NOV 18
 
Decoupage a glass bottle and find out more about the story of Emilio Picariello featured in our special exhibit.
Saturdays at 1:00 | Hands-on history | Families | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access]| free to annual pass holders
Sat NOV 18
 
Decoupage a glass bottle and find out more about the story of Emilio Picariello featured in our special exhibit.
Saturdays at 1:00 | Hands-on history | Families | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access]| free to annual pass holders
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Booze & Bars: Pic + Sick

Sun NOV 19

Emilio Picariello is arguably the most notorious bootlegger in Canadian history; he also operated the Alberta Hotel in Blairmore, Crowsnest Pass. Historian Stephanie Laine Hamilton will explore Picariello, his Alberta Hotel, and his Lethbridge connections to Fritz Sick and his brewery.

Café Galt | Lecture | Adults & Seniors | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
Sun NOV 19

Emilio Picariello is arguably the most notorious bootlegger in Canadian history; he also operated the Alberta Hotel in Blairmore, Crowsnest Pass. Historian Stephanie Laine Hamilton will explore Picariello, his Alberta Hotel, and his Lethbridge connections to F...
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Mountain Landscapes

Wed NOV 22

Create a painting inspired by one of the many artworks in the Galt’s collections featuring the mountain landscape.

Daytime Galt Workshops | Hands-on history | Adults & Seniors | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
Wed NOV 22

Create a painting inspired by one of the many artworks in the Galt’s collections featuring the mountain landscape.

Daytime Galt Workshops | Hands-on history | Adults & Seniors | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holder...
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Blackfoot Postcards with Lisa Hildebrand

Thu NOV 23

Depictions of Aboriginal people were long used for postcards. Traditionally they conveyed the “noble savage” stereotype, an exotic other. Lisa Hildebrand decided to upend the tradition and let the Blackfoot people choose depictions of themselves. This idea resulted into an innovative postcard series published by the Galt.

Archives Program | Lecture | Adults & Seniors | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
Thu NOV 23

Depictions of Aboriginal people were long used for postcards. Traditionally they conveyed the “noble savage” stereotype, an exotic other. Lisa Hildebrand decided to upend the tradition and let the Blackfoot people choose depictions of themselves. T...
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Storytelling

Sat NOV 25
 
Betty Skonnord will be here to share fabulous stories. Come listen and make a craft!

Saturdays at 1:00 | Hands-on history | Families | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
Sat NOV 25
 
Betty Skonnord will be here to share fabulous stories. Come listen and make a craft!

Saturdays at 1:00 | Hands-on history | Families | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
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Card Making

Wed NOV 29

Use archival photos, scrapbook paper and other supplies to make creative cards for the upcoming holidays and other special occasions.

Daytime Galt Workshops | Hands-on history | Adults & Seniors | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
Wed NOV 29

Use archival photos, scrapbook paper and other supplies to make creative cards for the upcoming holidays and other special occasions.

Daytime Galt Workshops | Hands-on history | Adults & Seniors | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual...
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Holiday Ornaments

Fri DEC 01 

Find out about the history of the tree ornament and make a variety ornaments you can use to decorate or give as gifts.

First Friday Fun | Hands-on history | All Ages  | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access]| free to annual pass holders
Fri DEC 01 

Find out about the history of the tree ornament and make a variety ornaments you can use to decorate or give as gifts.

First Friday Fun | Hands-on history | All Ages  | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access]| free to annual pass holders
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Paper Mosaics

Sat DEC 02 

Find out about the history of mosaics and make a piece of art inspired by this technique.

Saturdays at 1:00 | Hands-on history | Families | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access]| free to annual pass holders
Sat DEC 02 

Find out about the history of mosaics and make a piece of art inspired by this technique.

Saturdays at 1:00 | Hands-on history | Families | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access]| free to annual pass holders
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Bert Riggall: I to the Hills will Life Mine Eyes

Sun DEC 03

Nicole Ensing and Brittany Watson from the Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies will discuss the exhibit they co-curated. Bert Riggall’s photographs take the viewer beyond iconic or popular views of the Canadian Rocky Mountains, exposing a distinct interpretation of life in the Rockies that contributes to our sense of place and how we today, see ourselves in relation to the Rocky Mountains.

Café Galt | Lecture | Adults & Seniors | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
Sun DEC 03

Nicole Ensing and Brittany Watson from the Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies will discuss the exhibit they co-curated. Bert Riggall’s photographs take the viewer beyond iconic or popular views of the Canadian Rocky Mountains, exposing...
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Holiday Ornaments

Wed DEC 06

Find out about the history of the tree ornament and make a variety ornaments you can use to decorate or give as gifts.

Daytime Galt Workshops | Hands-on history | Adults & Seniors | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
Wed DEC 06

Find out about the history of the tree ornament and make a variety ornaments you can use to decorate or give as gifts.

Daytime Galt Workshops | Hands-on history | Adults & Seniors | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
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Archaeological Excavations at the 1870’s Fort Macleod Townsite

Wed DEC 06

During the fall of 2016 Atlatl Archaeological conducted mitigative excavations on Macleod Island. Archaeologists Rachel Lindemann and Rob Wondrasek will discuss the artifacts and features uncovered at the site and how they relate to First Nations, NWMP and the original town.

Wednesday at the Galt | Lecture | Adults & Seniors | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
Wed DEC 06

During the fall of 2016 Atlatl Archaeological conducted mitigative excavations on Macleod Island. Archaeologists Rachel Lindemann and Rob Wondrasek will discuss the artifacts and features uncovered at the site and how they relate to First Nati...
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Art Deco Gift Tags

Thu DEC 07 

Explore the history and features of the art deco style and use this as inspiration to create hand printed gift tags.

Galt Workshops | Hands-on history | Adults & Seniors | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
Thu DEC 07 

Explore the history and features of the art deco style and use this as inspiration to create hand printed gift tags.

Galt Workshops | Hands-on history | Adults & Seniors | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
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Christmas Stockings

Sat DEC 09 

Embellish a felt Christmas stocking and explore the history behind this tradition.

Saturdays at 1:00 | Hands-on history | Families | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
Sat DEC 09 

Embellish a felt Christmas stocking and explore the history behind this tradition.

Saturdays at 1:00 | Hands-on history | Families | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
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Research Your House with Kevin MacLean

Thu DEC 14

Have you ever wondered about the history of your home? Kevin Maclean, neighbourhood heritage enthusiast, will help you discover how to research your home and the neighborhood around it. He will share research tools and methods so that you can discover your home’s origins and the voices of its inhabitants in the time since it was constructed.

Archives Program | Lecture | Adults & Seniors | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
Thu DEC 14

Have you ever wondered about the history of your home? Kevin Maclean, neighbourhood heritage enthusiast, will help you discover how to research your home and the neighborhood around it. He will share research tools and methods so that you can discover your...
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Pasta & Seed Art

Sat DEC 16
 
Make a beautiful piece of art using dried pasta and seeds. You’ll also find out about the history of pasta and infamous Italian immigrant Emilio Picariello, whose story is explored in our special exhibit.

Saturdays at 1:00 | Hands-on history | Families | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
Sat DEC 16
 
Make a beautiful piece of art using dried pasta and seeds. You’ll also find out about the history of pasta and infamous Italian immigrant Emilio Picariello, whose story is explored in our special exhibit.

Saturdays at 1:00 | Hands-on history | Families&nb...
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Reflections on Residential Schools

Wed DEC 20 

Learn about the history and impact of residential schools from Kainai Interpreter Blanche Bruisedhead and watch the documentary Second Stories: It Had to Be Done, which explores the legacy of residential schools through the eyes of two extraordinary women. Film shown in partnership with the Yorkton Film Festival.

Wednesday at the Galt | Lecture | Adults & Seniors | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
Wed DEC 20 

Learn about the history and impact of residential schools from Kainai Interpreter Blanche Bruisedhead and watch the documentary Second Stories: It Had to Be Done, which explores the legacy of residential schools through the eyes of two e...
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Holiday Cards

Sat DEC 23 

Use archival photos, scrapbook paper and other supplies to make creative cards for the upcoming holidays.

Saturdays at 1:00 | Hands-on history | Families | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
Sat DEC 23 

Use archival photos, scrapbook paper and other supplies to make creative cards for the upcoming holidays.

Saturdays at 1:00 | Hands-on history | Families | admission fees apply [incl. exhibit access] | free to annual pass holders
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Paper Airplanes

Tue JAN 02

Make and fly a variety of paper airplanes while exploring the aviation history of southern Alberta.

We’re reprising our Top 5 Saturdays at 1:00 and Summer Family Fun programs with the support of the Green Acres Kiwanis Club of Lethbridge.

Top 5 Family Programs | Hands-on history | Families

Tue JAN 02

Make and fly a variety of paper airplanes while exploring the aviation history of southern Alberta.

We’re reprising our Top 5 Saturdays at 1:00 and Summer Family Fun programs with the support of the Green Acres Kiwanis Club of Lethbridge.

Top 5 F...

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Sock Puppets

Wed JAN 03

Make a sock puppet and get ready for many hours of fun and pretend play.

We’re reprising our Top 5 Saturdays at 1:00 and Summer Family Fun programs with the support of the Green Acres Kiwanis Club of Lethbridge.

Top 5 Family Programs | Hands-on history | Families
Wed JAN 03

Make a sock puppet and get ready for many hours of fun and pretend play.

We’re reprising our Top 5 Saturdays at 1:00 and Summer Family Fun programs with the support of the Green Acres Kiwanis Club of Lethbridge.

Top 5 Family Programs | Hands-on hist...
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Watercolour Painting

Thu JAN 04

Experiment with watercolour paints and create a beautiful painting!

We’re reprising our Top 5 Saturdays at 1:00 and Summer Family Fun programs with the support of the Green Acres Kiwanis Club of Lethbridge.

Top 5 Family Programs | Hands-on history | Families
Thu JAN 04

Experiment with watercolour paints and create a beautiful painting!

We’re reprising our Top 5 Saturdays at 1:00 and Summer Family Fun programs with the support of the Green Acres Kiwanis Club of Lethbridge.

Top 5 Family Programs | Hands-on history |...
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Felted Soap

Fri JAN 05

Get your hands wet and soapy! Find out about the fur trade and make a felted bar of soap.

We’re reprising our Top 5 Saturdays at 1:00 and Summer Family Fun programs with the support of the Green Acres Kiwanis Club of Lethbridge.

Top 5 Family Programs | Hands-on history | Families
Fri JAN 05

Get your hands wet and soapy! Find out about the fur trade and make a felted bar of soap.

We’re reprising our Top 5 Saturdays at 1:00 and Summer Family Fun programs with the support of the Green Acres Kiwanis Club of Lethbridge.

Top 5 Family Progr...
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Paper Mosaics

Sat JAN 06

Find out about the history of mosaics and make a piece of art inspired by this technique.

We’re reprising our Top 5 Saturdays at 1:00 and Summer Family Fun programs with the support of the Green Acres Kiwanis Club of Lethbridge.

Top 5 Family Programs | Hands-on history | Families
Sat JAN 06

Find out about the history of mosaics and make a piece of art inspired by this technique.

We’re reprising our Top 5 Saturdays at 1:00 and Summer Family Fun programs with the support of the Green Acres Kiwanis Club of Lethbridge.

Top 5 Family Program...
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