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We’re asking Albertans to send us letters, photos and illustrations about this unique time we are living through.

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We know art and culture can provide inspiration, solace, and, most importantly, a sense of connection to the people and world around us. Our mission is to activate art, objects, and ideas so everyone who experiences Glenbow leaves with something to share.

Stampede Queen 1954: Evelyn Eagle Speaker (Locker)

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Evelyn Eagle Speaker (Locker) was crowned Stampede Queen in 1954. She was the first — and remains the only — First Nations woman to hold that title. Tours

Stories of Gay Calgary: A Conversation with Kevin Allen

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Kevin Allen is the founder of the Gay History Project, an ongoing initiative to document the lived history of Calgary’s LGBTQ2+ community. He is also a fourth-generation Calgarian, the first historian-in-residence at Calgary’s Central Public Library and the author of Our… Tours

Stampede Behind-the-Scenes Tour: #1

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The Calgary Stampede is such a part of life in Calgary that it has become a part of our civic identity. Today we are bringing you a virtual behind-the-scenes tour of some of our favourite Stampede-related objects. Tours
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Enclosing Some Snapshots

The Photography of Métis Activist James Brady

James Brady’s life (1908-1968) is intrinsically linked to the history and politics of Métis communities in western Canada. While he is known foremost as a political organizer and activist, he was also a prolific photographer, with his camera always in… Exhibition
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Dynamic Connections

Threads of Living Memory

Drawing on Glenbow’s Inuit textiles collection and loans from across Canada, objects and artworks are manifestations of the dynamic connections between the makers, the viewers, the land, the spirit world and future generations of memory makers. Exhibition
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Metamorphosis

Contemporary Canadian Portraits

Commemoration, mortality, renewal. These are some of the themes explored in Metamorphosis: Contemporary Canadian Portraits, the latest exhibition collaboration between Glenbow and Library and Archives Canada. Exhibition
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Glenbow Blog

Stories & Conversations

Venture beyond the physical museum with artists, curators and interesting people from around the world. Stay up-to-date on all the latest Glenbow news.

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Curator Q+A: Ann Morin on Vivian Maier

When curator Anne Morin first encountered the work of Vivian Maier, the mysterious photographer’s name was but a whisper among a select few individuals.
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The Blackfoot Language Revival

Sheldon First Rider has spearheaded a Blackfoot Language program at Glenbow which is offered as part of the larger Indigenous Studies school program.
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A Vivian Maier Primer

When Vivian Maier's cache of photographs was discovered in 2007, a door was opened onto a fascinating art world mystery that has continued to twist and evolve, unspooling new threads even now, well over a decade later. Beyond the core story – Vivian Maier was an extremely pri ...
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The Eagle Has Landed

Earlier this week local history buff Alan Zakrison posted an interesting tidbit about a long-gone landmark -- a large metal eagle statue that spent decades perched on top of a building at 10 Avenue and 4 Street SW.
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Family Fun: Must-Sees-and-Dos at Glenbow

For many, the holiday season means time with the family, which makes Glenbow an ideal destination over the Christmas break. With over 90,000 square feet chock full of art and history, we guarantee that you and your crew will never get bored. If anything, you might be left won ...
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Winter 2020 Exhibitions Preview, Pt. 2

Although our Winter 2020 exhibition season officially kicks off on February 8, that's not the end of our new offerings. We've dug deep into our collections, collaborated with some amazing individuals and institutions, and have come up with a full slate of shows that will open ...
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Glenbow Reimagined

We’re embarking on a renovation that will transform our building into a cultural landmark offering unparalleled access to Glenbow’s diverse collection of art and objects and exhibitions from around the world.

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