International Women's Day Yoga At The Galt
Join instructor Amber Lynn for a serene and empowering afternoon of Yin Yoga, followed by tea and treats. Discover tranquility, nourish your body, and connect with others in a warm and inviting atmosphere.
Join instructor Amber Lynn for a serene and empowering afternoon of Yin Yoga, followed by tea and treats. Discover tranquility, nourish your body, and connect with others in a warm and inviting atmosphere.
Welcome to Stitch the Rainbow!
We are fiber arts enthusiasts who hope to build strong connections and community one stitch at a time. Whether you're into knitting, crochet, embroidery, weaving, or any other fiber craft, this is your space to create, learn, and connect with fellow makers.
Join Amber Hunt, PLCGS, alumni of International Institute of Genealogical Studies who maintains Grounded Collections Family Research as she highlights what information about family history can be found in Masonic and affiliated organizations' records.
You will explore a variety of breathing, and a few other related, techniques in order to enhance relaxation, reduce stress and anxiety, lower blood pressure, increase the immune system's efficacy, decrease pain and improve overall well-being.
Bring your toddler and small children to an interactive morning at the Galt Museum & Archives. A fun-filled morning with toys, activities, book reading, and a private toddler time in the museum to explore the current exhibition
The Galt is hosting the Southern Alberta Regional Heritage Fair for students up to grade nine. The fair program encourages students to explore Canadian heritage in a dynamic, hands-on learning environment. Preparing and presenting a heritage fair project helps students develop critical thinking, historical thinking, writing, research, performance, and public speaking skills. These projects are initially shown in the schools and the best are chosen to present at the Southern Alberta Regional Heritage Fair.
This program provides art activities with a connection to local history, museum exhibitions and culture for adults and seniors, including those requiring accessibility.
Celebrate Black excellence in Southern Alberta through an immersive experience of creativity, entrepreneurship, and cultural expression. The showcase highlights the impact of Black History Month while honouring the contributions of the BIPOC community across art, business, and culture.
Bring your toddler and small children to an interactive morning at the Galt Museum & Archives. A fun-filled morning with toys, activities, book reading, and a private toddler time in the museum to explore the current exhibition
Collaborate with your team to solve a series of puzzles as you race against the clock.
The second annual Sip Happens is a relaxed mixer during SWATCA 2026, inviting education professionals to unwind at the Galt Museum, explore teaching resources, enjoy open galleries, and connect with peers in a welcoming, low‑key setting
Welcome to Stitch the Rainbow!
We are fiber arts enthusiasts who hope to build strong connections and community one stitch at a time. Whether you're into knitting, crochet, embroidery, weaving, or any other fiber craft, this is your space to create, learn, and connect with fellow makers.
Collaborate with your team to solve a series of puzzles as you race against the clock.
From headwaters to Hudson’s Bay, the Oldman River sustains prairie life. Called Napi‑tahtaa by the Nitsitapii, its shifting landscape shows changing human relationships with land.
Step inside Dana Demento’s gloriously off-beat campy DIY dynamo mind for special screenings that celebrate bold, iconic filmmaking in the underground 2SLGBTQIA+ scenes of New York in the 80's and 90's.
Curator Tour: Treasures and Curiosities - Join Galt curators in an educational tour of the most recent exhibit celebrating history, culture and community.
Join artist Carla Beres for a drawing workshop in the Treasures and Curiosities exhibit. Explore artifacts and creativity through playful line sketches that will spark curiosity and self-expression!
Explore Black history and culture through music, drumming, storytelling and shared participation.
Raise a glass and join The Friends of the Galt Museum & Archives for Sip, Savour, Support, an evening of Scotch whisky tasting in the atmospheric Viewing Gallery of the Galt Museum & Archives. Guided by sommelier Stuart Bartwicki, who holds a diploma in single malt Scotch whisky, guests will enjoy a thoughtfully curated tasting exploring the diverse regions of Scotch whisky production and the distinct characteristics that define them.
Step inside Dana Demento’s gloriously off-beat campy DIY dynamo mind for special screenings that celebrate bold, iconic filmmaking in the underground 2SLGBTQIA+ scenes of New York in the 80's and 90's.
Bring your toddler and small children to an interactive morning at the Galt Museum & Archives. A fun-filled morning with toys, activities, book reading, and a private toddler time in the museum to explore the current exhibition
Join artist Carla Beres for a drawing workshop in the Treasures and Curiosities exhibit. Explore artifacts and creativity through playful line sketches that will spark curiosity and self-expression!
Curator Tour: Treasures and Curiosities - Join Galt curators in an educational tour of the most recent exhibit celebrating history, culture and community.
Curious about theatre? Join The Playgoers of Lethbridge to witness what goes into the production of Burn.
This program provides art activities with a connection to local history, museum exhibitions and culture for adults and seniors, including those requiring accessibility
Winter Traditions: Storytelling, Celebration. and Survival
December 20 & 21, 2025 | 10am - 5pm
Step back in time and experience winter at Fort Whoop-Up through stories, language, and traditional skills that celebrate the season’s beauty and resilience. Gather around the fire for tastings of berry soup and pemmican, enjoy a horse-drawn carriage ride, learn the Blackfoot language, learn how to play hand games, storytelling, tea making, winter counts and winter survival activities, Métis jigging, and more. Discover how people on these traditional Blackfoot lands have come together to share warmth, knowledge, and celebration through the long winter months.
Tickets available soon!
10:00–5:00 pm | all ages | Fort Whoop Up admission applies | free to members & self-identified Indigenous peoples | horse rides sold separately
Winter Traditions: Storytelling, Celebration. and Survival
December 20 & 21, 2025 | 10am - 5pm
Step back in time and experience winter at Fort Whoop-Up through stories, language, and traditional skills that celebrate the season’s beauty and resilience. Gather around the fire for tastings of berry soup and pemmican, enjoy a horse-drawn carriage ride, learn the Blackfoot language, learn how to play hand games, storytelling, tea making, winter counts and winter survival activities, Métis jigging, and more. Discover how people on these traditional Blackfoot lands have come together to share warmth, knowledge, and celebration through the long winter months.
10:00–5:00 pm | all ages | Fort Whoop Up admission applies | free to members & self-identified Indigenous peoples | horse rides sold separately
EVENT CANCELLED! SORRY FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE!
Wednesday, December 19, 2025 | 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Sit back and enjoy the Galt's very own, the talented Chris Roedler playing and singing classic, personal favorites and timeless Christmas holiday tunes.
2:00–3:00 PM | adults and seniors | registration not required | museum admission applies | free to members | Galt Museum Viewing Gallery
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 | 5pm - 7:30pm
Felting a holiday ornament with Tyler Alexander!
Fun holiday felting activity, beginner friendly.
5:00–7:00 PM | registration required | $20 non members | free to members
December 09, 2025 | 10:30am - 11:30am
Creative Community, December Edition
This program provides art activities with a connection to local history, museum exhibitions and culture for adults and seniors, including those requiring accessibility.
10:30–11:30 AM | adults and seniors | registration encouraged | museum admission applies | free to members
Sunday, December 07th 2025 | 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Stephane Guevremont lecture: CHRISTMAS AT THE FRONT
This is a unique and very charming lecture about the military origins of Christmas and how it has been celebrated since Jesus' times! "Have a merry, merry lecture with a delightful analysis of Christmas at the front over the ages. Discover the origins of the holiday and the unorthodox ways used by soldiers to celebrate the birth of Jesus on the battlefield: through a medieval tradition, the Christmas tree, the soldiers' dinner, Santa Claus, and the famous 1914 truce. A unique and magical story".
1:30–3:00 PM | registration required | free to members | museum admission applies
Saturday, December 06, 2025 | Pemmican Workshop w/ Charlie Russell
Listen to stories and learn how to make your own pemmican to take home from expert Charlie Russell from Plains Pantry Pemmican. Supplies included.
4:00–6:00pm | all ages | registration encouraged | no cost to participate
Dec 04, 2025, 5 - 6pm | Galt Museum & Archives
Join curators Tyler Stewart and Camina Weasel Moccasin for an exclusive guided tour of Treasures & Curiosities. Discover fascinating stories behind the objects and learn how over 100 community members helped shape this exhibition. Explore the museum’s vast collection—over 17,000 artifacts representing the Nitsitapii (Blackfoot) people, settlers, and newcomers—and uncover the connections between history, culture, and community. What Treasures & Curiosities will you discover?
5:00pm–6:00 PM all ages welcome | registration encouraged | museum admission applies | free to members
Wednesday December 03, 5pm - 7pm
Holiday polymer clay earring workshop w/ Teacher Em
Create a little holiday sparkle this season! Join local artist and teacher Em for a fun Christmas inspired earring-making workshop. Design your own one-of-a-kind earrings inspired by the season. Whether you're making a gift or something special for yourself, you'll leave with beautiful handmade earrings and plenty of holiday spirit. All materials are provided, and no experience is needed — just bring yourself & festive energy!
5:00–7:00 PM | all ages | registration required | $20/ person | free to members
Sat, Nov 29, 2025 | 1pm - 3pm
Spend time in nature with Jony Chief Calf learning about the Blackfoot Language, speaking, making art and connecting with the land.
Free admission for self-identified Indigenous visitors.
Meet at Fort Whoop Up all ages welcome | registration encouraged | no cost to participate | bring a water bottle and walking shoes |
November 28, 2025 | 3 - 4pm | Collections at The Galt
This program provides art activities with a connection to local history, museum exhibitions and culture for adults and seniors, including those requiring accessibility.
3 - 4pm | adults and seniors | registration encouraged | museum admission applies | free to members