No. 6 will take centre stage as Belinda Crowson of the Lethbridge Historical Society shares stories from the miners, residents and business owners who called Hardieville home.
Enjoy an evening of entertainment featuring actors from New West Theatre and hear intriguing stories about the Blackfoot, Métis, Canadians and American Whisky traders in the late 1800s. Feast fort style on a pioneer dinner highlighting locally-sourced foods. Break bread with the locals and new-found friends from around the world.
Guided historic walking tours of the cemetery
Examine how archival photographs can be used as unique, decorative art work at home or in a business. Attendees have a chance to win a 16" x 22" archival print of the winner’s choosing.
Fort Whoop-Up is excited to partner with New West Theater to present Trader Tales—a fun, interactive evening. The stories brought to life cover parts of the rich history of Fort Whoop-Up and southern Alberta.
Discover the cultural, historical & natural treasures of Lethbridge! Explore a new venue each day!
Make a gnome, explore the history behind these magical creatures and find out more about community gardens.
Enjoy an evening of entertainment featuring actors from New West Theatre and hear intriguing stories about the Blackfoot, Métis, Canadians and American Whisky traders in the late 1800s. Feast fort style on a pioneer dinner highlighting locally-sourced foods. Break bread with the locals and new-found friends from around the world.
Try out some beginner watercolour techniques and find out more about the exhibit The Wild Spirit: Women in the Rocky Mountains of Canada.
Fort Whoop-Up is excited to partner with New West Theater to present Trader Tales—a fun, interactive evening. The stories brought to life cover parts of the rich history of Fort Whoop-Up and southern Alberta.
Beat the heat and join us for our annual ice cream social! Make your own ice cream and explore the history of this tasty treat.
Guided historic walking tours of the cemetery
Enjoy an evening of entertainment featuring actors from New West Theatre and hear intriguing stories about the Blackfoot, Métis, Canadians and American Whisky traders in the late 1800s. Feast fort style on a pioneer dinner highlighting locally-sourced foods. Break bread with the locals and new-found friends from around the world.
Guided historic walking tours of the cemetery
Fort Whoop-Up is excited to partner with New West Theater to present Trader Tales—a fun, interactive evening. The stories brought to life cover parts of the rich history of Fort Whoop-Up and southern Alberta.
Come celebrate Heritage Day in a pioneer way. Step back in time while participating in hands-on activities from the 1800s.
Find out more about the exhibit Places and Traces: Our Neighbourhoods and make a bracelet to give to a friend or neighbour.
Members of the London Road Neighbourhood Association including Kate Connolly, Garfield Bland and Joe Gryszczuk will share photos and history of some of the famous and lesser known gems in this unique and beautiful neighbourhood.
Enjoy an evening of entertainment featuring actors from New West Theatre and hear intriguing stories about the Blackfoot, Métis, Canadians and American Whisky traders in the late 1800s. Feast fort style on a pioneer dinner highlighting locally-sourced foods. Break bread with the locals and new-found friends from around the world.
Fort Whoop-Up is excited to partner with New West Theater to present Trader Tales—a fun, interactive evening. The stories brought to life cover parts of the rich history of Fort Whoop-Up and southern Alberta.
Be inspired by the objects in our collections and create a one-of-a-kind wall hanging.
The day starts at the museum with a fascinating talk on the culture and history of Hutterites in southern Alberta. Next, you’ll travel to Wilson Hutterite Colony for a guided tour and delicious lunch! Don’t forget to bring a bit of cash if you’d like to buy some fresh veggies or homemade buns.
Discover the cultural, historical & natural treasures of Lethbridge! Explore a new venue each day!
Learn about the fur trade and try out wet felting to create some colourful wool shapes.
Guided historic walking tours of the cemetery
Enjoy an evening of entertainment featuring actors from New West Theatre and hear intriguing stories about the Blackfoot, Métis, Canadians and American Whisky traders in the late 1800s. Feast fort style on a pioneer dinner highlighting locally-sourced foods. Break bread with the locals and new-found friends from around the world.
Guided historic walking tours of the cemetery
Fort Whoop-Up is excited to partner with New West Theater to present Trader Tales—a fun, interactive evening. The stories brought to life cover parts of the rich history of Fort Whoop-Up and southern Alberta.
Examine the latest resources available for researchers at our archives. Look at new accessions from the last seven years that will be useful to genealogists and Lethbridge history enthusiasts alike.
Don your western wear and join the businesses of Scenic Plaza at our annual Whoop-Up Days fundraiser. Enjoy beef-on-a-bun, beans and a pop, entertainment, face painting and a whoop-up good time!
Hear more about the exhibit The Wild Spirit: Women in the Rocky Mountains of Canada and create art featuring mountains.
The Lethbridge Police Service has a dedicated team of members who are assigned to the downtown area of the city. These officers work diligently to keep the downtown safe by patrolling on foot, bike and the very recognizable Downtown Patrol Unit van. Join members of the unit to find out about their efforts collaborating with community partners working on the issues faced by the downtown, connecting with businesses and citizens, and taking ownership of this neighbourhood.
Enjoy an evening of entertainment featuring actors from New West Theatre and hear intriguing stories about the Blackfoot, Métis, Canadians and American Whisky traders in the late 1800s. Feast fort style on a pioneer dinner highlighting locally-sourced foods. Break bread with the locals and new-found friends from around the world.
Fort Whoop-Up is excited to partner with New West Theater to present Trader Tales—a fun, interactive evening. The stories brought to life cover parts of the rich history of Fort Whoop-Up and southern Alberta.
A neighbourhood that develops and grows relationships between residents is a neighbourhood that nurtures community health and resilience. But how is this relationship-building achieved? What do neighbours value in their sense of “neighbourhood”? Kevin MacLean of the Upper Vic Neighbourhood Association and Aimee Benoit, PdD Candidate at the University of Lethbridge, will share their knowledge and experiences on the benefits of engaging neighbours around “place” and how to build that engagement from the ground up.
Learn about Lethbridge's early schools and make some items that will help get you ready for back to school.
Enjoy an evening of entertainment featuring actors from New West Theatre and hear intriguing stories about the Blackfoot, Métis, Canadians and American Whisky traders in the late 1800s. Feast fort style on a pioneer dinner highlighting locally-sourced foods. Break bread with the locals and new-found friends from around the world.
Fort Whoop-Up is excited to partner with New West Theater to present Trader Tales—a fun, interactive evening. The stories brought to life cover parts of the rich history of Fort Whoop-Up and southern Alberta.
Take a look at the increasing availability of electronic resources for uncovering your family history. Focus on the new online database at the Galt.
Get ready for a weekend of fun as we wrap up another successful summer season at Fort Whoop-Up! We have three days of hands-on activities and fun planned for the whole family. On September 1, South Alberta Horse Artillery will help us close with a bang.
Come to the Galt Museum’s Beer Tasting Soirée and experience Worlds Imagined. Come dressed as your favourite character from Middle Earth, Final Fantasy or any point in between. Themed food, entertainment, music, a costume contest with great prizes for your themed costumes, and other whimsical fun is in store. Get your tickets early for this magical time.
Guided historic walking tours of the cemetery
Discover the stories behind Lethbridge neighbourhoods and make a collage.
Join historian Dr. Stéphane Guevremont for the second 75th anniversary lecture. He will present a new and fascinating interpretation of the 1944 fighting in France focusing on the Canadian involvement, including little-known air and sea aspects of this famous battle beyond D-Day. View a display of some of his own battlefield photographs, plus rare wartime audio and video footage, including a short book review.
Fort Whoop-Up is excited to partner with New West Theater to present Trader Tales—a fun, interactive evening. The stories brought to life cover parts of the rich history of Fort Whoop-Up and southern Alberta.
Enjoy an evening of entertainment featuring actors from New West Theatre and hear intriguing stories about the Blackfoot, Métis, Canadians and American Whisky traders in the late 1800s. Feast fort style on a pioneer dinner highlighting locally-sourced foods. Break bread with the locals and new-found friends from around the world.
Did you know our Archives has thousands of photographs? Choose from some amazing photos and create a photo holder you can use to display them.
Fort Whoop-Up is excited to partner with New West Theater to present Trader Tales—a fun, interactive evening. The stories brought to life cover parts of the rich history of Fort Whoop-Up and southern Alberta.
Association with your neighbours can be a powerful thing, but what does this look like and how or where does this happen? One way this could happen is through neighbourhood associations and other similar community organizations. This said, how could neighbourhood associations reflect the neighbourhood they represent? Come find out more in this presentation by Jerry Firth.
Find out about traditional Blackfoot diet from Kainai Interpreter Blanche Bruised Head then use craft supplies to make a parfleche bag.
Celebrate Canada’s Birthday with old-time hands-on activities. Fun for the whole family.
Celebrate Canada with an old-fashioned carnival! Join us for games, entertainment and free popcorn! Enjoy the fun then head down to Fort Whoop-Up for more festivities.
Fort Whoop-Up is excited to partner with New West Theater to present Trader Tales—a fun, interactive evening. The stories brought to life cover parts of the rich history of Fort Whoop-Up and southern Alberta.
This month the Teen Reads theme is any book by an Indigenous author. Hang out with the club by the fireplace (with cookies!) to talk about our books. Anyone in grades 7-12 is welcome, and we can’t wait to hear about what you’ve read!
Join us as we celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day with a Traditional Powwow at the Galt Gardens Pergola. There will be craft and food vendors as well as displays. This is a free family event and everyone is welcome! Grand Entry at 4 pm, registration for dancers at 3 pm.
Join us and learn to play Double Ball, Family Lacrosse, Kickball, Rock in the Fist, and more! 1:30–3 pm, ages 6–11.
SAAG invites you to attend the closing event for the Of Surroundings exhibition, which is curated by Kylie Fineday and features artists working and reflecting on the current landscapes and traditional territory of southern Alberta. Please join us at 1 pm for light refreshments and performances by some of the exhibiting artists, including Hali Heavy Shield.
Come celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day and learn about First Nations culture while viewing a powwow and sampling traditional Blackfoot berry soup and hot mint tea. Events throughout the afternoon.
Join us and learn to play Double Ball, Family Lacrosse, Kickball, Rock in the Fist, and more! 10–noon, ages 12+.
Fort Whoop-Up is excited to partner with New West Theater to present Trader Tales—a fun, interactive evening. The stories brought to life cover parts of the rich history of Fort Whoop-Up and southern Alberta.
Take a look at Lethbridge from a new perspective. Compare various aerial photos of Lethbridge over the years to see how our city has changed.
Learn how to make Métis bannock and stew at 2 pm. Bring a container for take-home.
Free indoor play space for children five and under and their caregivers. Play equipment provided. To confirm your spot, email hayley@lethbridgesportcouncil.ca.
Host Chris Roedler will bring out some obscure, and sometimes whacky, trivia about famous songs while he performs some of them. Come prepared to learn and to participate in this off-the-wall presentation.
Come meet the author and designer and get your book signed at this event.
Elders, family members and caregivers are all welcome to join us as we screen the Reel Youth Elders and Youth Film Project that features our very own Blackfoot and Métis Elders! SAAMIS will offer a free photo-booth session to Elders and their family members at the event. They will also be giving away gifts from a draw to acknowledge the Elders who represent their families and their culture in recognition of their personal achievements and contributions to our community.
All Elders and seniors welcome. Transportation may be available, contact Amanda at 403.329.1968. This is a free event.
The Galt Museum & Archives celebrates the beginning of National Indigenous Peoples Week. Join us for a free feast and more!
Come enjoy Father’s Day the 1800s way! Partake in historical activities with Dad. South Alberta Horse Artillery will be performing for us in the afternoon.
Come to enjoy some demonstrations and other excellent surprises during Trader Day at Fort Whoop-Up, while enjoying a light supper in the fort compound. The fire pit will be burning and tours of the fort available. Go back in time for a fun event.
This summer, travel in comfort with our tour partner, Red Arrow Motorcoach.
The tour includes interpretive information en route to Waterton Lakes National Park and two fabulous flower-focused tours at the Waterton Wildflower Festival led by expert guides.
Explosions, elopements, love triangles and death—just some of the stories Belinda Crowson of the Lethbridge Historical Society has uncovered researching Lethbridge neighbourhoods. Discover these stories and more on this guided walking tour.
