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Extra! Extra! Eras of Photojournalism in Lethbridge
Feb.
17
to Aug. 5

Extra! Extra! Eras of Photojournalism in Lethbridge

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Curated by Tess McNaughton

This temporary exhibit showcases the remarkable talents of photojournalists who have contributed to Lethbridge's visual narrative over the years. Featuring the works of six photographers (Orville Brunelle, Lloyd Knight, David Rossiter, Ian Martens, Alejandra Pulido-Guzman, and Ose Irete), this exhibition chronicles moments from 1933 to the present day.

Delving into three distinct "eras" of photography and photojournalism—the Analogue Era, Transitional Era, and Digital Era—the exhibit pairs two photographers with each period, illustrating the technological shifts from film to digital cameras.

Galt Gardens at Night, ca. 1940-1951 During his time at the Herald, Lloyd Knight captured this artistic shot of a solitary bench under a light in Galt Gardens at night. Galt Museum & Archives | Akaisamitohkanao’pa, 20151006-1212

Moreover, the exhibit underscores the evolving landscape of newspaper journalism, where the traditional division between photographers and journalists has blurred, with photojournalism now a prevalent form of storytelling.

Extra! Extra! presents a diverse array of photographs and articles, serving both as a historical archive and a platform for artistic expression. It aims to celebrate the work of photographers and the unique images they have captured, whether using pricey film or a simple phone camera.

By demonstrating the power of being in the right place at the right time, this exhibit invites visitors to witness the evolution of photography in Lethbridge and engage in interactive activities. Join us at the Galt Museum & Archives | Akaisamitohkanao’pa (eternal gathering place) from February 17 to August 5, 2024, to experience "Extra! Extra!" firsthand.

 

Tire Fire, November 6, 2004, Firefighter Les Hilliard separated burning tractor tires at an industrial fire in West Lethbridge. The photographer cites this as another one of his favourite photos he took during his time as a Herald photographer. It appears in the November 6, 2004, edition of the Lethbridge Herald. Lethbridge Herald photo by David Rossiter

Pride Fest, June 28, 2022, Residents take part in the Pride Parade along Stafford Drive South as they make their way to Galt Gardens for Pride Fest. Lethbridge Herald photo by Alejandra Pulido-Guzman

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Transplanted Sunflowers: The Ukrainian Immigrant Experience in Southern Alberta, 1940s to Present
Oct.
14
to Apr. 7

Transplanted Sunflowers: The Ukrainian Immigrant Experience in Southern Alberta, 1940s to Present

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Transplanted Sunflowers: The Ukrainian Immigrant Experience in Southern Alberta, 1940s to Present, explores the Ukrainian experience in southern Alberta from the mid-20th century to the early 21st century. This temporary exhibition is inspired by the recent wave of Ukrainian immigration, a direct response to the latest Russian attack on Ukraine commencing in February 2022.

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We Are Immigrants: The Hidden Hardships and Legacy of Early Chinese Canadian Immigrants
Jun.
25
to Oct. 9

We Are Immigrants: The Hidden Hardships and Legacy of Early Chinese Canadian Immigrants

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Guest Curator and Visual Artist Raeann Cheung explores the suffering that early immigrants endured as economic migrants in the mid-19th century, their contributions, and the intergenerational effects that followed through artistic interventions on archival images.

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Marathon of Memories: 40 years of Terry Fox Run in Lethbridge
Oct.
23
to Feb. 14

Marathon of Memories: 40 years of Terry Fox Run in Lethbridge

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Terry Fox’s Marathon of Hope which he began in 1980 to raise funds for cancer research is a seminal moment in Canadian history. This exhibit will feature oral history interviews with the Lethbridge citizens who have organized the community runs, explore the familial connections that Terry Fox had in southern Alberta, and will examine how the COVID-19 pandemic affected the 2020 Terry Fox Run in Lethbridge.

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Wonders of Southern Alberta
Nov.
4
to Jan. 24

Wonders of Southern Alberta

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Southern Alberta is home to some iconic natural and cultural landscapes. Explore visual representations of some of these wondrous settings including Frank Slide, Waterton Lakes National Park, the Prince of Wales Hotel, the Cardston Temple, Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump and the Burmis Tree.

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