View of Glenbow's new home, the JR Shaw Centre for Arts & Culture, from the corner of Stephen Avenue and 1 Street SE. Architectural concept rendering by DIALOG.

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Together, we’re transforming Glenbow into a radically accessible hub for arts, culture, and history. As we prepare to bring a reimagined Glenbow to life at the JR Shaw Centre for Arts & Culture, your support is vital.

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Annual General Assembly

Glenbow members are invited to attend the online Annual General Assembly and election of the Board of Governors of the Glenbow-Alberta Institute.

Date: Friday, September 25
Time: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Location: Zoom

Copies of the agenda, minutes from the 2025 Annual General Assembly, and 2025-26 financials will be available at the meeting.

Please RSVP to president@glenbow.org by Wednesday, September 23. We look forward to seeing you online.

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Artist Feature: Kananginak Pootoogook

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Q&A: Collections and Community with Erica McMaster 

June is Indigenous History Month: an opportunity to honour the knowledge, cultures, and contributions of Indigenous Peoples and reaffirm our commitment to truth and reconciliation. To kick off the month, we sat down with Erica McMaster, Glenbow’s Curatorial Assistant, Indige ...

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