Events

At the Edge of Place is an online exhibition by Irish contemporary artist Anthony Carey, inspired by time spent in Alberta and the Canadian Rockies.

The paintings explore winter light, snow, mountain scale and the emotional memory of place. Rather than presenting literal views of Canada, the exhibition reflects on the feeling of standing within vast landscapes shaped by weather, distance and stillness.

The online exhibition includes a virtual gallery, exhibition catalogue and artist talk.

Traditional hide tanning is a form of reclamation, sovereignty and it is cultural resurgence. 

Join the Royal Alberta Museum from June 27-28 for a weekend of Moose Hide Teachings with Jess Sanderson-Barry from Chakastaypasin Band as she shares different ways of knowing how to traditionally tan a moose hide. 

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We are delighted to invite you to participate virtually in the 16th World Gastroenterology, IBD, Hepatology Conference & Exhibition, scheduled on December 10–11, 2026. This prestigious global event will be hosted in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, with a hybrid format, allowing participants worldwide to join seamlessly online.

Enjoy the sparkling and soulful sounds of the all-star Calgary Brass Quintet as they bring together contemporary works written specifically for this instrumentation with arrangements of beloved works.  This concert will bring new perspectives to the music of Bach and Mendelssohn as well as contemporary directions from composers David Sampson and Reena Esmail. Witness the versatility of these instruments and the virtuosity of these players with this diverse program.

Join the Royal Alberta Museum for a special screening of nanekawâsis, a documentary spanning four decades of Indigenous artist George Littlechild’s storied career. As a two-spirit person and ‘60s scoop survivor, Littlechild’s artwork draws from a unique perspective of pain, joy, and exemplary merit.

Please be advised: This film is rated PG and contains artistic representations of nudity.

Tickets $25 including admission to the Royal Alberta Museum galleries, or $10 for the film only.

Join the Royal Alberta Museum for a screening of Birth of a Family, four siblings, Betty Ann, Esther, Rosalie, and Ben, were among 20,000 Indigenous children in Canada taken from their families between 1955 and 1985 and placed in foster care or adopted by white families. As they uncover their shared past, they rebuild their connection and begin to form a family. Courtesy of the National Film Board of Canada. 
 
This film is recommended for visitors aged 14 and up.  
 

June 18, 5:30-7:30 pm 

Drop-In Sketching: Indigenous History Month 

In honour of Indigenous History Month and National Indigenous People’s Day, this month’s Drop-in Sketching features animals paired with objects from our Indigenous collection. There will be a selection of special animals to sketch including a bison, grizzly bear, beaver, lynx, caribou, eagle, raven, and more!   

Drop-In Sketching is included with General Admission

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The Global Pathology, Diagnostics & Laboratory Medicine Conference & Business Expo:INNOVATION, INVESTMENT, AND INDUSTRY PARTNERSHIPS 2026 is a premier international platform bringing together pathologists, laboratory medicine experts, diagnostic professionals, researchers, clinicians, academicians, and industry leaders to explore the latest advancements shaping the future of pathology and diagnostics.

"Join Lana Skauge for the Calgary launch of her new book, Made of Snow and Story.

Blending lyrical storytelling with reflections gathered over years of performance, travel, and listening across Alberta, this new work invites readers into a world shaped by winter landscapes and human connection.

The afternoon will feature live readings, special guest performances, and a celebration of story in community! Tickets are $10 or Pay What You Can.

Special launch price: Books will be available for $20 at the event (regular price $25 afterward).