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Watch: Iinisikimm - an AFA Commemorative Arts Project

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See the video of Iinisikimm, a nighttime lantern performance and homecoming for the buffalo of Banff National Park.

Work of the Week: "Heat" by Eva Fuller

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Work of the Week: "Heat" by Eva Fuller

A Q&A with artist Peter Hide

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The AFA sits down with artist Peter Hide for a Q&A.

Work of the Week honours Indigenous Veterans and Remembrance Day

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Acknowledging both Indigenous Veterans Day (November 8) and Remembrance Day (November 11).

Women's History Month: Celebrating the diversity of women through the arts

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Celebrate women's history month by visiting local exhibitions curated by women and featuring artwork from the AFA Art Collection.

Truth and Reconciliation Day 2023

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A message of acknowledgement of Truth and Reconciliation Day from the Alberta Foundation for the Arts board of directors.

Work of the Week: Pendulum by Ukainian artist Oksana Movchan

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Work of the Week shines a spotlight on Ukrainian artist Oksana Movchan

Work of the Week: "Beer Parlour" by Marion Nicoll

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This week's Work of the Week is "Beer Parlour" Marion Nicoll.

Work of the Week: "Crowsnest Mountain and the Seven Sisters" by Joane Cardinal-Schubert

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This week's Work of the Week is "Crowsnest Mountain and the Seven Sisters" by Joane Cardinal-Schubert.

Happy International Dance Day!

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Today's International Dance Day! Established in 1982 by UNESCO International Theatre Institute, International Dance Day falls on April 29 every year.