Spring/Summer 2014 Culture Guide

OKOTOKSCULTURE.CA | SPRING/SUMMER 2014

TOWN OF OKOTOKS

CULTURE PROGRAM GUIDE

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OKOTOKS CULTURE PROGRAM GUIDE

The Town of Okotoks is pleased to

present the Spring / Summer 2014

Culture Program Guide.

This publication serves to showcase

the various programs and exhibits

housed in the Okotoks Art Gallery

at the Station, Okotoks Museum and

Archives at Heritage House and the

Rotary Performing Arts Centre.

We take pride in providing our

residents, artists and visitors with

enriching cultural experiences.

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Table of Contents

01 Welcome

02 Table of Contents

03 Impressions @ Okotoks Art Gallery (OAG)

04 Botanicals @ OAG

05 Canadian Sports Heroes Collection @ OAG

06 Upcoming Exhibits @ OAG

07 Family Programs @ OAG

08 Adult Programs @ OAG

09 Education Programs @ OAG

10 Birthday Parties @ OAG

11-12 Calendar of Events

13 On Exhibit @ Okotoks Museum and Archives (OMA)

14 Treasures from the Collection @ OMA

15 Family Programs @ OMA

16 Adult Programs @ OMA

17 Education Programs @ OMA

18 Birthday Parties @ OMA

19 On With the Show @ Rotary Performing Arts Centre (RPAC)

20 Upcoming Events @ RPAC

21 Summer Events

22 Rentals

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The outcome of this collaborative

experience was a stunning array of

artworks that combine individual talent

with a sense of collective camaraderie and

creative exploration. Individually, each

piece reflects the versatility of the material

and highly individualized sensibilities of

over 150 different artists with disabilities.

Collectively, the artwork encompasses a

spirit of open, undefined creativity born out

of community collaboration. Impressions is

an integrated exhibition that bridges the

transitional space between “emerging

artists” and “established artist”, and

“mainstream” and “disabled”, allowing

visitors to look beyond preconceived

notions of disability to celebrate the

creative spirit of each artist.

OPENING RECEPTIONFriday, April 25 | 7 to 9 pm

In-Definite Arts Society (IDAS) is a creative

arts centre in Calgary that champions

emerging artists with developmental

disabilities to achieve their creative

potential, enabling them to develop

and express themselves in a supportive

environment. IDAS believes in the power

of community collaboration to shape and

change perspectives through the medium

of art.

Our most celebrated collaborations have

resulted from connecting artists with and

without disabilities in creative learning

environments. In 2012, over 150 artists

with disabilities participated in a workshop

with Calgary based mixed media artist,

Adele Woolsey, where they explored new

painting techniques in our studios using

Venetian plaster.

Impressions In-Definite Arts Society with Adele Woolsey April 25 to June 8 | Large Gallery

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Botanicals Elaine Funnell April 25 to June 8 | Small Gallery

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The addition of small insects that adorn

most of the paintings create a more

whimsical and playful element to the

exhibition. Their inclusion also illustrates

the environmental connection between

beneficial insects and the plants upon

which they thrive. The exhibition draws

attention to the importance of plants,

to our survival and the need to save and

protect the carefully balanced ecosystems

that involve us all.

OPENING RECEPTION Friday, April 25 | 7 to 9 pm

This history of botanical art is a long one.

Ancient Egyptians painted wheat in tombs

to provide food for the dead; the Romans

illustrated the beauty of plants in mosaics.

The earliest surviving work of botanical

illustrations dates from 512 AD when the

need to document and record plants that

were useful to society became prevalent.

The quality and accuracy of this exacting

art form became the characteristic most

highly valued in botanical illustration.

Working from life, Elaine Funnell’s

watercolour and graphite paintings

accurately capture the fine details of the

native Alberta plants she depicts, blending

fine art and science reminiscent of early

18th century botanical illustrators. While

Funnell’s paintings are depicted from a

personal and artistic perspective, they are

botanical art and must be scientifically

accurate and true to the origins of the

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Over the course of a few hours, Milne

sketches each athlete and gets to know his

or her personality. Once back in the studio,

Milne immortalizes the individual using a

colour palette that he feels reflects that

person and their sport.

This collection of portraits has been

achieved with the generous support of

the Canadian Sport Centre Calgary, ARC

Energy Trust, BMO Financial and Alberta

Culture and will ensure a lasting tribute to

our Canadian sport heroes. The collection

is currently on loan to Canada’s Sports Hall

of Fame, in conjunction with whom, this

exhibition at the Okotoks Art Gallery has

been made possible.

OPENING RECEPTIONFriday, June 13 | 7 to 9 pm

A select group of Canadian athletes have

changed the face of sport in Canada

forever. Olympic medalists, world

champions, fierce competitors – they have

competed for our country, won with pride

and lost with dignity. Through their efforts

they have proven that sport can capture

the imaginations of an entire country – and

often the entire world. They deserve to be

remembered.

In 2002, Alberta artist Gordon Milne was

commissioned by the Canadian Sport

Centre Calgary to paint a series of large-

scale acrylic portraits to celebrate our

sports heroes. Currently comprised of

15 portraits, the Canadian Sport Heroes

Collection was unveiled during the 2010

Vancouver Olympics.

Based in Turner Valley, Milne has spent

most of his life working as an artist.

Fascinated by people and portraiture, the

Canadian Sport Heroes Collection has given

Milne the opportunity to meet and paint

some of Canada’s greatest Olympians.

Canadian SportHeroes Collection Gordon Milne & Canada’sSports Hall of Fame June 13 to Sept 6 | Both Galleries


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Phantom Limb | Shyra De Souza

Sept 12 to Nov 8 | Large Gallery

This work is created from a large number

of discarded, mass produced objects, which

are altered and reconfigured into new

provocative forms. These forms are laid in a

format that resembles a body of some sort,

likely one derived from mythology or pre-

history. The recontextualization encourages

a range of new interpretations of these

everyday trinkets. Each object is added in

such a way that they begin to erase one

another, and take on forms reminiscent

of mounted, overgrown deer antlers or

three dimensional Rorschach forms. Each

piece is highly symmetrical; the consistent

symmetry anchors these once coveted

objects in the sublime, and the desire to

control that which is potentially frightening

and beyond our control.

Regarding Death | Mike Binzer

Sept 12 to Nov 8 | Small Gallery

Mike Binzer’s collection of paintings in

wood stain and oil on vellum paper reflects

on contemporary thoughts and trepidations

about the embodied process of dying and

decay, as well as the revulsion we often

experience in the nothing of examining and

dissecting a corpse. In recent year, zombies

have held the fascination and imagination of

popular culture; according to the artist, this

may be in part due to the fear of death and

the horror of corpses; the artist’s personal

interest in zombies is that they highlight the

reality that all of our bodies are in a process

of decaying.

OPENING RECEPTION FOR BOTH EXHIBITSFriday, Sept 12 | 7 to 9 pm

ART IN THE HALLOkotoks Municipal Centre5 Elizabeth Street

May & June | Roy Wuitschik

July & August | Ludmila Kalinina

Okotoks Rec Centre99 Okotoks Drive

May & June | Joan North

July & August | Ashley Gaboury


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Morphology of a Leaf

From science to art, let’s explore the life of a

leaf. We’ll look, learn, draw, print and paint

after a brief tour and talk about the gallery

exhibitions: ‘Impressions’ and ‘Botanicals’.

42065 Saturday, May 10 | 1:30 to 3 pm

En plein air

Ages 10 to adult are invited to join us for a

walkabout and a drawing session. We will

take supplies and drawing boards and head

outside for a fresh-air art experience.

42068 Saturday, June 14 | 1:30 to 3 pm

OK.CLUB @ Okotoks Art GalleryOAG Art Studio | $10 registration fee

Ages 6 to 12 are invited to our monthly hands-

on art programs at OAG from September to

June. Youngsters can be dropped off or adults

are welcome to sign up and enjoy a family art

experience. Each program will include a tour

of the current gallery exhibitions plus an art

activity in our studio. Online Registration:

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THE GALLERY EXPERIENCE @Okotoks Art GalleryOAG Art Studio

This is a monthly time-out for adults and

seniors to dabble with art materials at the

Okotoks Art Gallery. No art experience

is required and each program will be an

introduction to a different art media.

Online Registration: netreg.okotoks.ca

AdultPrograms

Stained Glass Weekend

2 classes | $65 + GST

This stained glass program is for adults

(16+) with some experience. Choose from

available designs and learn to follow a

pattern. Facilitator: Shirley Paradis

42040

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EducationPrograms

September to June

Education Programs are curriculum-based

and designed for various grade levels. They

are 1.5 hours in length and are available

for all schools and home school groups. The

fee is $75 per group (plus GST), maximum

25 students. A program/busing fee subsidy

may be available through the generous

support of FIRST CALGARY FINANCIAL.

Subsidies are available on a first-come,

first-serve basis. Contact the Education

Program Specialist for further information:

[email protected]

Art Programs connect gallery exhibitions

with art education concepts in elementary,

junior high and high school and include

a hands-on component in the art studio.

All programs include a tour of the two

gallery exhibitions. Exhibitions change

approximately every 5 to 6 weeks.

May/June

In conjunction with Botanicals by Elaine

Funnell, a program can be designed for

every grade level based on watercolour

techniques, with age-related themes from

bugs to plant studies to abstractions.

Curriculum ties relating to specific elements

and principals of design can be focused on

for every grade level. All programs begin

with a brief tour and talk about the current

exhibitions. Call ahead and collaborate to

create a unique program for your art class.

Two weeks lead time is required to create

and book your individual class program.

Note: There is no fee to bring your class or group for a self-guided tour of any exhibition, but calling ahead is advised to avoid crowds.

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BirthdayParties

Book a unique birthday experience!

Themes can be adapted for adults too.

*One hour is dedicated to the themed

project and the second hour is for

refreshments, gift opening, games, etc.

Parents are to supply refreshments and

activities for the second hour.

Fee: $150.00 + GST | Maximum number of

guests = 15

All parties are facilitated by an experienced artist/teacher.

• Tie-dye: bring white, cotton shirts, leggings, pillow cases or socks and colour them beautiful! Ages 9+

• Painting Parties:

(a) No Brushes! Painting on canvases using everything EXCEPT paint brushes! 5+

(b) “Simon Says” Art Party: Follow the leader to complete your mystery painting! Ages 7+

(c) Canvas Paintings: A theme based on our current gallery exhibitions. Ages 8+

Birthday parties should be booked at least two weeks in advance. Please call 403.938.3204 or email [email protected] to book.


Thu, May 1 Suddenly Mommy

Fri, May 2 Girls’ Night Out!!

Sat, May 3 Pioneer Homes and Personalities @ OMA

Sat, May 3 Suddenly Mommy

Sat, May 10 Morphology of a Leaf @ OAG

Sat, May 24 Stained Glass Weekend @ OAG-class 1

Sat, May 24 Pioneer Clothing @ OMA

Sun, May 25 Stained Glass Weekend @ OAG-class 2

Fri, June 13 Opening reception @ OAG

Sat, June 14 En plein air @ OAG

Sat, June 21 Okotoks Annual Children’s Festival

Sun, June 22 Mandragora Circus

Sat, June 28 Summer Saturdays Street Festival

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Calendar of EventsMay to August 2014

Sat, July 5 Heritage Walking Tour

Sat, July 19 Summer Saturdays Street Festival

Sat, July 26 Cemetery Walking Tour

Sat, July 26 Summer Saturdays Street Festival

Sat, Aug 2 Heritage Walking Tour

Sat, Aug 9 Summer Saturdays Street Festival

Sat, Aug 30 Cemetery Walking Tour

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Exhibits have also been expanded into

the attic, resulting in displays on all three

levels of the museum. Two audio stations

and shadow box displays share the history

of early telephone communication and

the importance of the radio for news and

entertainment. Attic exhibits also include

two conveniences that every home had, the

treadle sewing machine and the washing

machine and wringer.

STORIES OF OKOTOKSPermanent exhibit

Connect to Okotoks’ history and discover

some of the fascinating people who have

helped make Okotoks the dynamic town it

is today.

This permanent exhibit explores Okotoks’

special landscape, compelling characters

and bright future. Photos, text panels and

artifacts help bring to life the stories of the

town’s rich natural and cultural heritage.

The two main floors of the museum

focus on such topics as early immigration,

domestic life, education and commerce, as

well as the Big Rock and the Sheep River.

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TREASURES FROMTHE MUSEUM COLLECTIONThe Okotoks Museum and Archives is

home to some ‘uniquely Okotoks’ artifacts.

Several artifacts in the collection, like sad

irons or ink wells, are common in museums

throughout western Canada; however, the

Okotoks Museum strives to collect items

that are distinctly Okotoks.

Often these items are connected to Okotoks

businesses which manufactured goods or

provided services in the community such as

the Okotoks Creamery or the Chinook Flour

Mills. The museum is fortunate to have

artifacts from both of these early industries,

including paper labels bearing ‘Okotoks

Brand Creamery Butter’ and a flour sack for

Mountain Rose flour produced by Chinook

Flour Mills located on Elma Street East.

Other uniquely Okotoks artifacts include

a bread token from the Okotoks Bakery, a

yardstick from Wentworth’s General Store

and a hotplate from MacNeil’s hardware

store, among others.

TREASURES FROMTHE ARCHIVAL COLLECTION Photographs capture a moment in time

and serve as a permanent record of

our history. The Okotoks Museum and

Archives has a collection of well over 8,000

photographs, most of which are personal

family photographs donated by numerous

families and individuals from Okotoks

and the surrounding district. The archives

recently accessioned several photographs

and documents from two century families

from the Okotoks area, the Tillotson family

and the Carr family. These donations are

significant additions to our collective

history. Processing of the Tillotson fonds

was made possible by an ‘access to holdings’

grant from the Archives Society of Alberta.


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Pioneer Clothing

What to wear? So many choices in our

closets! Most children a hundred years ago

had only two outfits – one for during the

week and the other for “Sunday Best”.

Learn how pioneer women made all the

family’s clothing. The process included

sewing, weaving, spinning, and often

raising wool or flax. Program includes a

hands-on activity in the attic.

42080 Saturday, May 24 | 1:30 to 3:00 pm

ADVENTURES @OMA CLUBOMA | Attic | $10 registration fee

ADVENTURES@OMA is a creative way to

explore the history of Okotoks and learn

about heritage crafts that are slowly

disappearing with time. Ages vary according

to each program, from children, to teens

and adults. Programs include a tour of the

Okotoks Museum and Archives and a hands-

on activity in the attic. Online Registration:

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AdultPrograms

Downtown Historic Driving Tour

– Adults & Seniors Groups

Bring your group in a van/bus and pick up

your Heritage Interpreter at the Okotoks

Museum and Archives for a downtown

guided tour that includes stories, old

photos and a drive-by of many historic

buildings. Learn about the baby wrapped

in long johns, the Gopher Stopping House,

the downtown arsonist and how he got

caught, the Cowboy Preacher and the little

church that became a feed mill. We even

have a ghost story or two! Program fee:

$50 + GST. TO BOOK: 403.938.8969 or email

[email protected]

Free Walking Tours

The Okotoks and District Historical Society

will host free guided walking tours of

downtown Okotoks and the Okotoks

Cemetery. Tours begin at 2 p.m. Allow 1.5

hours each.

Heritage Walking Tours

Saturday, July 5 | Meet at museum.

Saturday, Aug 2 | Meet at museum.

Cemetery Tours

Saturday, July 26 | Meet at cemetery.

Saturday, Aug 30 | Meet at cemetery.

For more information call 403.938.8969.

REMEMBER.WHEN AT OMA $5 + GST

Karen Peters, local educator and historian,

will join us in the museum for talks based

on her extensive research about Okotoks.

Adults and seniors are invited to join Karen

in the parlour for tea and a talk. Online

Registration: netreg.okotoks.ca

Okotoks- Pioneer Homes

and Personalities

Karen Peters has researched many of

Okotoks’ early personalities and early

buildings. Join her for an interesting

discussion about life in early Okotoks.

42052 Saturday, May 3 | 1:30 to 3:00 pm


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EducationPrograms

• K to Grade One Okotoks, My Community

• Grade Two Okotoks: A Prairie Community Changes Over Time

• Grade Three Prairie Farm Family – Quality of Life, *also available in French

• Grade Four Okotoks, the Journey

• Grade Four/Five Okotoks: The Land, Histories & Stories

• Grade Four/Five Okotoks Heroes (NEW!)

General Interest Heritage Programs for all

grades include:

• Heritage Walking Tour – downtown walk

• Toys Over Time

• Life of a Pioneer Wife

• From Rivers to Rocks: Significant Landmarks in My Community

Most programs include a tour of the

museum and a scavenger hunt or other

hands-on activity. Programs vary each year

as components are altered to suit class

requirements.

September to June: Education Programs

are curriculum-based and designed for

various grade levels. Most run 1.5 to 2

hours and are available for all schools

and home-school groups. Fees are $75 per

group (plus GST), maximum 25 students.

A program/busing fee subsidy may be

available through the generous support

of FIRST CALGARY FINANCIAL. Subsidies are

available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Contact the Education Program Specialist

for further information: [email protected]

Ask us to email you a program booklet.

Museum Programs are based on the history

of Okotoks and area and connect to

curriculums in K to Grade 5 Social Studies,

English Language Arts, Fine Art and some

Science:

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BirthdayParties


Themes can be adapted for adults too.

*One hour is dedicated to the themed

project and the second hour is for



activities for the second hour.

Fee: $150.00 + GST | Maximum number of

guests = 15

All parties are facilitated by an experienced artist/teacher.

• Princess and Farley the Frog Tea Party: Young ladies come dressed in your best for a traditional tea party. All you have to do is kiss the frog to become a princess! Hear our story about Farley Frog, have ‘tea’ in china cups, and create a tiara or bracelet to complete your royal attire. Ages 4 to 7

• History of Toys: Learn about popular toys and games and their history. Did you know that dolls go back 4000 years? Program includes a museum tour and making an old-fashioned toy to take home. Ages 5 to 9

Birthday parties should be booked at least two weeks in advance. Please call 403.938.3204 or email [email protected] to book.

ART AND HERITAGE BADGE PROGRAMS

are available for all age levels in the

Scout and Girl Guide programs. LEADERS

can email [email protected] for more

information or call the Education Program

Specialist, 403.938.8969


Dewdney Players presents:

The Odd Couple (The female version),

By Neil Simon

May 9, 10

May 15, 16, 17

May 22, 23, 24

Doors open at 6:30 pm, shows at 7:30 pm

Adults $20 + GST, Seniors and Students $15

+ GST

Unger and Madison are at it again! Florence

Unger and Olive Madison, that is, in Neil

Simon’s hilarious contemporary comic classic:

the female version of The Odd Couple.

The Pidgeon sisters have replaced the two

Constanzuela brothers, but the hilarity

remains the same.

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Olive is hosting a girls’ night (family-friendly

for the most part!), and Florence shows up

late, grief-stricken because she’s just broken

up with hubby. Despite being different

people, Olive offers to put Florence up, and

the scene is set for the rest of the show.

The characters are... idiosyncratic... and

there’s lots of audience-friendly laugh-a-line

dialogue. Classic Neil Simon from start to

finish.

*New online ticket sales available at

www.okotoksculture.ca

For more information please visit the

Okotoks Art Gallery at 53 North Railway

Street or call 403.938.3204. Produced in

partnership with

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Mandragora Circus – from Argentina

June 22 | 2 shows, 3 pm and 7 pm

Tickets $10 + GST

Two Argentinean clowns bring their

wordless family theatre comedy to RPAC.

The show sees them play their way through

a love story filled with humour and

meaningful encounters. This music-filled-

circus-on-the-stage promises to please

audiences of all ages.

BIRTHDAY PARTIES @ RPAC


Parties last approximately two and a half

hours. The first portion is dedicated to

a movie and the remaining time is for



activities for the second portion. Movie

parties are great for adults too.

Fee: $150 + GST | Maximum number of

guests = 20

• Choose from our list of popular movies:

includes popcorn and a great space to

serve cake after the movie.

Book 3-4 weeks in advance.

To view the list of available films or to book,

call 403.938.3204 or email [email protected].

Suddenly Mommy

May 1 and May 3 | Doors open at 7 pm,

show at 8 pm

Tickets $20 + GST in advance,

$25 + GST at the door (if available)

Every mom recognizes the moment

when their name changes from “Sexy” to

“Mommy.” Suddenly Mommy! redefines

motherhood, featuring a stunning mom—

with a career in one arm and a baby in the

other—who thinks she can have it all … but

can she? Anne Marie Scheffler presents this

hilarious one-woman show.

Girls’ Night Out!!

May 2 | Activities at 7 pm, show at 8 pm

Tickets $20 + GST in advance

Bring your Mom, Daughter, Grandma,

Cousin and BFF and enjoy the great play

Suddenly Mommy! Complete with an

evening of laughs and pampering for the

ladies!

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Summer Saturdays Street Festivals

Olde Towne Okotoks

Saturday, June 28 | with BuskerFest

Saturday, July 19

Saturday, July 26 | with Taste of Okotoks

Saturday, August 9

Saturday, August 30 | with ChiliFest

in front of gallery | North Railway Street

Close the streets down; we’re having a

summer party! On selected days during

the summer, from 10 am to 4 pm, you can

come downtown to shop in a local art

market and listen to the sounds of live

local musicians on our stage. There will be

free crafts for kids sponsored by Michaels

Arts and Crafts. Relax on our porch at

the gallery, and enjoy a cold beverage

while the sights and sounds of culture

envelope you.

Okotoks Annual Children’s Festival

Saturday, June 21 | 12 noon to 4 pm

Ethel Tucker Park | 23 Riverside Drive

Free admission to the park

The Okotoks Children’s Festival has been

a popular event during parade weekend

for over 20 years. The festival includes

crafts, games, $1 concession and live

entertainment. This year brings Will Stroet

and the Backyard Band, and HOJA!

The Children’s Festival is assisted in part by

the Okotoks Arts Council.


Rentals

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Okotoks Art GalleryThe OAG is the place to “hang” with great

art and artists and is the ideal location for

your exclusive gathering. Plan your next

event at the historic train station! Please call

403.938.3204 for more rental information.

Okotoks Museum and ArchivesThe Attic at Heritage House is a warm,

open, intimate and inviting space ideal for

small meetings (up to 16). Readily available

to groups looking for a quiet space. Call

403.938.3204 for information.

Rotary Performing Arts CentreRPAC’s theatre and bright lower level

community room are the ideal locations

for your wedding, concerts, stage plays or

meetings. Rentals are readily available, but

only on a first come/first serve basis. Book

now. 403.938.3204.


OKOTOKS ART GALLERY AT THE STATION53 North Railway Street | Okotoks, AB

Summer Hours(May long weekend to September long weekend)Monday to Saturday | 10 am to 5 pmSundays and holidays | 12 noon to 5 pm

ContactP: 403.938.3204E: [email protected]

OKOTOKS MUSEUM AND ARCHIVESAT HERITAGE HOUSE49 North Railway Street | Okotoks, AB

Summer Hours(May long weekend to September long weekend)Monday to Saturday | 10 am to 5 pmSundays and holidays | 12 noon to 5 pm


ROTARY PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE3 Elma Street East | Okotoks, AB

The Rotary Performing Arts Centreis available for performance and meeting rentals.


For more information about the Town of Okotoks

Cultural and Historical Services, please visit our

website at: www.okotoksculture.ca

Our mailing address is:

PO Box 20, Station Main,

Okotoks, AB T1S 1K1

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Spring/Summer 2014 Culture Guide