Esplanade Arts & Heritage Centre

Esplanade Arts & Heritage Centre The Esplanade is where arts and heritage come to life, where the stories of our culture are told through music, dance, paintings, artifacts and more.
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The Esplanade Arts and Heritage Centre is for everyone. Whether you’re an art lover, a cultural enthusiast, or someone who can appreciate the beauty of an architecturally stunning facility – the Esplanade is for you. Medicine Hat is proud to bring together the disciplines of visual art, performance art, and cultural heritage under one roof. But not only is this building a place to appreciate and i

nterpret culture, it is a place for our community to gather, to celebrate, and to cherish. Main Phone 403.502.8580
Main Fax 403.502.8589
Art Gallery 403.502.8583
Archives 403.502.8582
Education 403.502.8585
Museum 403.502.8587
Guest Services 403.502.8777

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πŸŽ¨πŸ–ŒοΈ Returning this Fall is our adult painting class, Acrylic Alchemy. Offering classes for both beginners and those look...
08/07/2024

πŸŽ¨πŸ–ŒοΈ Returning this Fall is our adult painting class, Acrylic Alchemy. Offering classes for both beginners and those looking to level up their techniques, there's a class that's right for every skill level!

Sign up today! πŸŽ¨πŸ–ŒοΈ buy.tixx.ca/acrylicalchemyfall2024

πŸ‚ Fall Art Classes are now open for registration! Our 8 week classes are perfect for the creative kiddo in your life loo...
08/06/2024

πŸ‚ Fall Art Classes are now open for registration! Our 8 week classes are perfect for the creative kiddo in your life looking to explore the wonderful world of art. Divided into classes ranging for ages 2-12, find the spot that right for you.
🎨 Sign up your budding artist today! buy.tixx.ca/fallartclasses

β˜€οΈ Happy Heritage Day! We appreciate the rich tapestry of backgrounds that make up our community's heritage. Thank you f...
08/05/2024

β˜€οΈ Happy Heritage Day! We appreciate the rich tapestry of backgrounds that make up our community's heritage. Thank you for celebrating culture with us all year round!

πŸ“Έ This Mountie on horseback is riding on 2 Street SE in a cultural parade held during Heritage Week in 1987. # 0527.0345

πŸ”Ž You can find all kinds of local snaps from the past in our online collections! Search them anytime collections.esplanade.ca

🌠 Don't miss out on the ultimate starry summer experience! Start your memorable night with our 𝑰𝒏 𝑢𝒖𝒓 𝑡𝒂𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒆 exhibition....
08/03/2024

🌠 Don't miss out on the ultimate starry summer experience! Start your memorable night with our 𝑰𝒏 𝑢𝒖𝒓 𝑡𝒂𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒆 exhibition. As the sun sets, elevate your evening with our one-of-a-kind rooftop party accented with art, nature, and silent disco 🎧.

Come dressed in the spirit of the night and get ready to dance under the stars 🌟.

🎟️ There's only a few spots left! Buy your tickets now at buy.tixx.ca/EAfterDarkSummer

✨ We're thrilled to announce some of the performers you can expect to see at this year's Art In Motion festival! We will...
08/01/2024

✨ We're thrilled to announce some of the performers you can expect to see at this year's Art In Motion festival! We will have a local Folk Music Stage set up outside the Esplanade featuring Cannonball Knights, The Derek Hintz Trio, Monsters & Cake, and Wheels. 🎢

🚢 Just down the street at the Riverside Veteran's Memorial Park Bandshell you can catch our lineup of family shows! We've got Bollywood Street Dancing with Karima Essa, a family concert with Will's Jams, and a comedy circus show by Little Red Ball Co.
πŸ’ƒ 🎺 🀹

πŸŽ‰ All this and more is taking over First Street SE on Saturday, September 28! Mark your calendars and come celebrate all things art and culture with us downtown! πŸ“…

Prepare for an enchanting experience like no other at E by Candlelight. Featuring local musicians Kaylyn LΓ©garΓ© on violi...
07/31/2024

Prepare for an enchanting experience like no other at E by Candlelight. Featuring local musicians Kaylyn LΓ©garΓ© on violin and Christine Bootland on cello, join us for a mesmerizing concert in the soft glow of flickering candles.πŸŽ»πŸ•―οΈ

It's the final days of our Early Bird Pricing on E After Dark! 🎫 Get the best tickets at the best price NOW! buy.tixx.ca/EbyCandlelight

07/30/2024

🎸 It's the final days for our Early Bird Pricing on Sloan! Beat the winter blues and come see the Canadian indie rock stars on our stage SAT January 25!

🎫 Get the best tickets at the best price NOW! buy.tixx.ca/Sloan2025

🌳  Our Historic Walking Tours run on Saturday mornings all summer! Take a look back in time to the roots of our city and...
07/29/2024

🌳 Our Historic Walking Tours run on Saturday mornings all summer! Take a look back in time to the roots of our city and learn about the original residence who lived there. Joining us on this year's First Street SE tour, you'll meet famous residents Mr and Mrs Duggan, who'll join in to share all the latest news from the block.

πŸ“Έ Below is William Cousins and family members outside their home "Sunnyholme" on the Esplanade (present day 1 Street SE) (ca. 1900). #0515.0001

Sign up today for one of our three Historic Walking Tours!

Check This Out: Get tickets and show information for Historic Walking Tours 2024 - Tixx Central

πŸŽ‡Ready to take your summer nights to the next level? Get your tickets NOW for our exclusive rooftop party! Start the nig...
07/28/2024

πŸŽ‡Ready to take your summer nights to the next level? Get your tickets NOW for our exclusive rooftop party! Start the night with a FREE gallery experience with our 𝑰𝒏 𝑢𝒖𝒓 𝑡𝒂𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒆 exhibition and mingle with the creators themselves. Embrace the night's botanical theme in your attire, food, and drink πŸƒ. As the night progresses, the rooftop transforms into a silent disco under the stars 🌟🌠, with music across multiple genres buzzing directly into your ears from glowing headphones. Want in? Secure your tickets now at buy.tixx.ca/EAfterDarkSummer 🎟️

Ready for a uniquely local adventure? πŸ—ΊοΈ Uncover the hidden gems of Medicine Hat, all summer long right from your smartp...
07/27/2024

Ready for a uniquely local adventure? πŸ—ΊοΈ Uncover the hidden gems of Medicine Hat, all summer long right from your smartphone! Plug into three exclusive tours showcasing our landmark's rich history and cherished community memories. Step outside and discover a new adventure in your own backyard πŸ›΄

Click the link and start your journey today! πŸ‘‰ https://bycell.co/cycyt

We love the excitement Stampede week brings to town! 🎠 What do you look forward to most? Food? 🌭 Rides? 🎒 Rodeo? 🐎 We fo...
07/26/2024

We love the excitement Stampede week brings to town! 🎠 What do you look forward to most?

Food? 🌭 Rides? 🎒 Rodeo? 🐎

We found a retro photo of this midway staple, the Tilt-A-Whirl ride in our collections!
πŸ“Έ 0989.0110

If you need a break from the midway heat, come explore the explore the galleries! We're open Saturdays 12-5PM.

CONTEST CLOSED. 🧒 Take me out to the ball game! ⚾ Better yet, let us take you! We're sponsoring this Sunday's Medicine H...
07/25/2024

CONTEST CLOSED. 🧒 Take me out to the ball game!
⚾ Better yet, let us take you! We're sponsoring this Sunday's Medicine Hat Mavericks game!
🎟️ To get your hands on a pair of tickets, like this post and comment below with who you're taking with you!

✨ Winners will be chosen Friday afternoon!

πŸ“Έ This throwback photo from our collections is of an undated Medicine Hat Blue Jays game. 1075.0160. Explore the collections online anytime at https://collections.esplanade.ca/

🐎 This Thursday sees the annual Stampede Parade return to downtown! Grab your lawn chair and head down to see all the fl...
07/23/2024

🐎 This Thursday sees the annual Stampede Parade return to downtown! Grab your lawn chair and head down to see all the floats and horses taking part.

πŸ“· For many years Alf Turlock was a staple in our parades, famous for his western glamour as seen here in the Stampede parade (ca. 1994). #0773.0001

πŸ‘€ See more of his photos donated to the collection anytime online! Visit collections.esplanade.ca

πŸš‚  Our Historic Railroad District Walking Tours return again for another summer! North Railway Street was once the heart...
07/22/2024

πŸš‚ Our Historic Railroad District Walking Tours return again for another summer! North Railway Street was once the heart of our early settlement. Explore the roots of our community by discovering the dreams, triumphs and tribulations of the people behind the buildings in this original neighbourhood.

🚢 Sign up today for one of our three Historic Walking Tours! buy.tixx.ca/walkingtours2024

πŸ“· 0427.0007

🌿✨🎨 Immerse yourself in the beautiful synergy of art and nature at In Our Nature! Fall in love with the inspiring works ...
07/19/2024

🌿✨🎨 Immerse yourself in the beautiful synergy of art and nature at In Our Nature! Fall in love with the inspiring works of seven amazing Canadian artists- from striking video projections and intricate headpieces to large-scale photographs and forest installations. Come witness the stunning visual narratives that breed a profound connection between us and the natural world.

Isn't it time we rekindled our bond with nature? πŸŒŽπŸ’š Come to explore this exhibition Tuesday - Saturday, 12 - 5 PM.

This week we launched a brand new theatre experience we think you're going to LOVE πŸ’› E by Candlelight offers you a mesme...
07/19/2024

This week we launched a brand new theatre experience we think you're going to LOVE πŸ’›
E by Candlelight offers you a mesmerizing concert where music meets the soft glow of flickering candles. Step into a world of tranquility and elegance as local musicians Kaylyn LΓ©garΓ© on violin and Christine Bootland on cello, come together under the illumination of countless candles. We invite you to unwind and indulge in a sensory journey like no other!

Pre-Sale on NOW! Tickets go on public sale FRIDAY at 12PM.

🎫 buy.tixx.ca/EbyCandlelight

πŸ“’ CONCERT ANNOUNCEMENT πŸ“’ Canadian indie rock heroes Sloan return to Medicine Hat this winter. The band is credited as be...
07/15/2024

πŸ“’ CONCERT ANNOUNCEMENT πŸ“’ Canadian indie rock heroes Sloan return to Medicine Hat this winter. The band is credited as being a main instigator for the Canadian East Coast alternative scene of the early 90s, garnering comparisons to the Seattle Grunge movement on the opposite coast.

🎫 Tickets go on sale for Members on Wednesday, Subscribers on Thursday, and the public on Friday.

⏱️ Act Fast! A limited number of tickets are available at Early Bird pricing! Grab your TIXX early to save! buy.tixx.ca/Sloan2025

πŸ“± Time for a digital adventure in your own backyard! Grab your phone and discover the charm of our local landmarks throu...
07/12/2024

πŸ“± Time for a digital adventure in your own backyard! Grab your phone and discover the charm of our local landmarks through 3 special tours we've crafted just for you. Unearth their history and relive the shared community memories.

Ready, set, explore! 🚢 https://bycell.co/cycyt

07/11/2024

🌿✨ Have you been in to explore In Our Nature? Come and discover the profound connection between art and nature on display, featuring the works of seven talented Canadian artists: Alana Bartol, Bryce Krynski, Heather Shillinglaw, Jay Mosher, Tyler B. Jordan, Rocio Graham, and Julya Hajnoczky. 🌲🎨

This captivating exhibition uses video projections, elaborate headpieces, large-scale photographs, a forest installation, and an immersive ultraviolet video. Each piece reflects the artist's bond with the natural world, urging us to reconnect with nature. πŸŒŽπŸ’š

Join us in exploring these powerful visual narratives and rediscover the essential role nature plays in our lives. 🌿✨

πŸ”Ž Does Aparna look familiar to you? That's because she's a hot up-and-coming comedian who has made appearances almost ev...
07/09/2024

πŸ”Ž Does Aparna look familiar to you? That's because she's a hot up-and-coming comedian who has made appearances almost everywhere!

πŸ‘€ You can hear Aparna as the voice of Moon on Fox’s The Great North, or have heard her as the voice of Hollyhock on Bojack Horseman. You can currently watch Aparna in The Drop on Crave or as Dr. Pocha on Lopez vs. Lopez (NBC). How about in Unfrosted with Jerry Seinfeld? Yep, she was there too.

πŸ˜‚ She has a half-hour special on the second season of The Standups on Netflix, as well as appearances on Late Night with Stephen Colbert on CBS and Two Dope Queens on HBO. Other acting credits include A Simple Favor, Modern Love, Bob’s Burgers, Crashing, Master of None, and Inside Amy Schumer. She’s written for Totally Biased with W. Kamau Bell and Late Night with Seth Meyers, as well as Mythic Quest on Apple+.

πŸ‘ If you like comedy, it's fair to say, you've seen or heard Aparna's work!

🎟️ Catch her live on our stage THU September 26! buy.tixx.ca/AparnaNancherla

07/05/2024

πŸ˜‚ You won't want to miss this hilarious two act comedy of biblical proportions! God is a Scottish Drag Queen comes to the Hat Saturday, October 5.

Get your TIXX today!
πŸ‘‰ buy.tixx.ca/GodisaScottishDragQueen

How cool is this?! We have tons of classic recipes along side staff favourites featured in our latest exhibition, Have S...
07/04/2024

How cool is this?! We have tons of classic recipes along side staff favourites featured in our latest exhibition, Have Spatula - Will Travel. πŸ₯„

Have you ever tried out a recipe from a classic cook book? How did it turn out?

β˜€οΈ Our Historic Walking Tours return again for the summer! A fun new addition to this year's First Street SE tour, you'l...
07/04/2024

β˜€οΈ Our Historic Walking Tours return again for the summer! A fun new addition to this year's First Street SE tour, you'll meet famous residents Mr and Mrs Duggan, who'll join in to share all the latest news from the block.

Sign up today for one of our three Historic Walking Tours! buy.tixx.ca/walkingtours2024

🎼 First up in our On-Stage Series this year is returning artist, Sarah Hagen. This year her tour is Wonder Women - celeb...
07/03/2024

🎼 First up in our On-Stage Series this year is returning artist, Sarah Hagen. This year her tour is Wonder Women - celebrating the music and stories of female composers. See pianist Sarah Hagen delve into the remarkable stories and piano music of forgotten female composers from the classical repertoire. 🎹

See her live on October 3 in our unique On-Stage Series, seating you on the stage with the performer. 🎢

🎫 buy.tixx.ca/onstagesarahhagen

Happy Canada Day! πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ We hope you make the most of your holiday Monday and appreciate this beautiful place we call home. ...
07/01/2024

Happy Canada Day! πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦

We hope you make the most of your holiday Monday and appreciate this beautiful place we call home. 🍁

This archives photo shows riders waving the flags of Canada, Saskatchewan and Alberta during their Stampede opening ceremonies in Murraydale, SK. (1984) πŸ“Έ 0790.1864

πŸ”Ž You can search on online collection anytime to find great photos like this one!
Visit collections.esplanade.ca

πŸŽ‡ Get your tickets NOW for the summer rooftop party everyone will be raving about! This adult only night out starts off ...
06/30/2024

πŸŽ‡ Get your tickets NOW for the summer rooftop party everyone will be raving about! This adult only night out starts off with a FREE gallery experience celebrating our exhibition 𝑰𝒏 𝑢𝒖𝒓 𝑡𝒂𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒆, engage with the artists in this unique immersive atmosphere. Embrace the evening's theme as we do all things botanical - from your attire to the exquisite food and drink πŸƒ

🎧 Then get your tickets out when party ascends to new heights on the rooftop with a late-night silent disco. Guests will wear specially designed wireless glowing headphones with three live DJs battling for your attention. Switch between three genres of music and dance the night away under the stars!🌟🌠

🎟️ buy.tixx.ca/EAfterDarkSummer

πŸ”Ž Explore Medicine Hat this summer with your own smart phone! We've developed 3 unique tours for you to enjoy that captu...
06/29/2024

πŸ”Ž Explore Medicine Hat this summer with your own smart phone! We've developed 3 unique tours for you to enjoy that capture different local landmarks, their history and the memories our community has shared there.

Get out, explore, experience and enjoy πŸ›΄

https://bycell.co/cycyt

06/28/2024

The Paperboys have been making critically acclaimed music for 30 years. This globe-touring sextet can, in a single set, be counted on to stomp through Celtic reels, Mexican folk, fiddle tunes, New Orleans brass band music, classic pop, bluegrass, and even a philosophical waltz or two, before bringing it all home with a Latino/West African singalong. 🎢

Catch their incredible live show here on October 20! This weekend is your last chance to get Early Bird pricing! Get your TIXX NOW! buy.tixx.ca/ThePaperboys 🎫

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Wednesday 12pm - 5pm
Thursday 12pm - 5pm
Friday 12pm - 5pm
Saturday 12pm - 5pm

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The Esplanade Arts and Heritage Centre is for everyone. Whether you’re an art lover, a cultural enthusiast, or someone who can appreciate the beauty of an architecturally stunning facility – the Esplanade is for you. Medicine Hat is proud to bring together the disciplines of visual art, performance art, and cultural heritage under one roof. But not only is this building a place to appreciate and interpret culture, it is a place for our community to gather, to celebrate, and to cherish. Main Phone 403.502.8580 Main Fax 403.502.8589 Art Gallery 403.502.8583 Archives 403.502.8582 Education 403.502.8585 Museum 403.502.8587 Visitor Services 403.502.8777


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