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Special Events + Workshops

Alberta Culture Days


Celebrate Culture Days with a free night of art making! Join mother-daughter duo Mary Escano and Emiliana Soriano for a hands-on workshop inspired by traditional Filipino basket weaving. Using paper, palm, and banana leaf, participants will paint and create a contemporary woven mat. Whether you're trying weaving for the first time or reconnecting with a familiar craft, you'll leave with a beautiful handmade piece and a deeper appreciation for this timeless art form. Celebrate culture through creativity! This program is made possible through the partnership of Gallery@501 and the Strathcona County Library.

Parfleche Painting with Alaynee Goodwill-Littlechild


Join Lakota-nêhiyaw artist Alaynee Goodwill-Littlechild for an immersive workshop exploring the ancient art of Parfleche Painting. Open to all skill levels, this hands-on experience invites you to connect with tradition, learn cultural stories behind the designs, and discover Alaynee’s artistic journey. Practice traditional techniques as you create your own unique painted Parfleche piece to take home.