Nickle Galleries exhibits the work of established artists from Western Canada, especially from Southern Alberta, and presents exhibitions drawn from its rich collections of art, textiles, and numismatics. Since its founding in 1979, the Nickle has worked to deepen understandings of art and culture through critical exhibitions, dynamic programs, and unique experiential learning opportunities. This includes free weekly Nickle at Noon talks (Thursdays at 12 pm), featuring artists, curators and historians. FREE admission. (Spring/Summer) Mon to Fri 9 am - 4 pm. closed Sat; (Fall/Winter) Mon to Fri 9 am - 4 pm, Thurs till 8 pm, Sat 11 am - 4 pm. Year round closed Sun and holidays.
Nickle Galleries
410 University Court NW, Taylor Family Digital Library, University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta T2N 1N4
410 University Court NW, Taylor Family Digital Library, University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta T2N 1N4
(Spring/Summer) Mon to Fri 9 am - 4 pm. closed Sat; (Fall/Winter) Mon to Fri 9 am - 4 pm, Thurs till 8 pm, Sat 11 am - 4 pm. Year round closed Sun and holidays.
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