UPCOMING EVENTS UPCOMING EVENTS MOUNTAINS: THE SACRED AND THE PROFANE ALBERTA CULTURE DAYS ARTIST-LED TOUR OF INDIGENOUS INGENUITY SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2:30 PM, FREE Join artist and activist Janice Tanton for a discussion about contemporary Native culture and concerns, within the stunning setting of the Indigenous Ingenuity exhibition. HISTORIC BANFF WALKING TOUR SUNDAY & MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 & 29, 11 AM & 1 PM, FREE Join interpreter Pam Manning on a visit to some of Banff’s most historic buildings and sites, including an inside look at the stunning Luxton Home. Tours start at Banff Ave. Square (200 block Banff Ave.). CLIMBER’S PARADISE: MAKING CANADA’S MOUNTAIN PARKS, 1906-1974 THURSDAY, OCTOBER 2, 7 PM ADMISSION BY DONATION PearlAnn Reichwein presents compelling ways to understand mountain parks, wild places and environmental connections through Canada’s national mountaineering club, the Alpine Club of Canada. Illustrated talk and book signing. SUNDAY, OCTOBER 26, 3 PM ADMISSION BY DONATION Award winning photojournalists Pat and Baiba Morrow reflect on three decades of high adventure, from their search for sacred hidden valleys in the Himalaya, to local climbs, hikes and environmental efforts aimed at keeping the mountains wild and free. VOICES FROM THE ARCHIVES UPCOMING EVENTS DAN HUDSON: ARTIST TALK THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 7 TO 9 PM ADMISSION BY DONATION Dan will share a short multimedia presentation outlining the history of his art practice and then discuss his work found in the exhibition. HOCKEY IN THE HIMALAYA: PRESENTED BY GRAHAM MACDONALD THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 7 PM, ADMISSION BY DONATION This year Graham and Tobie MacDonald travelled to the High Himalaya to coach hockey in the villages. This is their story of “Hockey on the Top of the World.” WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 7 PM, ADMISSION BY DONATION MOUNTAIN ROMANTICS Join Parks Canada’s Mountain WIT as they present Internment Camps: Banff’s Untold Story through dramatic readings, based on archival treasures from the Whyte Museum’s collection. BOOK LAUNCH & OPENING RECEPTION SPIRITS OF THE ROCKIES SATURDAY AFTERNOON BOOK SIGNING SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 4 TO 5 PM, FREE Join Courtney Mason, for the launch of Spirits of the Rockies: Reasserting an Indigenous Presence in Banff National Park. Researched in part at the Whyte Museum Archives, the book outlines how the Nakoda were displaced in the creation of the Park and how they strategically regained access to sacred lands. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 1 TO 4 PM, FREE Author Chic Scott will present his new book Mountain Romantics, The White/Whytes of Banff, together with the Opening Reception of the Founders’ Gallery, highlighting the art of Peter and Catharine Whyte. A WHYTE CHRISTMAS – OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6, 1 TO 4 PM, ADMISSION BY DONATION Start your holiday off in grand style at the Whyte Museum. Enjoy carols, crafts, cookies, hot chocolate and, of course, a visit from Santa. Bring the whole family for a celebration of the festive season. CONRAD KAIN REMEMBRANCE DAY CEMETERY TOUR HANS GMOSER FILM LAUNCH: LETTERS FROM A WANDERING MOUNTAIN GUIDE, TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 1 PM, FREE RENDEZVOUS IN THE SELKIRKS Tour the Old Banff Cemetery and explore the history of war-time Banff, including the stories of hardship and heroism, citizens and soldiers. Dress warmly. Meet at the main gate of the Old Banff Cemetery, 604 Buffalo St. SATURDAY, JANUARY 17, 7 PM, $5 PER PERSON 1906-1933 THURSDAY, OCTOBER 9, 7 TO 9 PM, FREE Book launch and reception hosted by the Alpine Club of Canada and U of A Press. Editor Zac Robinson offers a candid view into the deepest thoughts of Conrad Kain, through the famous Austrian mountain guide’s letters to a lifelong friend, Amelie Malek. VOICES FROM THE ARCHIVES THURSDAY, OCTOBER 16, 7 PM, ADMISSION BY DONATION Join Parks Canada’s Mountain WIT as they present Mary Schäffer: The Journey of a Hunter of Peace through dramatic readings, based on archival treasures from the Whyte Museum’s collection. HANS GMOSER FILM LAUNCH: As part of SnowDays, come relive the thrill and passion of the Hans Gmoser films! Thanks to the Hans Gmoser Film Preservation Project, Hans’ ten films have been reassembled and can now be experienced as they were 50 years ago. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 7 PM, $5 PER PERSON JON WHYTE SPELLING BEE AND TRIVIA CHALLENGE Come relive the thrill and passion of the Hans Gmoser films! Thanks to the Hans Gmoser Film Preservation Project, Hans’ ten films have been reassembled and can now be experienced as they were 50 years ago. This evening of friendly competition will test your wits and memory. Spectators welcome. Call 403-762-2291 ext 322 for details or to register your team of six. SKIS OVER MCKINLEY UPCOMING EVENTS TUESDAY, JANUARY 20, 7 PM, FREE Looking for goat while baking bread. Camp at lower end of Maligne Lake, 1908, Mary Schäffer fonds (V527/PS 1-72) Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies VOICES FROM THE ARCHIVES THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 7 PM, ADMISSION BY DONATION Join Laurie Schwartz from Parks Canada’s Mountain WIT as she delves further into the intriguing life of Mary Schäffer. A special SnowDays performance! A WOMAN IN WILDFLOWERS SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 3 PM, ADMISSION BY DONATION Created and performed by Shirley Truscott, this reflective dramatic portrait recounts the extraordinary personal journey of Elizabeth “Lizzie” Rummel. Her humble mountain life in the towering presence of Mount Assiniboine became in itself a beautiful work of art. WILDERNESS JOURNEY PILGRIMAGE AND METAPHOR THE PHOTOGRAPHS OF BYRON HARMON THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 7 PM, ADMISSION BY DONATION Carole Harmon will discuss how and why Byron Harmon took the photographs he did while travelling in the Rockies; what was involved in staging them, their significance to the narrative and Byron’s position in Canadian film history. KAREN MCDIARMID: ARTIST TALK THURSDAY, MARCH 5, 7 PM, ADMISSION BY DONATION Karen will give an illustrated talk on the work in her current exhibit, discussing the “not knowing” approach to capturing images and the ongoing influence of Eastern modes of thinking on her artistic process. Visit whyte.org for more programs and events! NEW - A HUNTER OF PEACE – SECOND EDITION In 1980 the Whyte Museum re-introduced the public to Mary Schäffer through a compilation of her works published as A Hunter of Peace, edited by E. J. (Ted) Hart. Now, just released, the spectacular second edition of A Hunter of Peace features: • R evised content, more true to Schäffer’s original manuscripts. • A new foreward by the Museum’s Head Archivist, Jennifer Rutkair, offering new insights into Schäffer and the gender conventions of her era. • A dditional images and improved image quality, so the beauty of Schäffer’s hand-tinted lantern slides can be fully appreciated. The Whyte Museum Shop offers high quality, locally/ regionally made gifts inspired by Canadian Rockies art, culture and history. Your purchase supports The Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies. OPEN DAILY Summer Hours (June 15 to Sept. 15) 9:30 AM to 5 PM Winter Hours (Sept. 16 to June 14) 10 AM to 5 PM Closed December 25 and January 1 111 BEAR STREET • 403 762-2291 EXT. 340 • WHYTE.ORG/SHOP From the exhibition Heart of the Himalaya, Photographs by Pat & Baiba Morrow: Pat Morrow, Ladakhi nomad prepares food and tea, Changtang Plateau, near the border of Tibet (detail), 1992 IN THE GALLERIES October 2014 through March 2015 H E A R T OF TH E H IM A L A YA : PHOTOGRAPHS BY PAT & BAIBA MORROW TH E OR IE S OF E N TA N G L E M E N T: THE ART OF DAN HUDSON HIGH ADVENTURE - BYRON HARMON ON THE COLUMBIA ICEFIELD, 1924 THROUGH THE LENS G A TE W A Y TO TH E R OC K IE S MAIN GALLERY MAIN GALLERY RUMMEL ROOM H E R I TA G E G A L L E R Y PROGRAMS & TOURS Admission to the Whyte Museum is by donation, Heritage Homes Visits are included. Byron Harmon, Columbia Icefield trip, packtrain on side glacier to Saskatchewan Glacier, 1924, Byron Harmon fonds (V263/ NA – 2286), Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies The Whyte Museum inspires discovery and wonder where people and the Rocky Mountains meet. The Museum’s founders, Peter and Catharine Whyte, were local artists and philanthropists who wished to offer a place where people could gather and appreciate the culture and beauty of the area. Our programming is made possible through generous support from you – the Museum’s Members, donors and sponsors. MUSEUM ADMISSIONS Admission by donation MUSEUM HOURS Including The Whyte Museum Shop Open Daily Summer Hours (June 15 to Sept. 15) 9:30 AM to 5 PM Winter Hours (Sept. 16 to June 14) 10 AM to 5 PM Closed December 25 and January 1 ARCHIVES & LIBRARY HOURS Open Mon. through Fri. 1 PM to 5 PM and Tues., Wed. and Fri. mornings by 24 hr advance appointment. Closed weekends and holidays. Contact 403 762-2291 ext. 335 or [email protected] Baiba Morrow, Pilgrims attend festival, Tsurphu Monastery, 4480 m (detail), Tolung Valley, Tibet, 1997 Crag & Canyon newspaper, February 6, 1915, No. 50, Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies PATRIOTISM, FIELD COMFORTS AND A CANVAS CITY: Peter Whyte, Burial of Chief David Bearspaw, 1956, oil on canvas, Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies R E M E M B E R I N G T H E FI R S T WO R L D WA R HEART OF THE HIMALAYA: HIGH ADVENTURE - BY R O N H A R M O N OCTOBER 24, 2014 TO JANUARY 25, 2015 P H OTO G R A P H S BY PAT & B A I B A M O R R OW O N T H E CO L U M B I A I C E FI E L D, 19 2 4 OCTOBER 24, 2014 TO JANUARY 25, 2015 JANUARY 31 TO MARCH 29, 2015 Opening Reception Friday, October 24 Museum Members at 6 PM, General Opening at 7 PM Opening Reception Friday, October 24 Museum Members at 6 PM, General Opening at 7 PM Opening Reception Saturday, January 31 Museum Members at 6 PM, General Opening at 7 PM Passionate advocates for wilderness preservation and mountain cultures, Pat and Baiba Morrow have enjoyed a career and lifestyle that defines adventure journalism. Their love for indigenous cultures and the mountain world propels them on explorations in the physical, cultural and spiritual realm. In 1924, Banff photographer Byron Harmon organized an expedition to take the first significant photographs and film-footage of the Columbia Icefield. This exhibition, which traces Harmon’s route through his photographs, film, lantern and stereo-slides, originated as part of the 90th anniversary of the Art Gallery of Alberta. Featuring the Museum’s archival, art and heritage collections, this exhibit commemorates the First World War, 1914-1918, through the personal experiences of Bow Valley residents who served overseas and those who remained on the home front including “enemy aliens” imprisoned in Canada’s first national internment operations. GATEWAY TO THE ROCKIES ONGOING The history of the Canadian Rockies is shared using artifacts, artworks, archival photographs, recordings and documents. This fun, interactive exhibition (complete with a full-size helicopter and a Brewster touring car) brings to life the men and women who shaped the culture of these mountains. FOUNDERS’ GALLERY T:403-762-2291WHYTE.ORG[email protected] 111 BEAR ST., BOX 160, BANFF, ALBERTA, CANADA Dan Hudson, Golden Stag, 2012, oil on canvas, 35 x 59”, collection of the artist THEORIES OF ENTANGLEMENT: T H E A R T O F DA N H U D S O N OCTOBER 24, 2014 TO JANUARY 25, 2015 The Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies gratefully acknowledges tthe support of the HERITAGE HOMES VISITS SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS 11:30 AM & 1:30 PM, 30 MINUTES Visit the home of philanthropists, world travellers and visual artists Peter and Catharine (Robb) Whyte and marvel at the romantic vision reflected in the home of collectors and community leaders Philip and Pearl (Brewster) Moore. Note: Tours are offered on a first come, first served basis and are limited to eight people. GROUP BOOKINGS A variety of group bookings and tours are available by request. MUSEO PACKS & SCHOOL PROGRAMS Museo Packs, gallery adventures in a backpack, help children ages 6-12 explore, imagine and discover new things throughout our exhibitions. Borrow a Pack at the Admissions Desk. We also offer a variety of school programs for grades K to 6, developed to complement curriculums and delivered by Museum Educators. GENERAL INFORMATION FOLLOW US ON WHYTE.ORG AND The Heritage Home of Peter and Catharine Whyte Opening Reception Friday, October 24 Museum Members at 6 PM, General Opening at 7 PM Time lapse videos, lenticular photography, mixed media constructions and paintings are the ingredients of this diverse exhibition. Dan Hudson’s experiences as a photojournalist, including his lifelong relationship with nature through wilderness adventures, have shaped his world view and his approach to artistic subject matter. Karen McDiarmid, Café Window. Leh, Ladakh, 2014, digital photograph, 12 x 12”, collection of the artist Through the Lens participant Bonnie Crawler, 2000 THROUGH THE LENS JANUARY 31 TO MARCH 29, 2015 Opening Reception Saturday, January 31 Museum Members at 6 PM, General Opening at 7 PM Through the Lens is a photography program and exhibition for students from Bow Valley high schools. The program immerses students in the creative process of traditional and digital photography. The exhibitions High Adventure, Through the Lens and Everything Sings are part of EXPOSURE 2015, THE CALGARY BANFF CANMORE PHOTOGRAPHY FESTIVAL. EVERYTHING SINGS: I M A G E S F R O M HERE AND THERE JANUARY 31 TO MARCH 29, 2015 Opening Reception Saturday, January 31 Museum Members at 6 PM, General Opening at 7 PM Everything Sings is a photographic exhibition from Karen McDiarmid’s 2014 travels in Northern India and near her home in Banff. Using a variety of photographic techniques, McDiarmid collages photographic imagery into fanciful stories that balance between the familiar and strange, the corporeal and ethereal. Catharine Robb Whyte, Mount Cory, oil on canvas, 10 x 12”, WyC.01.109, Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies SIDE BY SIDE: PA I N T I N G S BY P E T E R A N D C AT H A R I N E AUGUST 23 TO NOVEMBER 23, 2014 The exhibition places the viewer in a shared line of sight with Peter and Catharine as they rendered scenes and subjects with oil on canvas, sitting side by side or within calling distance. See Upcoming Events (on the reverse) for details on the November 29 presentation of the new book Mountain Romantics and the next Founders’ Gallery exhibition. For additional details or to book programs and tours, please contact Nathalie Delbecq at 403-762-2291 ext. 322, or email [email protected] ARCHIVES & LIBRARY The Whyte Museum’s Archives and Library welcomes historians, genealogists, students, demographers, filmmakers and countless others, with varying research interests. Our holdings of textual records, photographs, films, sound recordings, out-of-print publications and newspapers offer a comprehensive study of the human and natural history of the Canadian Rockies. The Archives and Library also offers reproduction service of archival images for personal and commercial use. Contact 403 762-2291 ext. 335 or [email protected]
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