The Discovery Zone within the galleries is a space where the whole family can explore, learn and be inspired. A place where together, you can direct your own experience of the exhibitions based on what interests you.

Our flexible self-led activities offer options to engage with the ideas in the exhibitions as well as arts and heritage in general.

Spend time creatively exploring free of charge hands on activities and available when the galleries are open. They are geared toward children 5 and up and their adult companions, as well as the young at heart if not in age! Toys, books and more are available for children of all ages to enjoy.

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‍Current Activities Include:

GROCERY CREATION STATION

Use paper templates provided to cut, fold and build your own colourful vintage inspired grocery items. In connection with the exhibition Have Spatula Will Travel.

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UPCYCLE

Explore texture and make your own frottage (texture rubbing) using objects once destined for a waste bin - give them new life through art making!  In connection with the exhibition Life Cycle.

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‍ANIMAL DRESS-UP

Use templates provided to build your own paper animal ready to be dressed in your own colourful paper clothing designs.  In connection with the exhibition A Hare-Raising Tale.

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DIGITAL PAINTING

Explore drawing and painting in the digital world! Use digital brushes, oil paint, chalk pastels and more to smudge, blend, erase and paint a digital canvas. 

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WEAVING CUBE

Create your own unique addition to the WEAVING CUBE! Use your creativity and curiosity to guide your weaving method and even try using both conventional and unconventional weaving materials.

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THE READING LIBRARY

The Reading Library hosts a curated collection of books for young readers to enjoy while spending time in the Discovery Zone. The collection encourages readers to explore art and community and was made possible by the Medicine Hat Library's generous support.

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GLASS FACTORY

Come and visit the Altaglass display in the museum! Then head to the Discovery Zone for a hands-on activity where you can explore the unique qualities of glass and design your own vase.  Learn about where colour in glass comes from and see if you can spot the piece of uranium glassware in the museum.

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LIGHT TABLE PLAY

Explore, design and play on the Discovery Zone light-table!
Build with shapes, layer colours, create patterns or build a sculpture - the possibilities are endless.

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