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Congrats to 2013's 'Rosie' nominees!
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May 16, 2013 The Alberta Media Production Industries Association (AMPIA) has announced the finalists for the 2013 Alberta Film & Television Awards - The Rosies! - which celebrate excellence and outstanding achievement in Alberta film, television and new media. Alberta Film and the Government of Alberta are proud supporters of the awards and this incredible industry, whose members continue to showcase the limitless talent and creativity we have in our province. Learn more about Alberta Film and its initiatives |
Celebrate the summer season launch at the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village
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May 13, 2013 On Monday, May 20, the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village kicks off the summer season with a celebration of Ukrainian dance and a new exhibit - Journey to Canada: Ukrainian Immigration Experiences 1891-1900. Festivities begin at noon with a brilliant display of Ukrainian dance and features family-friendly activities such as horse-drawn wagon rides, church services and more. Information Bulletin Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village |
Discover the cars of the Fabulous Fifties
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May 10, 2013 On May 18th, Reynolds-Alberta Museum will open its new exhibit, Fabulous Fifties. This display explores the automobile culture of that decade, featuring more than 25 vintage vehicles. Fabulous Fifties offers fun for all ages including a game show, film screenings and more! Information Bulletin Reynolds-Alberta Museum |
Robert Henderson PoW Collection unveiled at RAM
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May 2, 2013 The Royal Alberta Museum will help Albertans discover the little-known history of prisoners of war (PoWs) in our province through its recent acquisition of the Robert Henderson PoW Collection, which was unveiled May 2. The collection, gathered by private collector Robert Henderson over a period of 40 years, offers a glimpse into daily life for the more than 35,000 PoWs detained in Canada during the Second World War. Information Bulletin Download Photos |
Queen's Golden Jubilee Medal
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April 26, 2013 On Friday, May 3, some amazing young Albertans will receive the Queen Elizabeth II Golden Jubilee Citizenship Medal from His Honour, Col. (Ret'd) the Honourable Donald S. Ethell, Lieutenant Governor of Alberta. Created in 2002 as part of the celebrations honouring the 50th anniversary of the accession of Queen Elizabeth II to the throne, the medal honours those who contribute to their communities through public service and voluntary endeavour. Information Bulletin Learn more about the medal Photos |
Chop Suey on the Prairies
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April 12, 2013 Chinese restaurants have become part of the prairie landscape - there are more Alberta towns with a Chinese restaurant than without. On April 20, the Royal Alberta Museum opens a new exhibit, Chop Suey on the Prairies: A History of Chinese Restaurants in Alberta. Information Bulletin Royal Alberta Museum |
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May 15, 2013
Dinosaur-era garden reopens May 17 at Royal Tyrrell Museum
May 13, 2013
Ukrainian Village season kicks off with Journey to Canada exhibit and dance celebrations
May 10, 2013
Fabulous Fifties exhibit opens May 18 at Reynolds-Alberta Museum
April 30, 2013
Royal Alberta Museum acquires PoW collection
April 26, 2013
Lieutenant Governor awards Golden Jubilee Citizenship Medals to students
April 19, 2013
Global fossil symposium comes to Alberta
April 19, 2013
Frank Slide Interpretive Centre marks 110th anniversary of disaster
April 12, 2013
Royal Alberta Museum exhibit explores Chinese restaurants
