"A Day in Edmonton" Created by: Cityseeker 17 Locations Bookmarked Art Gallery of Alberta "Fine Art in Alberta" Nestled in the center of Edmonton's downtown, Art Gallery of Alberta finds itself on the busy Sir Winston Churchill Square and serves as the region's top art exposition center. Established in the year 1924, it is one of the oldest art venues of Alberta and one of the few spots entirely focusing on visual arts. The art gallery curates a revolving program of historical and by IQRemix contemporary art exhibitions from the state and other corners of the world. More than 5000 arresting art works by Canadian and international artists populate the gallery space. It comprises three story's of exhibition areas, apart from a sales and a rental shop on-site. +1 780 425 5379 www.youraga.ca
[email protected] 2 Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton AB Alberta Legislature "Tours of the Legislature Building" Surrounded by parks and commanding a fine view of the North Saskatchewan River, the Alberta Legislature is the meeting place of Alberta’s Legislative Assembly and Executive Council. Known to Edmontonians as “The Ledge,” the beaux-arts style building was opened in 1913. Free, daily tours are given on the hour and cover topics including by mastermaq the roles and structure of the government, parliamentary ceremonies, the architecture of the building, and the political history of Alberta. Gifts, souvenirs, and local crafts may be purchased at the building’s gift shop. +1 780 427 2826 www.assembly.ab.ca/
[email protected] 10800 97 Avenue Northwest, Edmonton AB Muttart Conservatory "Edmonton's Best Horticultural Center" Featuring four glass-encased pyramids that represent this stunning Edmonton icon, the Muttart Conservatory is regarded as one of most famous attractions in the city.