Art & Culture

The Forbes Homestead is one of the oldest buildings still standing in Grande Prairie. It contains the original log structure built in 1911, used as the first hospital in Grande Prairie, as well as the two storey add-on used by the Forbes family as their residence.

The homestead was restored to its original form to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the arrival of the Forbes family and was opened to the public in 2010.

Situated in Muskoseepi Park, the Grande Prairie Museum develops and hosts educational programs, tours, interactive displays, and temporary exhibits to tell the story of the region’s history. The adjoining Heritage Village is open May through September and consists of 14 historical buildings from the Grande Prairie area.

The Montrose Culture Centre is home to the Grande Prairie Public Library, the Art Gallery of Grande Prairie, Jeffrey's Café and the Teresa Sargent Hall. It is a place for the community to gather in support of the arts and literacy in Grande Prairie, and provides an event space for public and private bookings.

Just 20 kilometres west of Grande Prairie is the Pipestone Creek Bonebed, one of the densest accumulations of fossils in the world and home to the Philip J. Currie Dinosaur Museum. This world-class facility uses animation, CTI scans, 3D printers, and other technologies to give visitors a unique interactive dinosaur experience.

The Bonnetts Energy Centre is Grande Prairie's premiere entertainment and sport venue located in the heart of the city. It houses Bonnetts Energy Arena and the Bowes. The venue hosts a variety of sporting events, concerts, shows, private functions and entertainment for the whole family, and is home to the AJHL Hockey team, the Grande Prairie Storm.

One of the largest cultural organizations in Alberta, the Art Gallery of Grande Prairie works to preserve, inspire, and share the world of art with the community and the region. Located within the Montrose Cultural Centre, the gallery offers free admission, art exhibitions, guided tours, educational programs, and activities for all ages. The Art Gallery features the Carlstrom Family Green Space, an interactive gallery, and self-directed studio space where visitors of all ages can participate in free art activities.

The Centre for Creative Arts offers workspace and affordable fine art, craft, and cultural classes for aspiring artists of all ages and skills. The centre is home to a gallery and gift shop that features 100% locally made fine art and craft items.

The 508 seat Douglas J. Cardinal Performing Arts centre at Grande Prairie Regional College hosts a wide variety of local community groups, keynote speakers, musical performances, theatrical productions, recitals and annual events and shows.