Exhibits | Lloydminster Museum + Archive

From the Lacombe Museum

Edwardian Era in the West

November 8, 2025 - February 28, 2026

Inspired by Lacombe’s Edwardian Revivalist downtown architecture the Edwardian Era in the West exhibit unravels the hidden histories of Western Canada’s small communities and the lasting impact of this transformative era.

Curated by the Lacombe Museum with financial support from the Museums Assistance Program Access to Heritage fund and the Government of Canada.

Labours of Love, Under Lamp Light

March 1, 2026 - March 23, 2026

Labours of Love, Under Lamplight is an exhibition featuring art from Indigenous artists in Saskatchewan, highlighting a diverse array of experiences and interpretations of Indigenous Art. The exhibition celebrates the various practices in Indigenous art, ranging from contemporary aesthetics and materials to those rooted in familial traditions.

Touring through the Organizations of Sskatchewan Art Councils.

From the Canada Agriculture and Food Museum

Taste of Science

April 3, 2026 - June 28, 2026

Have you ever wondered why food spoils? Take a look at how and why food decay happens, in this quirky and engaging exhibition. As you step inside an oversized pantry, discover why food goes bad, as well as the role scientific innovation plays in keeping food fresh, nutritious, and safe for as long as possible. You’ll find lots to feed your mind and imagination on the menu; but watch out for the spoiled food smell simulator.

This exhibition is developed by the Canada Agriculture and Food Museum and toured by Ingenium.

From the Lloydminster Museum + Archives

Lloyd Collects!

July 7, 2026 - September 13, 2026

This community centered exhibit explores the psychology and history of collection - why do we collect things? How did collecting start? How does the history of collecting relate to modern museums? Explore some hidden collections from the LMA as well as personal collections from Lloydminster residents.

Curated by Lloydminster Museum + Archives.

In conjunction with the Arts Without Borders Festival

Arts Without Borders Juried Fine Art Show

September 19, 2026 - October 24, 2026

The Juried Fine Art Show is a competitive exhibition featuring Canadian artists who have submitted their artwork to a juror to determine the works to be included in the exhibit, and the winners in their category. This show provides artists with opportunities to display their work and compete for prizes and recognition.

Held in conjunction with the Arts Without Borders Festival.

based on the art of Carey Newman and developed in collaboration with, and circulated by, the Canadian Museum for Human Rights

Witness Blanket

November 1, 2026 - December 31, 2026

The Witness Blanket is a large-scale work of art inspired by a woven blanket. It contains hundreds of items. They were reclaimed from residential schools, churches, government buildings, and traditional and cultural structures from across Canada. It stands as a national monument to recognize the atrocities of the Indian residential school era. It honours the children and the Survivors. It symbolizes ongoing reconciliation.

The Witness Blanket, an exhibition based on the art of Carey Newman and developed in collaboration with, and circulated by, the Canadian Museum for Human Rights (Winnipeg, Manitoba).

Exhibit Submissions

The Lloydminster Museum + Archives welcomes exhibit submissions from professional artists and independent curators. We are dedicated to presenting local and regional artists working in a variety of mediums and disciplines. Please note, galleries are booked two years in advance.

For more information, please contact us at lma@lloydminster.ca or 780-874-3720.