Galt Museum & Archives

Esports Day at the Museum hosted by Bridge Esports Friday November 8, 2024. Join us for an exciting day dedicated to the world of Esports! Whether you're a seasoned gamer or just curious about the Esports phenomenon, we have something for everyone. 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Introduction to the World of Esports: Discover the history, growth, and impact of Esports in this informative session. Watch the Show: Enjoy highlights from popular Esports tournaments and matches. Play Vintage Games: Get hands-on with some classic video games from past decades. 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM: Super Smash Bros Tournament Register to compete in our Super Smash Bros tournament! Spectators Welcome: Even if you're not playing, come hang out, watch the tournament live, enjoy snacks, and cheer on the contestants. all ages welcome | registration is required for tournament play | museum admission applies | free for members

We’re just ONE WEEK away from The Rocky Horror Picture Show at the Galt Museum, and tickets are flying! 🖤✨ October 31 | Doors at 8:00 PM | Screening at 9:00 PM $30 per ticket (includes all props!) Prizes for best dressed Cash bar and popcorn available! Don’t miss your chance to join in on this iconic cult classic with Theatre Outré and a night full of outrageous fun! Grab your tickets now and get ready for a Halloween like no other!

Step into the chilling heart of Fort Whoop-Up’s dark past. Embark on a harrowing guided tour where the walls whisper stories of chaos, fear, and untold horror. Unearth the fort’s most terrifying secrets, as you’re led through bone-chilling encounters that will leave your heart racing and your breath shallow. Feel the weight of the forgotten dead, witness nature's wrath, and survive the eerie silence before the final reckoning. This is no ordinary tour—it’s a journey into madness. ⚠️ 18+ only. 💀 Limited tickets—only 15 souls per tour. 🔥 3 tours available, $30 per ticket. Will you face the fort’s darkest history… or will you leave it behind forever?

Join us for an exciting day dedicated to the world of Esports! Whether you're a seasoned gamer or just curious about the Esports phenomenon, we have something for everyone. 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Introduction to the World of Esports: Discover the history, growth, and impact of Esports in this informative session. Watch the Show: Enjoy highlights from popular Esports tournaments and matches. Play Vintage Games: Get hands-on with some classic video games from past decades. 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM: Super Smash Bros Tournament Play: Register to compete in our Super Smash Bros tournament. Test your skills and aim for the top spot. Spectators Welcome: Even if you're not playing, come hang out, watch the tournament live, enjoy snacks, and cheer on the contestants. all ages welcome | registration is required for tournament play | museum admission applies | free for members

Join us for an exciting day dedicated to the world of Esports! Whether you're a seasoned gamer or just curious about the Esports phenomenon, we have something for everyone. 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Introduction to the World of Esports: Discover the history, growth, and impact of Esports in this informative session. Watch the Show: Enjoy highlights from popular Esports tournaments and matches. Play Vintage Games: Get hands-on with some classic video games from past decades. 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM: Super Smash Bros Tournament Register to compete in our Super Smash Bros tournament. Test your skills and aim for the top spot. Spectators Welcome: Even if you're not playing, come hang out, watch the tournament live, enjoy snacks, and cheer on the contestants. all ages welcome | registration is required for tournament play | museum admission applies | free for members

Toddler Time: Explore and Play at the Galt Museum Wednesday, October 30 9:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. Bring your toddlers and small children to an interactive morning of playtime at the Galt Museum & Archives. A fun morning filled with toys, activities, book reading, and a private time to explore the exhibition on Play. toddlers and their caregivers | registration required | museum admission applies | free to members with registration call 403-320-3954 to reserve your spot!

🎃🖤 Transylvanians, it’s time to do the Time Warp again! 🖤🎃 Join us for a fabulous night of thrills, chills, and a whole lot of fun as The Rocky Horror Picture Show returns to the Galt Museum in collaboration with Theatre Outré! 💋✨ 🗓 October 31 ⏰ Doors: 8:00 PM | Screening: 9:00 PM 📍 The Galt Museum 👥 18+ event | $30 per ticket (props included!) What to expect: Comedy, cult vibes, and audience participation that'll have you screaming for more! 🎉 A chance to win prizes for best dressed! Bar and popcorn for purchase to keep you fueled for all the madness! 🍿🍸 See you there for a night you won’t forget! 😈 #RockyHorrorAtTheGalt #TheatreOutré #DoTheTimeWarpAgain #HalloweenFun

Participate in a lecture on "The Role of Rough-and-Tumble Play in the Development of Social Skills" with Sergio M. Pellis, Ph.D. Professor Department of Neuroscience. Thursday, October 24, 2024 6:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m. adults and seniors | registration not required | museum admission applies | free to members

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🧠 This Saturday Trivia Night at the Museum! 🧠 Get ready for an exciting evening of trivia hosted by experienced quizmasters Siobhan Rasmussen and Erynn Gordon! Bring your team of up to 8 people or register individually and test your knowledge on local history, pop culture, music, science, and more! 📅 Date & Time: October 19, 6-8 PM 📍 Location: Galt Museum & Archives 💵 Cost: Regular admission fee applies | Free for members 🎁 Prizes: Museum prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners! 🍿 What's Included: Complimentary popcorn for all participants! Bar and concession on-site for additional snacks and drinks. 📞 Registration Required: Team Registration: Call our front desk to reserve your spot and pay as a group. Individual Registration: Book your spot by phone or online: Register Here Members: Call 403-320-3954 to book with our attendants. Don’t miss out on this fun-filled night of friendly competition, tasty treats, and great prizes! Whether you're a trivia novice or a seasoned expert, there's something for everyone! Tag your trivia buddies and start prepping for a night to remember! 🏆✨ #TriviaNight #GaltMuseum #QuizMasters #FunAtTheMuseum