Arts and Culture

Our City is filled with history, music, theatre, art, events and festivals that create a vibrant and exciting community.

Take a chance - explore the culture of Fort Saskatchewan.

Art Galleries

Alberta Lottery Fund Art Gallery

This gallery is located in the Dow Centennial Centre (8700 – 84 Street) and features monthly exhibits.

The gallery is open weekly on Thursday and Friday 11am to 2pm and during performances at the Shell Theatre.

If you would like to organize a week day Art Gallery visit or for more information, please call 780-992-6400 or email us.

Art in Public Places Gallery

This gallery is located between the Lion’s Mane and the Fort Saskatchewan Pottery Guild’s Studio in the Dow Centennial Centre (8700 – 84 Street) and features a selection of the pieces chosen through the Art in Public Places Program from its inception in 2005 to 2017.

Exhibit Hours:

  • Monday to Friday: 6am to 9pm
  • Saturday: 7am to 8pm
  • Sunday: 8am to 8pm
  • Closed STAT holidays

Closed:

  • January 1
  • July 1
  • December 25
  • December 24 and 31 closed at 5:30pm

For more information, please call 780-992-6401 or email us.

City Hall Art Nook

This gallery is located in the main floor of City Hall (10005 – 102 Street) showcasing the talents of Fort Saskatchewan artists.

City Hall Art Nook Hours

Day

Hours

Monday – Thursday

8:00am – 9:00pm

Friday

8:00am – 6:00pm

Saturday

10:00am – 5:00pm

Sunday

1:00 – 5:00pm (except July and August)

For more information, please call 780-992-6401 or email us.

How to Exhibit

To find out how to exhibit at the Alberta Lottery Fund Art Gallery or City Hall Art Nook, check out the Visual Art Exhibiting Program Guidelines, Procedures and Submission Form.

Art Programs and Classes

To see all of the art programs and classes the City offers, check out a current copy of the Leisure Guide or check out our programs on GoLeisure and register online today.

Public Art

Public Art encourages people to take pride in public spaces and it can transform a community into a more welcoming and beautiful environment. Public Art also includes our Art in Public Places program, celebrating Fort Saskatchewan artists and their work.

Learn more about Public Art around the City.

Shell Theatre

Located in the Sherritt Cultural Pavilion of the Dow Centennial Centre, the Shell Theatre has it all. We host amazing professional series shows, drama productions, music concerts, dance festivals and recitals. Our fully equipped venue seats over 500 people. Come and discover why Shell Theatre is one of Fort Saskatchewan's hidden gems.

Visit Shell Theatre