Contemporary Calgary

Arts, Media and Entertainment

Calgary AB

Contemporary Calgary was established in 2014 when three contemporary art societies in Calgary united with a shared vision of transforming the Centennial Planetarium into a world-class gallery dedicated to modern and contemporary art. What began as a dream became a reality with the official launch of Contemporary Calgary’s programming and exhibitions in January 2020.

As a non-collecting institution, Contemporary Calgary collaborates with leading art institutions across the country to bring the best of contemporary art programming to the community. The gallery hosts world-class exhibitions by drawing from national and international collections of modern and contemporary art, spanning from the early 20th century to the present and representing all global cultures. With eight to twelve exhibitions annually, Contemporary Calgary offers vibrant programming that encourages frequent visits.

Since opening its doors at the Planetarium, Contemporary Calgary has welcomed a diverse range of artists from local, national, and international stages, including Yoko Ono, Robert Houle, Chitra Ganesh, Diane Arbus, Marcel Dzama, and Paola Pivi, among many others. Beyond exhibitions, Contemporary Calgary is deeply committed to art education, community outreach, and exhibition interpretation, ensuring that modern and contemporary art is accessible to all. Programs are tailored to engage children, adults, families, and seniors, at all levels of art appreciation, fostering an environment where everyone feels welcome to explore contemporary art and engage in meaningful dialogue and community building.