The Hess Gallery is open 6 days a week:
Monday – Friday 9 am – 4:30 pm & Saturday 11 am – 4 pm
Closed Sundays & Holidays
iinii
Christou Gallery
January 16 – March 21, 2026
Curator: Bryce Many Fingers
Compositional Works of Bison in the University Art Collection
This exhibition highlights artworks that are reminiscent of Bison from eras of the past and present. “Iinii,” being the Blackfoot word for Bison, offers a glimpse into some of the artworks of Bison found in the University of Lethbridge’s collection. Through the lens of multiple artists throughout Canada from both Indigenous and Non-Indigenous backgrounds, the images of bison all appear as one with the landscape where they have been represented through various mediums such as documentation, photography, illustrations, paintings, and storytelling. More Info…
Abundant Memory, Relational Intelligence
Hess Gallery
October 17, 2025 – January 23, 2026
An Indigenous-led exploration into Artificial Intelligence
A collaboration with the Niitsitapi Pod of the Abundant Intelligences research program. More Info…
A.I.P.I.: Following the Breadcrumbs
Hess Gallery
January 22, 2026 | 3:30 – 4 pm
A live visual art performance by Michelle Sylvestre.
On a dark, foggy January afternoon, A.I.P.I. steps out of the shadows to present her case. Working through a methodology of relationality, the Artificial Intelligence Private Investigator traces uneasy connections between artificial intelligence, water, knowledge, and accountability. She asks for the audience’s help following the breadcrumbs to sort what’s real from what’s been spat out as data, like a gambler at a craps table. The investigation remains open, and the truth, like the fog, doesn’t lift easily.
ARTLab: Collective Collagraph Printing
UHall Main Atrium
January 31, 2026 | 11 am – 4 pm
All are welcome. Free refreshments! More Info…
After Hours: Victor Cicansky and Botanical Art
Hess Gallery
February 5, 2026 | 7 – 9 pm
Come see gems of the collection in a special behind-the-scenes night. More Info…
Crafternoon
Hess Gallery
February 11, 2026 | 1 – 3 pm
No experience needed—just come ready to create, relax, connect, and enjoy a free tea. More Info…
Behind-The-Scenes-Blog
Stories from gallery staff and interns giving you behind-the-scenes access. More info..