The Hess Gallery is open 6 days a week:
Monday – Friday 9 am – 4:30 pm & Saturday 11 am – 4 pm
Closed Sundays & Holidays
Abundant Memory, Relational Intelligence
Hess Gallery
October 17, 2025 – January 23, 2026
An Indigenous-led exploration into Artificial Intelligence
Visit with the Artists
Thursday Afternoons, 12 – 3 pm
November 6: BFA New Media and BMgt Student Darby Herman will walk through her concept for VR application to support various learning styles in relation to Blackfoot language learning. Stepping into memories of Blackfoot language in familial contexts, Darby is interested in how AI can add learning supports in an immersive environment.
November 20: Join graduate student Blair Many Fingers in making a Tipi craft while participants listen to stories that relate to the Niitóyis Research Paradigm Framework, on display in the Hess Gallery. Materials will be provided while supplies last. From Michelle Sylvestre, “AIPI, Clues, and Curious Minds”. Inspired by the classic game show Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego?, this interactive activity invites visitors to test their knowledge of artificial intelligence and follow clues that reveal how AI is shaped by culture, history, and power. Explore surprising connections, challenge assumptions, and see how technology reflects the world we live in. No experience required, just bring your curiosity.
November 27: Join graduate student Blair Many Fingers in making a Tipi craft while participants listen to stories that relate to the Niitóyis Research Paradigm Framework, on display in the Hess Gallery. Materials will be provided while supplies last.
A collaboration with the Niitsitapi Pod of the Abundant Intelligences research program. More Info…
Annotations & Observations
Christou Gallery
September 26, 2025 – January 10, 2026
Curator: Jessica Colley, Curatorial Assistant
Sketches and Studies from Across Canada
This exhibition highlights the sketchbook as a space of exploration and personal reflection. More Info…
Crafternoon
Hess Gallery
November 5, 2025 | 1 – 3 pm
No experience needed—just come ready to create, relax, connect, and enjoy a free tea. More Info…
After Hours: AY Jackson and Canadian Painters
Hess Gallery
November 20, 2025 | 7 – 9 pm
Come see gems of the collection in a special behind-the-scenes night. More Info…
ARTLab: Button Making
UHall Main Atrium
November 29, 2025 | 11 am – 4 pm
All are welcome. Free refreshments! More Info…
Behind-The-Scenes-Blog
Stories from gallery staff and interns giving you behind-the-scenes access. More info..