Lacombe Museum

Lacombe Christmas Exhibit & Santa’s Workshop
2025-11-25 10:00 - 2025-12-20 16:00 (America/Edmonton) | Lacombe Museum, 5005 50 Avenue, Lacombe, Alberta, T4L 1W2, Canada
Join us from November 25th to December 20th for our new Exhibit: “Lacombe Christmas Exhibit and Santa’s Workshop.”
Step back in time and discover the hisotry of Christmas in Lacombe, from cherished holiday traditions to the stories behind festive customs. Explore the sights and sounds of the season as they were celebrated in years past.
Don’t miss your chance to visit to Santa’s Workshop and bring the holiday spirit to life with family friendly crafts.
Whether you’re looking to relive nostalgic memories or create new one’s, this exhibit offers a heartwarming celebration for visitors of all ages.

The Life and Works of an Artist: Suzan Sturgeon
2026-01-14 10:00 - 2026-05-02 16:00 | Flatiron Building Museum, 5005 50 Ave, Lacombe, Alberta, T4L 2L1, Canada
Join us at the Flatiron Museum and learn about the life and work of local artist Suzan Sturgeon (1944 – 2018)
Discover the stories behind her art and enjoy the collection of her works in multiple mediums, from expressive watercolours and painted signs to timeless bronze sculptures.

Annual General Meeting
2026-03-26 18:00 - 20:00 | Lacombe Memorial Centre, 5214 50 Ave, Lacombe, Alberta, T4L 0B6, Canada
﻿﻿Join us on March 26 for out Annual General Meeting.
It will be taking place at the Servus Credit Union Room at the Lacombe Mmeorial Centre (5214 50 Avenue, Lacombe)
The public is welcome and encouraged to join!
Annual Report
AGM Packet

Lacombe Museum Casino Volunteer Callout
2026-05-07 - 2026-05-08 | AB
The Lacombe Museum’s casino nights are coming up. If you’ve been looking for a way to contribute to the museum without long term commitments, then this is the perfect opportunity for you.
Volunteer run casino night are an integral fundraising event for non-profits. All funds collected from this event are used to support museum operations.
For more info or to sign up, email archives@lacombemuseum.com

Lacombe Through The Years Opening Gala
2026-05-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Flatiron Building Museum, 5005 50 Ave, Lacombe, Alberta, T4L 2L1, Canada
Join us on May 14th at the Flatiron Building Museum for the Grand Opening of our new exhibit: Lacombe Through The Years.
Learn about Lacombe’s history and current local tourism ecperiences with out new recurring summer exhibit.
Curated by the lacombe Musuem

Lacombe Through The Years
2026-05-14 18:00 - 2026-09-10 16:00 | Flatiron Building Museum, 5005 50 Ave, Lacombe, Alberta, T4L 2L1, Canada
Learn about the History of Lacombe and current tourism experiences with our new recurring summer exhibit: Lacombe Through The Years
Curated by the lacombe Musuem

Historic Downtown Walking Tour
2026-05-27 16:00 - 18:00, 2026-06-03 16:00 - 18:00 | Michener House Museum, 5036 51st Street, Lacombe, Alberta, T4L1W2
Our heritage walking tours are offered on a drop-in, by-donation basis every Wednesday from 4pm to 5pm and 5pm to 6pm.
The Lacombe Museum offers five walking tours covering different aspects of Lacombe’s history: Historic Downtown, Historic Murals, Intreague on the Prairies, Hidden Histories and Heritage Houses.
Each tour route involves approximately 1km of walking and takes 45 minutes to 1 hour to complete. Heritage Walking Tours meet at the Michener House Museum.

Indigenous Artisans Workshop
2026-06-20 12:00 - 16:00 | Lacombe Performing Arts Centre, 5227 Calgary Edmonton Trail, Lacombe, Alberta, T4L 1J7
Join us on June 20th at the Lacombe Preforming Arts Centre for an afternoon of learning and free Indigenous-focused workshops, including:

Beaded Lanyard
Bannock Making
Parfleche Earrings

Drop in, no registration required. Will run as long as supplies last.
For more information, call (403) 782 – 3933 or email bookings@lacombemuseum.com

Matchstick Carnival
2026-07-01 13:00 - 18:00 | Ecole Lacombe Junior High School Field, 5830 50th Street, Lacombe, Alberta, T4L 1V1, Canada
Feeling nostalgic? Join us on Canada Day at the ELJHS field for a variety of assorted carnival games including Goldrush, Ring Toss, Tipsy Bottle and many more!
First 50 people will get 10 free game tickets!
Notice: Ticket Sales are cash only
Afternoon of excitement brought to you by Speldor Vendor and the Lacombe Museum.

Blacksmithing Workshop – Keychain & Bookmark
2026-07-02 01:00 - 16:00 | Lacombe Blacksmith Shop Museum, 5020 49 St, Lacombe, AB, T4L 2G8, Canada
Forge a connection with the past in our 1902 blacksmith shop!
Our blacksmith workshop series is back for another year. Each workshop will give students hands-on experience working with our coal forge to make their own Keychain & Bookmark.
No previous blacksmithing experience is required for this project. Spots are limited.
Participants in our blacksmith workshops must be 16 or older. All participants will be required to sign a safety waiver at the beginning of class.
Though participants do not need to bring their own tools or safety equipment they are required to wear or bring the following:

natural fibre clothing (cotton, wool, linen. NO synthetic fibres as they can melt when close to the forge)
work boots – we do not require steel-toe boots but sturdy boots that will keep you safe against dropped items are a must
Long hair should be tied back
Do not wear flammable products like hairspray
optional safety equipment: safety glasses, ear plugs, leather gloves

Price: $90.00 per person
For more information or to book, call (403) 782 – 3933 or email bookings@lacombemuseum.com
We look forward to seeing you in July!

Blacksmith Workshop – Necklace Pendant
2026-07-09 13:00 - 16:00 | Lacombe Blacksmith Shop Museum, 5020 49 St, Lacombe, AB, T4L 2G8, Canada
Forge a connection with the past in our 1902 blacksmith shop!
Our blacksmith workshop series is back for another year. Each workshop will give students hands-on experience working with our coal forge to make their own Necklace Pendant.
This is an advanced workshop. Spots are limited.
Participants in our blacksmith workshops must be 16 or older. All participants will be required to sign a safety waiver at the beginning of class.
Though participants do not need to bring their own tools or safety equipment they are required to wear or bring the following:

natural fibre clothing (cotton, wool, linen. NO synthetic fibres as they can melt when close to the forge)
work boots – we do not require steel-toe boots but sturdy boots that will keep you safe against dropped items are a must
Long hair should be tied back
Do not wear flammable products like hairspray
optional safety equipment: safety glasses, ear plugs, leather gloves

Price: $100.00 per person
For more information or to book, call (403) 782 – 3933 or email bookings@lacombemuseum.com
We look forward to seeing you in July!

Hammer In Festival
2026-07-11 10:00 - 17:00 | Lacombe Blacksmith Shop Museum, 5020 49 St, Lacombe, AB, T4L 2G8, Canada
The Lacombe Musuem is excited to announce the return of the highly anticipated Hammer In Festival at the Lacombe Blacksmith Shop Musuem.
Mark your calendars for Saturday, July 11th, 2026 as we invite you to a day filled with blacksmithing marvels, artisan markets, and captivating historical experiences.
2026 marks several milestones at the Lacombe Museum. It’s the Blacksmith Shops 124th year in history and its 32nd Anniversary as a musuem! A more thorough history of our shop can be found in the virtual exhibit Through the Years | Lacombe Blacksmith Shop but it was opened to the public in the spring of 1994 only one year after the Lacombe and District Historical Society purchased it and undertook a major conservation project in the building. Since then it has been open to the public during the summer months, today open 5 days a week Victoria Day through Labour Day weekend.
As always the Hammer-In Festival is free for the public to attend, donations are of course greatly appreciated. The Hammer-In Festival primarily takes place outdoors on 49 Street and in the parking lots directly north and south of the Lacombe Blacksmith Shop Museum.
Inside of the historic Lacombe Blacksmith Shop Museum visitors can view staff and volunteers using our original coal forge, purchase items made in our 1902 blacksmith shop, and view displays about blacksmithing.
Please note some vendors may be cash only. The closest ATM is in Servus Credit Union at the corner of 50 Street and 51 Avenue.
Street parking directly beside the Lacombe Blacksmith Shop Museum will be limited but the festival is easily accessible if using the public parking lots on Highway 2A near Elite Bridal Boutique or Leto’s Restaurant.
If you are interested in being a vendor in the artisan market or are a blacksmith or farrier who would like a demonstration spot please get in touch via 403-782-3933 or bookings@lacombemuseum.com.

Blacksmith Workshop – Spoon & Fork
2026-07-16 13:00 - 16:00 | Lacombe Blacksmith Shop Museum, 5020 49 St, Lacombe, AB, T4L 2G8, Canada
Forge a connection with the past in our 1902 blacksmith shop!
Our blacksmith workshop series is back for another year. Each workshop will give students hands-on experience working with our coal forge to make their own Spoon & Fork.
This is an advanced workshop. Spots are limited.
Participants in our blacksmith workshops must be 16 or older. All participants will be required to sign a safety waiver at the beginning of class.
Though participants do not need to bring their own tools or safety equipment they are required to wear or bring the following:

natural fibre clothing (cotton, wool, linen. NO synthetic fibres as they can melt when close to the forge)
work boots – we do not require steel-toe boots but sturdy boots that will keep you safe against dropped items are a must
Long hair should be tied back
Do not wear flammable products like hairspray
optional safety equipment: safety glasses, ear plugs, leather gloves

Price: $120.00 per person
For more information or to book, call (403) 782 – 3933 or email bookings@lacombemuseum.com
We look forward to seeing you in July!

Blacksmith Workshop – Hair Pin
2026-07-23 13:00 - 16:00 | Lacombe Blacksmith Shop Museum, 5020 49 St, Lacombe, AB, T4L 2G8, Canada
Forge a connection with the past in our 1902 blacksmith shop!
Our blacksmith workshop series is back for another year. Each workshop will give students hands-on experience working with our coal forge to make their own Hair Pin.
No previous blacksmithing experience is required for this project. Spots are limited.
Participants in our blacksmith workshops must be 16 or older. All participants will be required to sign a safety waiver at the beginning of class.
Though participants do not need to bring their own tools or safety equipment they are required to wear or bring the following:

natural fibre clothing (cotton, wool, linen. NO synthetic fibres as they can melt when close to the forge)
work boots – we do not require steel-toe boots but sturdy boots that will keep you safe against dropped items are a must
Long hair should be tied back
Do not wear flammable products like hairspray
optional safety equipment: safety glasses, ear plugs, leather gloves

Price: $80.00 per person
For more information or to book, call (403) 782 – 3933 or email bookings@lacombemuseum.com
We look forward to seeing you in July!

Blacksmith Workshop – Steak Flipper
2026-07-30 13:00 - 16:00 | Lacombe Blacksmith Shop Museum, 5020 49 St, Lacombe, AB, T4L 2G8, Canada
Forge a connection with the past in our 1902 blacksmith shop!
Our blacksmith workshop series is back for another year. Each workshop will give students hands-on experience working with our coal forge to make their own Steak Flipper.
No previous blacksmithing experience is required for this project. Spots are limited.
Participants in our blacksmith workshops must be 16 or older. All participants will be required to sign a safety waiver at the beginning of class.
Though participants do not need to bring their own tools or safety equipment they are required to wear or bring the following:

natural fibre clothing (cotton, wool, linen. NO synthetic fibres as they can melt when close to the forge)
work boots – we do not require steel-toe boots but sturdy boots that will keep you safe against dropped items are a must
Long hair should be tied back
Do not wear flammable products like hairspray
optional safety equipment: safety glasses, ear plugs, leather gloves

Price: $120.00 per person
For more information or to book, call (403) 782 – 3933 or email bookings@lacombemuseum.com
We look forward to seeing you in July!

Blacksmithing Workshop – S-Hook & Fire Poker
2026-08-06 13:00 - 16:00 | Lacombe Blacksmith Shop Museum, 5020 49 St, Lacombe, AB, T4L 2G8, Canada
Forge a connection with the past in our 1902 blacksmith shop!
Our blacksmith workshop series is back for another year. Each workshop will give students hands-on experience working with our coal forge to make their own S-Hook & Fire Poker.
No previous blacksmithing experience is required for this project. Spots are limited.
Participants in our blacksmith workshops must be 16 or older. All participants will be required to sign a safety waiver at the beginning of class.
Though participants do not need to bring their own tools or safety equipment they are required to wear or bring the following:

Natural fibre clothing (cotton, wool, linen. NO synthetic fibres as they can melt when close to the forge)
Work boots – we do not require steel-toe boots but sturdy boots that will keep you safe against dropped items are a must
Long hair should be tied back
Do not wear flammable products like hairspray
Optional safety equipment: safety glasses, ear plugs, leather gloves

Price: $140.00 per person
For more information or to book, call (403) 782 – 3933 or email bookings@lacombemuseum.com
We look forward to seeing you in August!

Blacksmith Workshop – Hoof Pick or Bottle Opener
2026-08-13 13:00 - 16:00 | Lacombe Blacksmith Shop Museum, 5020 49 St, Lacombe, AB, T4L 2G8, Canada
Forge a connection with the past in our 1902 blacksmith shop!
Our blacksmith workshop series is back for another year. Each workshop will give students hands-on experience working with our coal forge to make their own Hoof Pick or Bottle Opener.
No previous blacksmithing experience is required for this project. Spots are limited.
Participants in our blacksmith workshops must be 16 or older. All participants will be required to sign a safety waiver at the beginning of class.
Though participants do not need to bring their own tools or safety equipment they are required to wear or bring the following:

Natural fibre clothing (cotton, wool, linen. NO synthetic fibres as they can melt when close to the forge)
Work boots – we do not require steel-toe boots but sturdy boots that will keep you safe against dropped items are a must
Long hair should be tied back
Do not wear flammable products like hairspray
Optional safety equipment: safety glasses, ear plugs, leather gloves

Price: $100.00 per person
For more information or to book, call (403) 782 – 3933 or email bookings@lacombemuseum.com
We look forward to seeing you in August!

Blacksmithing Workshop – Cloak Pin
2026-08-20 13:00 - 16:00 | Lacombe Blacksmith Shop Museum, 5020 49 St, Lacombe, AB, T4L 2G8, Canada
Forge a connection with the past in our 1902 blacksmith shop!
Our blacksmith workshop series is back for another year. Each workshop will give students hands-on experience working with our coal forge to make their own Cloak Pin
No previous blacksmithing experience is required for this project. Spots are limited.
Participants in our blacksmith workshops must be 16 or older. All participants will be required to sign a safety waiver at the beginning of class.
Though participants do not need to bring their own tools or safety equipment they are required to wear or bring the following:

Natural fibre clothing (cotton, wool, linen. NO synthetic fibres as they can melt when close to the forge)
Work boots – we do not require steel-toe boots but sturdy boots that will keep you safe against dropped items are a must
Long hair should be tied back
Do not wear flammable products like hairspray
Optional safety equipment: safety glasses, ear plugs, leather gloves

Price: $100.00 per person
For more information or to book, call (403) 782 – 3933 or email bookings@lacombemuseum.com
We look forward to seeing you in August!

Harvest Dinner 2026
2026-08-22 17:00 - 21:00 | Ellis Nature Centre, 39502 Range Road 260, Lacombe County, Alberta, Canada
An evening with farm-to-table flavours, live music and community.

Join us for an unforgettable evening of culinary delights at the 2026 Harvest Dinner Fundraising Gala, presented to benefit the Lacombe Museum and Ellis Nature Centre. This exclusive outdoor fundraising event promises an extraordinary farm-to-fork experience, featuring the creative culinary skills of Milly Oak head chef Derek Layden.

Purchase your tickets on Eventbrite today!
