History of Calgary

Calgary's Grand Story recounts the history of Calgary from 1912 to Alberta's 100th birthday in 2005 from the vantage point of two heritage landmarks, the Grand Theater and the Lougheed Building, two of Calgary's most important and historic buildings. By mixing business and cultural histories, a complete view of local history can be explored and illuminated for a fascinating urban biography that explores the city's history in the twentieth century.

Calgary's Grand Story

COME TO LOUGHEED HOUSE GIFT SHOP

Come in to Lougheed House and warm up by having lunch or brunch in the Restaurant, and then explore our quaint little Treasures Gift Shop. You can shop for a unique Christmas, or birthday gift. It’s ideal for shopping without the hordes of shoppers you get at the malls, with free parking!

Open Wednesday through Friday 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

CHRISTMAS WORKSHOPS AT LOUGHEED HOUSE

Join us for two seasonal workshops at Lougheed House this December! A Family Christmas on Saturday, December 5th will let parents and their children create different ornaments for the Christmas tree in a Victorian style ($45 for parent with child). Victorian Eco Christmas will combine modern re-cycling awareness with old-fashioned decorating style! Create ornaments with natural materials that are sensitive to the environment ($55/participant). Keep watching for more historic themed workshops!

Laurel Lepine
Director of Programs
Click here to e-mail Laurel Lepine
403.244.6333 Ext. 107

MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

What a way to show off the best of Lougheed House. Christmas All Through The House was a spectacular showcase for the Calgary Design Group and the wonderful sponsors who provided furniture, artifacts, rugs and décor items. We had hundreds of visitors over the five days of the event, and we raised significant  money to put towards our programming. We’ll definitely do this again in 2010.

Blane Hogue

CityTV - Elaine Carnegie - Calgary Design Group - Christmas all through the House 2009

Watch a clip of Chirstmas all through the House 2009 on CityTV

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Lougheed House Christmas Time

December is fast approaching and the Lougheed House is totally booked with the exception of three dates –

December 20, 21, 22.

Special Dates to remember:-

• Volunteer Appreciation Dinner (for all our wonderful volunteers – dinner served by our staff)
• Staff and Board Members Christmas Dinner.

It is going to be a fun filled packed December and I can hardly wait.

Reminder the House is closed from December 24 to January 6 to the public.

Contact:

Cathy Olson

Event Manager

E-mail Cathy Olson

403.244.6333 Ext. 104

Experience, passion a recipe for success by David Parker. The restaurant re-opens!

Experience, passion a recipe for success

CHRISTMAS ALL THROUGH THE HOUSE 2009

 

 

Photographs by Anne Wright

2009 Christmas all through the House

This years Christmas all through the House is off to an amazing start. The House is full of Christmas spirit.

 

 

Photographs by Heidi Drewett

Lougheed House Restaurant Re-Opens

Lougheed House Restaurant Re-Opens

Lougheed House one of Canada's few remaining gems - Soundoff

Lougheed House one of Canada's few remaining gems - Soundoff

LIGHT KINGS LIGHT UP THE HOUSE!

Lougheed House would like to thank Light Kings for their support in lighting up the House!

Get your Christmas lights put up by Light Kings

Light Kings Website

Christmas all through the House 2009

Lougheed House and Calgary Design Group are proud to premiere their Christmas fundraising event, Christmas all through the House. Celebrate the Christmas season with a dazzling display of magnificent creations reminiscent of Christmas through the decades since 1890.Lougheed House is hosting Christmas all through the House from Wednesday, November 18 to Sunday, November 22, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Guests will be fascinated by the history, marvel at the breathtaking decor and rejoice in numerous other magical Christmas activities. Admission for adults $15.00, students/seniors $10.00, and children under 12 are FREE. Save the Date! Wednesday to Sunday, November 18-22, 2009. Experience a Roaring 20's Christmas by designers Dianna Barry, Suzette Toews, and Odessa Mendonca, or sit back and enjoy the sights and sounds of a 1942 Christmas Concert by designer Kevin Gray. Celebrate the three wise men from the East in the room themed Stars of the Orient by designer Mickey Foulds, or snuggle up by the fire and enjoy a Cosy Fireside Story Time by designers Janet Farnham and George Martin. Whatever Christmas means to you, join us and celebrate the beginning of the Christmas season at Lougheed House. Other Christmas activities include a visit from a Victorian Santa, carol singers, pianists and Christmas crafts for children and adults alike. Visit our antique photo studio, watch magnificent ice sculptures being carved, enjoy a festive refreshment, and seasonal shopping atLougheed House's Gift Shop and much more. All funds raised go towards the restoration and development of Lougheed House, a National Historic Site. Your support means that we can enhance public programs and exhibits, and continue our curriculum based School Programs for children grades one through six. The Grand Ballroom decorated for Christmas of 2008. Built in 1891 and originally known as "Beaulieu" (French meaning "beautiful place"), Lougheed House is a National Historic Site located in the Beltline district of Calgary, Alberta. Today many thousands of visitors from around the world come to view and explore the historic house and its charming gardens; purchase unique items in our gift shop; attend our annual community events, or for an intimate wedding, or private or corporate function in a one-of-a-kind setting. For more information on Lougheed School Programs and annual events contact: Laurel Lepine Director of Programs (403) 244-6333 ext. 107 laurellepine@lougheedhouse.com