The Discovery Zone within the galleries is a space where the whole family can explore, learn and be inspired. A place where together, you can direct your own experience of the exhibitions based on what interests you.

Our flexible self-led activities offer options to engage with the ideas in the exhibitions as well as arts and heritage in general.

Spend time creatively exploring free of charge hands on activities and available when the galleries are open. They are geared toward children 5 and up and their adult companions, as well as the young at heart if not in age! Toys, books and more are available for children of all ages to enjoy.

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‍Current Activities Include:

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MIRROR MAGIC

Build in the third dimension!  Watch your creation begin to transform and see it from a whole new perspective in its mirrored reflection!  In connection with School Art 2026 Exhibition.

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FACE COLLAGE 

Play with light, shape and colour as you arrange, re-arrange and layer transparencies to create your own unique expressive creature! 

In connection with School Art 2026 Exhibition.

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‍SEA JELLIES

Explore and imagine the shifting world of one of the oldest underwater sea creatures! Use materials provided to make and bring your own sea jelly creature to life.  In connection with Sea Jellies: Next Generation exhibition.

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‍SCAVENGER  HUNTS

Explore the museum and current exhibitions through a scavenger hunt! Get up close and personal with our artworks and artifacts.  Each Esplanade exhibit has its own unique scavenger hunt and can be picked up in the Discovery Zone on your next visit.

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‍DIGITAL PAINTING

Explore drawing and painting in the digital world! Use digital brushes, oil paint, chalk pastels and more to smudge, blend, erase and paint a digital canvas. 

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‍THE READING LIBRARY

The Reading Library hosts a curated collection of books for young readers to enjoy while spending time in the Discovery Zone. The collection encourages readers to explore art and community and was made possible by the Medicine Hat Library's generous support.

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‍LIGHT TABLE PLAY

Explore, design and play on the Discovery Zone light-table!
Build with shapes, layer colours, create patterns or build a sculpture - the possibilities are endless.

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