Who we are

The aims of the Calgary Collection, UMC, is the preservation, promotion and an appreciation of our Canadian-Ukrainian heritage.

It was formed by the women of the Olha Basarabova Branch, Ukrainian Woman’s Association of St. Vladimir’s Sobor in 1976.  Its collection features embroideries, kylyms, costuming, folk-art and a large collection of pysanky.  Our artifacts show the early pioneer life in Canada as well as contemporary works.

The museum is a member of the Alberta Museum Association and a branch of the Ukrainian Museum of Canada. We operate under the auspices of the Ukrainian Women’s Association.

Programs

The museum offers community groups tours as well as School Tours for the Grade 3 Social Studies Program. These tours feature Christmas and Easter Traditions and a Dance and Pysanka Series as well as a museum and church visit.

The school programs offer a skit, treasure hunt and videos.   

For confirmation of tours please contact our administrator at 403-264-3437 for further contacts.

Admission is $5.00 per participant.                                                                              

FOLK ART Workshops are offered Periodically.

Special Events

Calgary Ukrainian Festival since 2010

Children’s World    2012

Through Their Eyes art exhibit    2022-2023

Winter Festivities and Winter Outer Wear    2022-2023

Child’s Play and the Motanka         2023-2024

Contact Information

St. Vladimir’s Ukrainian Orthodox Cultural Centre

404 Meredith Road NE

Calgary, Alberta T2E 5A6

For more Information, phone 403-910-6528

Hours

Open Tuesday 10:00 A.M. to 2:30 P.M. 
Sunday's after Church service or by appointment.

The GIFT SHOP carries Pysanky and Pysanky Supplies, Icons, blouses, books, crosses and Wedding and Christening articles as well as church needs.

Admission to the museum is by donation
The museum functions by an active volunteer group and new members are always welcome!

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