Behind the Scenes: The Art and Science of Conservation
Date: Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Time: 4:30 – 6pm
Location: Gallery space at Devonian Gardens (4th floor, The CORE Shopping Centre, 317 7 Ave. SW)
Step inside the world of Calgary’s beloved sculptor Katie Ohe for a special behind‑the‑scenes evening celebrating the restoration of her iconic work, Day and Night.
Join us on Tuesday, November 25, 2025 (4:30 – 6pm) at Devonian Gardens for a free public event that reveals how art, craft, and conservation come together.
The evening begins with a short documentary film tracing the sculpture’s journey from its outdoor park location to its newly restored indoor home. Following the screening, Public Art Conservator Sophia Zweifel and restoration specialist Alexander Boyd will host an engaging Q&A, sharing stories and techniques from the conservation process. We’ll finish with a guided tour of Fragment to Form, an exhibition showcasing additional works by Katie Ohe.
Location: Gallery space at Devonian Gardens (4th floor, The CORE Shopping Centre, 317 7 Ave S.W.)
Transit: CTrain and multiple bus routes nearby
Accessibility: Fully accessible – accessible entrance on the 3rd floor beside Echo Evenings
Admission: Free, everyone is welcome.
For more information or to RSVP visit eventbrite.ca.
Come celebrate Calgary’s artistic heritage and see how creativity is preserved for future generations.
