Open Tuesday – Sunday 10am – 4pm.
Open Tuesday – Sunday 10am – 4pm.
The Leighton Art Centre offers an exciting variety of art & nature workshops throughout the year. Please check out our currently scheduled programs below, then follow us on social media and subscribe to our newsletter to hear about new programming.
Members enjoy a 10% discount on workshops. If you are a member, please contact us before registering for your workshop, to receive the promotional code . Ready to join, or want more info about the benefits of membership? Visit our Become A Member page.
This page displays all upcoming workshops and programs, or you can narrow your search to: Artist Workshops, Nature Programs, or Family Friendly Programs. Or check out our Event Calendar!
Please note: workshops take place less frequently during the winter months.
Coreen Thornhill, Public Programs Manager
Email: workshops@leightoncentre.org
May 28 @ 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
with Fay Hodson
In this workshop, you’ll learn to use a variety of coloured wools and unusual fibres to create unique felt landscapes.
May 28 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
with David Campbell
Be swept away with spring cleaning!
June 11 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
with Leah Cathleen
Barbara Leighton believed that every person could be an artist if they found the right medium. Join us to find out if felting is yours!
June 12 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
with Michelle Wiebe
Learn the basics of linocut printing with Michelle Wiebe.
June 12 @ 10:00 am - 3:30 pm
with Barry Allen
Spend the day with local photographer Barry Allen learning how to capture the magic of the natural world that surrounds us.
June 18 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
with Laur W
Take part in a full day of creative expression with Lauren Wolfe.
June 25 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
with Fay Hodson
Taking Needle-felt to the Next Level!
June 25 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
with Andrea Merredew
Join Andrea Merredew for seasonal nature-based art workshops to celebrate the changes of the landscape!
June 26 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
with Michelle Wiebe
Enjoy the outdoors as you document your travels with a creative flair!
June 26 @ 10:00 am - 3:30 pm
with Barry Allen
Spend the day with local photographer Barry Allen learning how to capture the wonders often missed in the hustle and bustle.
July 2 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
with Leah Cathleen
Needle felting is a unique, engaging way to create a piece of art using wool as your medium!
July 10 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
with Michelle Wiebe
Get inspired by Michelle to jumpstart your creative flow!
July 16 @ 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
with Alberta DeFrancesco
With no specific destination, we will wander, observe and immerse ourselves in nature.
July 23 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
with Laur W
Take part in a full day of creative expression with Laur W.
July 23 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
with Michelle Wiebe
Enjoy the outdoors as you document your travels with a creative flair!
July 30 @ 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
with Alberta DeFrancesco
With no specific destination, we will wander, observe and immerse ourselves in nature.
April 2 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
with Andrea MerredewOctober 23, 2021 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
With Neil DawsonSeptember 25, 2021 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
With Neil DawsonSeptember 12, 2021 @ 10:00 am - 12:30 pm
With Louise Lacey-RokoshSeptember 12, 2021 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
With Sue ContiniSeptember 12, 2021 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
With Michelle WiebeSeptember 11, 2021 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
With Jim CritchleySeptember 11, 2021 @ 10:00 am - 12:30 pm
With Louise Lacey-RokoshSeptember 11, 2021 @ 9:30 am - 12:00 pm
September 4, 2021 @ 9:30 am - 12:00 pm
August 28, 2021 @ 10:00 am - August 29, 2021 @ 3:00 pm
With Doug SwintonAugust 21, 2021 @ 9:30 am - 12:00 pm
August 14, 2021 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
With Jim CritchleyAugust 7, 2021 @ 9:30 am - 12:00 pm
July 10, 2021 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
With Andrea MerredewJuly 3, 2021 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
With Jim CritchleyJuly 3, 2021 @ 9:30 am - 12:00 pm
June 26, 2021 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
with Andrea MerredewJune 19, 2021 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
with Andrea MerredewJune 19, 2021 @ 9:30 am - 12:00 pm
June 5, 2021 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
With Jim CritchleyJune 5, 2021 @ 9:30 am - 12:00 pm
November 14, 2020 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
with Artist-Instructor Karen BikoSeptember 19, 2020 @ 10:00 am - September 20, 2020 @ 4:00 pm
with artist-instructor Bobbi DunlopSeptember 19, 2020 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
with artist-instructor Michelle Wiebe
282027 144 Street West
Foothills, AB T1S 0Y4
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403-931-3633
info@leightoncentre.org
Hours of Operation
Tuesday – Sunday: 10am – 4pm
Closed Mondays
Admission to property and heritage home by donation; recommended minimum donation: $10/vehicle.