Medalta | Historic Clay District in Medicine Hat, Alberta

Tuesday – Saturday	10:00 am – 4:00 pm

We're currently closed.We're open again on Thursday (September 16, 2021) from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

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The future of Medalta depends heavily on the support of the community members we touch.

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Medalta in the Historic Clay District is a non-profit organization that relies on community support and donations. Please consider membership or a donation as a way to support all of our community efforts.

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MEDALTA HERITAGE

The Historic Clay District museum at Medalta is a National Historic Site. This designation lends credibility to the impact that Medicine Hat’s clay industries had on the city beginning in the 20th Century.

LEARN @ MEDALTA

The Education Programs at Medalta Potteries continue to grow in number, participation and scope. Collaboration and partnerships with teachers and community organizations are key components to shaping the program possibilities and successes.

Children's Programs

Adult Programs Educators

Photos Courtesy of Sheenism Studios

Learning

Programs available for Children, Adults, and Educators.

Creativity

Artists in Residence, Workshops, and Artist Lodge.

Heritage

The history of Medicine Hat’s clay and pottery industry.

Community

Event Rentals, Black & White Gala, and community involvement.

Medalta in the Historic Clay District

Medalta is an innovative, industrial non-profit museum, contemporary ceramic arts facility, art gallery and community hub in Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada. Located within a converted century-old factory, it has become an exciting place where cutting-edge technologies meet historic restoration and archaeology come together.

Our education and community programs are an important and vibrant part of Medicine Hat and surrounding area; these programs could not be offered without the generosity of our members.

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Upcoming Events

Nothing from September 16, 2021 to September 17, 2021.

What’s new @ Medalta

August 20, 2021

“Can You Tell Me About My Pottery?”

“What is this worth?” “How old is this crock?” “Where is this from?” The questions we receive about our historic pottery never end! To be honest, it kind of keeps us going. How many times […]

February 1, 2021

“We’ll Give it a Try” – A Tribute for Darcey Howells

Darcey Howells, born Feb 19, 1956, was hired as Site Superintendent, Medalta’s very first employee back in 1994. Building and maintaining the Historic Clay District for almost 25 years, Darcey was an invaluable member of […]

March 13, 2020

Covid-19 Medalta Updates

The Medalta museum is pleased to welcome visitors back! What we’re doing to keep you safe: Timed prebooked admission – may be booked 2 hours in advance online. Encouraging physical distancing with route markers. Providing […]

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