HOUSE OF STORY
HOME FOR ALL

Black and white photo of Lougheed House with a short wall and trees in front of the House. Three women and three small children stand in front of the wall on the left.  There is a horse and carriage to their right.
Black and white close-up image of hollyhock flowers; the trumpet-shaped flowers, leaves, and stems are visible.
Mulit-coloured geometric pattern made out of triangles in shades of orange, yellow, green, blue, and magenta.

WELCOME TO LOUGHEED HOUSE

a cherished symbol of Canada’s heritage, steeped in history and now a welcoming home for all.

Located in Calgary’s greater downtown amid acres of heritage gardens and green space, Lougheed House was built in 1891 and is now an accredited museum, significant Calgary landmark, and vibrant community gathering space. It features temporary and permanent exhibits, hosts events, tours, and learning opportunities for visitors of all ages, as well as a gift shop and private event space.   

Illustration of a lamp with a green base and red and orange flame. There are multi-coloured lines radiating outward from the lamp.
Black and white portrait of Isabella Hardisty Lougheed wearing a dark dress and sitting on a velvet chair. There is a child standing on the chair behind her, with her arms draped over Isabella's shoulders.

YOUR VISIT

Explore the House

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Front view of Lougheed House. There is a pathway leading up to the House surrounding by trees with green leaves. The sky is clear and blue.

Current exhibit

Foundation to Future

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Illustration of a simple black fence with a dark green background.
Image of people standing and socializing in the Foyer at Lougheed House. There are patterned rugs on the floor, and dark wood detailing on the walls and roof. The next room over is visible in the background; it has yellow walls and crown molding.

WHAT’S ON

Events at Lougheed House

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A LOOK BACK

Illustration of four people: a man with red cheeks and pinstriped pants; a person with white hair, and a grey coat with a red cross on it; a person with a bun in their hair and dark clothes; a small child wearing a striped shirt and baseball cap.

Diverse People,
Rich History

VISIT OUR LIBRARY

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Illustration of a gardener in orange overalls and a black hat. The gardener is standing in front of a grid-like path with a flower bed in the middle. There is a  basket of flowers to the left of the gardener.

OUR GARDENS

Generations of Enjoyment

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who we are

Many Hands
at Work

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