The Glenbow Museum is under renovation with a scheduled re-opening in 2026, but the rooftop design has been announced, and it is a world renowned artist Maya Lin. Thanks to a generous donation by the Shaw family in 2022, the entrance and access to the rooftop will be free to guests when it opens. For more information on this design, and photos of this amazing addition to Calgary. Click the link to see more.
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‘Glenbow is ecstatic to announce that internationally recognized artist Maya Lin will design the rooftop terrace in the museum’s new home at the JR Shaw Centre for Arts & Culture.
The 13,000-square-foot terrace will be a transformational addition to Glenbow and to downtown Calgary, offering a public amenity that further establishes the city as a global arts and culture destination. The space overlooks downtown Calgary, with western views of Stephen Avenue and iconic surrounding buildings like the Calgary Tower, TELUS Sky and The Bow.
The terrace will include an all-season pavilion, event spaces, sculpture and gardens, along with a skylight and oculus to filter natural light into the museum. As a leader across these fields, Lin is uniquely qualified to plan this space. This will be her first project in Canada.’
