New exhibition at Kiwanis Public Art Gallery in Red Deer Public Library
The Red Deer Arts Council and Red Deer Public Library have announced a new exhibition.
“What is Contemporary Art?” is described by officials as artworks by Red Deer Arts Council members and its running from Feb. 10-April 19, 2026, in the Kiwanis Gallery.
“Our Visual Arts Committee is pleased to host ‘What is Contemporary Art?’ – Contemporary art reflects current social, cultural, and political issues, engaging viewers in a dialogue about identity, technology, and global concerns,” reads a statement from the Red Deer Arts Council. “Contemporary is also artistic expressions created by living artists in today’s current times.”
Officials say themes driven by the environment, political uncertainty, new emerging technologies, and expression of individual visual storytelling could be used for inspiration. They ask you to consider what themes your work explores. What is Contemporary Art to You?


