There is a hidden gem located in the heart of the foothills, just 15 km south of Calgary, the Leighton Art Centre. The Leighton Centre was originally the home of the Canadian artist A.C. Leighton and his wife Barbara. In 1974 Barbara Leighton established a school and artist studios, which is still in operation today. Along side the education centre, the family home was bequeathed to the foundation and converted into a museum and gallery. The Leighton Foundation currently offers artist members a venue to exhibit their work as well as access to the vast 80 km property; as a source of inspiration and a space to create in the magnificent foothills landscape. This summer, I have been fortunate to able to spend my Thursdays volunteering at the art centre. Along side one of my clients, I have been pulling weeds, feeding fish, and sweeping up.
Visit the Leighton Art Centre; make a day of it after visiting the Millarville farmer's market!
