About Us

The Arts and Heritage Foundation of St. Albert (AHF) provides exceptional arts and heritage experiences in the community. The Foundation is an independent registered charity which operates the Art Gallery of St. Albert, Musée Héritage Museum, Little White School and St. Albert's Historic River Lots + Grain Elevators for the public on behalf of the City of St. Albert.  AHF also operates the provincially owned Father Lacombe Chapel on behalf of the Government of Alberta.

Mission

We create inclusive and exceptional arts and heritage experiences for our community through programming, exhibitions, archives and stewardship of St. Albert’s historic sites.

Vision

A community immersed in the arts and engages and embraces its heritage.

Values

Inclusion – everyone is welcome, valued and treated with equity and fairness.

Integrity – we act with openness, transparency and accountability.

Innovation – being creative and proactive in responding to change.

Cooperation –  we utilize the knowledge, skills and experience of our staff and the community.

Musée Héritage Museum Mandate:

The Musée Héritage Museum is the keeper of the history, traditions and heritage of St Albert and district. Together with the community we build knowledge, explore our relationship with the natural environment, and celebrate historic diversity.

Art Gallery of St. Albert Mandate:

Art Gallery of St. Albert strives to provide enriching educational experiences that celebrate visual culture and artistic achievement through research, exhibition and interpretation. Exhibitions celebrate diversity, providing vision, inspiration and education for the community.