Lebel Mansion/Allied Arts Council
(Art Workshops, Galleries/ Exhibits/Shows, Gallery exhibits, Giftshop, Public Art Gallery, Workshops/Classes)
The building was purchased by the Town of Pincher Creek in 1985 to become the current home of the Allied Arts Council.
(Art Workshops, Galleries/ Exhibits/Shows, Gallery exhibits, Giftshop, Public Art Gallery, Workshops/Classes)
This Pincher Creek landmark was built in 1910 and served as the private residence of local businessman Timothee Lebel until 1924. The mansion was then donated to the Roman Catholic Order Les Filles de Jesus for use as a hospital. Later, the building formed the core of the St. Vincent’s Municipal Hospital. This graceful three story brick structure exhibits French Canadian and Queen Anne influences with an ornate veranda, brick turrets and bell shaped roof that dominate the skyline of Pincher Creek. The building was designated as a Historic Resource in 1976.
The building was purchased by the Town of Pincher Creek in 1985 to become the current home of the Allied Arts Council. Today, The Allied Arts Council offers:
* free public art gallery which features a new exhibit each month
* pottery studios
* quilting
* weaving
* meeting room
* gift shop
* community arts programs and classes
* an annual Arts and Craft Market is held each November
The building is open to the public and visitors are welcome to take a self-guided tour.
