Allen Sapp Gallery
Tourism Region: North Central
A public gallery that will offer you the sensitive and powerful images of the Northern Plains Cree through the art of renowned Cree artist, Allen Sapp, O.C., R.C.A.
About the Collections
The collection represents the career of Cree artist, Allen Sapp, with works from 1956 to 1999. It also includes the work of other native and Inuit artists of the same era. A large proportion of the original collection came from Dr. Allan Gonor's personal collection.
Approximate number of objects in the collections: 450
Archives
Items collected by Dr. Allan Gonor which document the history and development of Allen Sapp's career.
Films and Videos •
Photographs •
Textual Records
Fine Arts
Paintings, prints and sculpture by Allen Sapp and other native and Inuit artists.
Culture:
Aboriginal or First Nations •
Inuit
Period:
Contemporary •
Historical
Other Period: Early 1800's to present - history of Northern Plains Cree
Media:
Painting •
Prints and Drawings •
Sculpture
Human History
Paintings and artifacts which detail the Cree life on the reserves in the early 20th century.
Services & Activities
Exhibitions; education programs; Aboriginal interpretive program
Research Services
Archival Records •
Slide Library
Educational Programs
Art Focus education programs in various aspects of drawing, watercolour, pastels, colour, etc. Programs in native culture.
Classes or Workshops
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Demonstrations
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School Programs
: Age 0-4 (Pre-School)
: Age 5-11 (k-6)
: Age 12-17 (7-13)(Quebec: Secondary 1-CEGEP)
: Age 18 and up (Post-Secondary)
Visitor Services
Introduction to the exhibition, video with background information on Allen Sapp. Gift Shop open with reproductions and native crafts for sale.
Films and Videos
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Guided Tours
: English
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Meeting Room Rental
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Parking Facilities
: Free
: Bus
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Gift shop
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Special Needs Facilities
: Parking
: Signs
: Washrooms
: Wheelchair access
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Washrooms
Volunteer Services
Volunteer Services Available •
Volunteer Training Offered
Number of Volunteers: 1
Activities: Photography, gift shop stock production; many miscellaneous tasks
Member Privileges
Newsletter; gift shop discount; program information; invitations to exhibitions
Food Services
Picnic Area •
Reception Facilities
Internet Services
General Information •
Collections •
Events •
Virtual Exhibitions •
Education •
Directions or Map •
Local History •
Online Giftshop or Bookstore •
Other Internet Services
Publications and Products
Allen Sapp's hardcover books, Prints, mini-prints, matted, framed, priced from $10. Visa and Mastercard phone orders accepted.
Brochures •
Educational kits •
Newsletters •
Postcards •
Posters
Other: Sapp books and open or limited edition reproductions.
Featured Images
Interior view of the gallery
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Interpreter and children playing native games
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Baby Was Crying by Allen Sapp
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The Cowboy by Allen Sapp
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Picking Roots by Allen Sapp
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Map
Location
| Address: |
1 Railway Avenue East North Battleford, Saskatchewan S9A 2Y6 See Map |
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| Telephone: | 1-306-445-1760 |
| Fax: | 1-306-445-1694 |
| Mailing Address: |
Allen Sapp Gallery Box 460, North Battleford, Saskatchewan S9A 2Y6 |
| Email Us |
Hours of Operation
Operations:
Year Round
Open: FALL AND WINTER GALLERY HOURS (changes October 4th)
Noon - 4:00 pm - Wednesday - Sunday
SPRING AND SUMMER GALLERY HOURS
11:00 am - 5:00 pm Daily
Closed:
Closed holidays from October to April.
Admission:
Free
Donations accepted with a suggestion of $2 per person.
