Erected in 1912, the Lantern Church or The Lantern is also referred to as the Lantern Community Church. Apart from religious services, it also hosts events like concerts, film festivals and so forth. It is the base of the Inglewood Music Club, who brings music shows to this beautiful place.
Central Memorial Park or the Memorial Park is one of the foremost parks in the city. It features scenic pathways, war memorials, and a cafe that serves excellent fare.
Built in 1891 for Senator Lougheed and family, this beautiful sandstone mansion was once a political hub. Today, the house and its surrounding gardens have been restored and preserved to the original grandeur by the Lougheed House Conservation Society. Visitors can enjoy a tour of the house and gardens then grab a bite to eat at the on-site restaurant. The gift shop offers unique items that help support the historic home and make for great souvenirs.
It must be great to be a projectionist at this Downtown movie house. Instead of changing the reels on Hollywood's latest high school prom flick, you get to handle the kind of films first seen at festivals, or overseas in foreign languages. This multiple screen cinema typically shows critically acclaimed films from around the world, with the occasional French fare thrown in so as not to seem too pretentious. The Globe is for those who like to think over their popcorn. It can even be rented out for private events. Call for timings.
True to its name, the Theatre Junction GRAND was founded as the largest theater in the Pacific Northwest in 1912. It hosted such iconic acts as the Marx Brothers and Fred Astaire in its earlier days and continues to serve as a cultural hub in downtown Calgary. Known today for its contemporary performing arts, the landmark venue showcases exciting theatre, dance, film, and music productions. Better still, you can enjoy dinner and a show at the Theatre Junction GRAND, which also celebrates community the culinary arts with its award-winning restaurant, Workshop Kitchen + Culture.