Inspire is a place to bring the community together — where we share ideas, spark conversation and celebrate what makes Airdrie unique. The art inside does exactly that.
Inspire, Airdrie’s multi-use and library facility, opened its doors this past October, marking the beginning of an exciting chapter for public art in Airdrie. A Breath Beyond, Inspire’s inaugural exhibit, is on display through Jan. 15, 2026, and is already making a lasting impression.
The exhibit was built around a central artistic prompt: “Much like the act of taking breath, art has the power to ground us, to invigorate and to expand our horizons and future thinking.”
The featured works were submitted by artists with strong ties to Airdrie and selected through a collaborative process involving a guest curator and the Community Art Selection Committee. Paintings, photographs, pottery and mixed-media pieces now fill Inspire’s hallways and shared spaces, creating an immersive experience for visitors.
Unlike traditional galleries, Inspire brings art into spaces where people gather, connect and share ideas. This approach breaks down barriers and opens the door for anyone wanting to experience and appreciate art in our community.
The exhibit has been enthusiastically received, sparking conversations and building meaningful connections. Artists from A Breath Beyond have met one another, shared stories and expressed pride in being part of something collective.
“For many, it’s the first time their work has been shown in a professional setting. For others, it’s a chance to reconnect with their community through creativity,” says Clay Aragon, manager of culture, heritage and events with the City of Airdrie.
And this is just the beginning.
The outdoor courtyard of Inspire is hosting a rotational mural exhibit, with the inaugural piece installed in November. The rotational mural space will reflect stories, cultures and voices from across the community.
The rotational art experiences at Inspire are designed to evolve. The call for submission for Inspire’s next exhibit closed Nov. 28, 2025. Artists are encouraged to submit works for consideration that are created through the prompt: “Change often reveals patterns, geometry, and a choreography of being and learning that we only begin to understand while it unfolds in real time.”
Further details, themes and submission guidelines are posted at airdrie.ca/exhibit and shared through the City’s Arts & Culture focused social media channels @cityofairdrieartsandculture.
