Contemporary Connections: Farsi Tour

Contemporary Connections: Farsi Tour

June 20
Ring Gallery | 1 PM

Discover Contemporary Calgary’s exhibitions like never before with Contemporary Connections, a guided tour of Presence offered in Farsi. Led by Shaghayegh (Poppy) Ghasemi, this tour provides unique insights into our thought-provoking exhibitions, fostering conversation and meaningful connections in a welcoming and inclusive environment.

After the tour, take the opportunity to explore our other exhibitions and enjoy everything Contemporary Calgary has to offer.

جزییات تور به زبان فارسی

• Admission: Included with the cost of entry—$12 daily admission, or by donation for visitors under 25. Memberships and Canoo passes are also accepted. Paid upon arrival.

• Registration: Advance registration is encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome if space allows.

We invite you to share which languages you’d like to see in future tours as we continue to bring people together through the shared experience of contemporary art. Email us at info@contemporarycalgary.com with your suggestions!

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Shaghayegh (Poppy) Ghasemi
(she/her)

Shaghayegh (Poppy) Ghasemi is a PhD candidate at the University of Calgary, with research focusing on children. She holds a bachelor's degree in Museum Studies and a master's in Anthropology. Awards from both the University of Manitoba and the University of Calgary have supported her research on child neglect. Poppy has over five years of hands-on experience working with children and youth in museums and schools across Iran, Turkey, and Canada. Before joining Contemporary Calgary, she was a program educator at the Manitoba Children's Museum. She is passionate about activating children's critical and creative thinking through programs delivered in English, French, Farsi, and Turkish. In her leisure time, she enjoys cooking and walking with her husky along the Bow River.