The New Gallery presents I am because you are, a Main Space exhibition by Syrus Marcus Ware.

I am because you are explores the presence of Black and East Asian communities in Alberta—and features images of Black and East Asian Albertans moving together, supporting each other, and dancing across the wall. The wall work offers a chance to consider the ways that Black and East Asian communities can be in solidarity with each other and support each other. Images of artists, activists and friends of The New Gallery are repeated across the wallpaper—making an alternative environment wherein freedom is everywhere and wherein we recognize that we need each other—that we are because of each other.

The New Gallery is encouraging appointments Wednesdays through Fridays, and is open for drop-in visits on Saturdays, following the regulations set out within the Government of Alberta’s Restrictions Exemption Program. Please register for a time slot via this EventBrite. Drop in visits are open on Saturdays and do not need to be scheduled ahead. Note that registering for one ticket can be used for a full group up to 6 individuals. Questions can be emailed to info@thenewgallery.org.

All visitors to The New Gallery ages 12 and over must provide one of the following documents prior to entering the gallery:

• proof of vaccination, or

• proof of a privately-paid negative rapid test result taken within 72 hours of service, or

• documentation of a medical exemption

Masks are mandatory while inside The New Gallery, and we encourage you to wear them throughout the community of Calgary Chinatown. All visitors must have their temperature taken via a touchless thermometer and sanitize their hands upon entering the gallery.

Those with a temperature of 38°C or higher, or who are unable to provide the required documents will be asked to come back once their temperature drops and/or they can provide the requested documentation.

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