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Calgary owes its nickname — The Sandstone City — to stonecutters, especially those from Glenbow. These artisans used sandstone to craft iconic buildings, transforming the city’s appearance. But these multifaceted stonecutters also changed Calgary’s cultural landscape. Join Shari Peyerl to learn about Calgary’s sandstone buildings and the Glenbow men who made them. Meet the hard-nosed supervisor who carved out a successful career, the rough-hewn sportsmen who scored the national championship, and the community-minded stoneworker who laid the foundation for Calgary’s emblematic fashion.

Shari is an archaeologist and historian, who has volunteered at Glenbow Ranch since 2009. She is the author of the award-winning book, Alberta’s Cornerstone: Archaeological Adventures in Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park.