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Next of Kin
Edmonton, Alta.
Step off Edmonton’s 121 St. NW and descend the stairs to discover Next of Kin’s speakeasy. In the basement of a historic Wîhkwêntôwin brick building in the Brewery District, this sleek, retro lounge has earned a place on the ‘Canada’s 50 Best Bars’ list. The vibe is reminiscent of a chic mid-century living room, complete with moody lighting, stylish vintage furniture and a pristine, high-fidelity sound system. Yes, they play vinyl. And yes, the cocktails — including the Kin Martini, Café Au Lait and Five Alive — are delectable. — Cassandra McCalla
(Clockwise from top left) Some of the snack menu's offerings, including the Kin Burger; the Ants on a Log cocktail, featuring Armagnac Blanche; the bar at Next of Kin; Long Totz with smoked chilli emulsion and Aleppo pepper. | PHOTOS: COURTESY OF NEXT OF KIN
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AMA: The Centennial Exhibit
Edmonton, Alta.
AMA is celebrating its 100th anniversary with A Road Well Travelled, an interactive exhibit exploring a century of shared history with Albertans. After launching in Calgary, it’s now being hosted at Edmonton’s Creative Hive. The limited-time exhibition brings AMA’s story to life through rare artifacts, vintage memorabilia and interactive displays.
Discover the people, milestones and everyday moments that have shaped AMA — and Alberta — over the past 100 years. Whether you’re a history buff, a classic-car enthusiast or simply curious about how Alberta has changed, A Road Well Travelled offers a hands-on look at the journey that brought us here.
The exhibit will be in Edmonton through January 2027, before making its final stop at Reynolds Museum in Wetaskiwin. — Bob Nelson
The AMA Centennial Exhibit. | PHOTO: COURTESY OF AMA
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Tow Truck & Roadside Assistance Block Set
Celebrate a century of AMA with this limited-edition 3-in-1 building block set inspired by AMA’s roadside assistance fleet. Made with genuine LEGO® parts as well as custom-made pieces, the set can be used to build miniature versions of AMA vehicles and roadside assistance equipment.
The set is available exclusively through AMA, either in-centre or through the online centennial store. AMA members receive special pricing. — Michael Sutton Visit ama.ab.ca/shop for details.
The Tow Truck and Roadside Assistance Set. | PHOTOS: COURTESY OF AMA
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The AMA Centennial Exhibit. | PHOTO: COURTESY OF AMA
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AMA: The Centennial Exhibit
Edmonton, Alta.
AMA is celebrating its 100th anniversary with A Road Well Travelled, an interactive exhibit exploring a century of shared history with Albertans. After launching in Calgary, it’s now being hosted at Edmonton’s Creative Hive. The limited-time exhibition brings AMA’s story to life through rare artifacts, vintage memorabilia and interactive displays.
Discover the people, milestones and everyday moments that have shaped AMA — and Alberta — over the past 100 years. Whether you’re a history buff, a classic-car enthusiast or simply curious about how Alberta has changed, A Road Well Travelled offers a hands-on look at the journey that brought us here.
The exhibit will be in Edmonton through January 2027, before making its final stop at Reynolds Museum in Wetaskiwin. — Bob Nelson
Before you depart
Stop 1: The Neon Sign Museum
Stop 2: Bearclaw Gallery
Stop 3: Listen Records
Stop 4: ch. Cafeteria