Meltdown Photography Exhibit

The Columbia Icefield is the focal point of MELTDOWN: A Drop in Time, a compelling photography exhibition that delves into the beauty and fragility of Canada's glacial landscapes. Hosted at the Glacier Gallery within the Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre, the exhibit runs from May 15 to October 15, 2025, aligning with the United Nations International Year of Glaciers’ Preservation.

Featuring the works of renowned photographers Jim Elzinga and Roger Vernon, MELTDOWN offers an immersive experience that draws viewers into the heart of the Canadian Rockies. Through large-format images, the exhibition captures the grandeur of the Columbia Icefield while highlighting the pressing issue of glacial retreat due to climate change. The artists aim to give a voice to the silent ice and mountains, emphasizing the significance of what is being lost.

Complementing the photographic displays is the short film Losing Blue by filmmaker Leanne Allison. This cinematic piece explores the fading blues of ancient mountain lakes, further underscoring the environmental changes impacting these natural wonders.

Visitors to the Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre can explore MELTDOWN daily during its run, gaining a deeper understanding of the interconnectedness of natural systems and the urgent need for environmental stewardship.

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