MUSEUM MUSINGS: Myrtle Varney donates paintings to Crossroads Museum

Myrtle Varney of Medicine Hat recently donated several farm scenes to the Oyen & District Museum. They are proudly displayed in Westside School which serves as our office.

Myrtle (Doran) Varney, a resident of the Oyen area for most of her life, was born in Oyen in 1924. When Myrtle moved into town, she could pursue her artistic desire with a group of interested folks. They formed Studio 9-41 and worked together for more than 30 years.

Photo by Diana Walker

The Quonset on the museum grounds depicts several rural scenes all done by Studio 9-41 artists. Myrtle also has a painting displayed in the Oyen's Main Street Park. Her paintings of the grain elevators over the years are showcased at the Prairie Elevator in Acadia Valley.

If you haven’t had a chance to experience the Treasure Hunt at the museum, there is still time! Give John and Mya a call to arrange a time. We’ll be open until August 23. Drop in for a tour. We would love to see you.