Time to immerse the whole family in the whimsical and magical creations of local artists with a visit to find all the fairy doors! More details coming soon on the Village of Clive Fairy Door Trail, and all the spots you can find them over the Summer months.
Four of the newest additions in 2025 to the Village of Clive Fairy Door Trail. Created by Minuette V La Montague, a local artisan from the City of Lacombe.
Below: Five of the fairy doors created in 2024 for the Village of Clive, made by local Central Alberta artisan, Elizabeth Webber, from E. Webber Art. These five creations were further complimented with colouring pages made by another local artist from the City of Lacombe.
Fairy door art trail returns with new Lacombe artist
Article source: Central Alberta Online
Author: Written by Erin Sinclair Tuesday, Jun 17 2025, 11:23 AM
The fairy doors are back and they’re bringing a touch of magic to the Village of Clive this summer with new additions from a Lacombe local.
The “Fairy Door Trail” has returned with nine tiny, hand-crafted portals hidden throughout the community from tree trunks to storefronts each inviting children and adults alike to imagine the magical world of fairies that has “moved in” to town.
Launched during Clive’s annual Fun Fest, the trail features five returning doors from last year by artist E. Webber Art, and four brand-new additions created by Lacombe artist Minuette La Montague of Casting Cats Art Studio.
La Montague, who describes herself as a “fairy and mermaid advocate,” said the project felt like a natural fit.
“When a friend first told me about it, I just thought this sounds like so much fun,” she said. “I love telling stories in my artwork, and each of my doors has a little story behind it.”
Her four doors include scenes featuring Alberta-native bugs, wild horses roaming, and trout swimming through space one of which even includes her cat, flying with butterfly wings.
“I just love the idea,” she said. “It’s magical especially the trout one. You open it, and there’s my pussycat flying through space. I like when people see my art and think, ‘There’s a story here.’”
La Montague, who was born in Montreal and has lived around the world from India to New Zealand, Brazil to the U.S. has now been in Lacombe for three years.
She’s had a varied creative life, working as a goldsmith, a wildlife painter, and a fire lookout in Alberta’s Bow Crow region for three decades.
“Every country I’ve lived in, I’ve taught or painted or done something with the local community,” she said.
La Montague has plans to continue the door art as she works towards creating stories for kids based on the artwork.
“I think every town should have something like this. It gets kids outside, away from screens, and lets their imaginations go wild.” she states.
The doors will remain on display all summer and visitors are encouraged to post their discoveries using the hashtag #CliveFairyDoors and take part in sharing their magical moments online.
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Media Release | June 5th, 2025
Clive Fairy Doors: A Magical Trail of Wonder Returns to Enchant Visitors in 2025
The beloved Fairy Doors are back, inviting residents and visitors alike to explore a magical trail of miniature doors hidden throughout the Village of Clive. This enchanting public art initiative, now a cherished tradition, celebrates creativity, community, and the joy of discovery.
This year Minuette V. La Montague, founder of Casting Cats Art Studio, created four new doors
uniquely crafted to offer a peek into the whimsical world of fairies who have “moved in” to the
Village of Clive. From tree trunks to storefronts, these portals spark imagination and delight for all
ages. There are a total of nine doors including five doors created in 2024 by Elizabeth Webber,
founder of E. Webber Art.
“The Fairy Doors project is, about more than just art—it’s about storytelling, exploration, and
bringing people together,” says Austin Weaver, Executive Director of Lacombe Regional Tourism. “It’s a way to experience the Village of Clive in a new light, and to celebrate the creativity that makes Clive so special.”
The Clive Fairy Doors are part of the lead-up to Clive Funfest, a Village-wide celebration of
community events happening June 14th, 2025. The trail will remain open throughout the Summer,
offering a perfect family-friendly activity for locals and tourists alike.
Event Highlights:
- Opening Weekend Fairy Hunt – June 14th, 2025 (event now past)
- Photo Contest – Share your favorite fairy door moments on social media with #clivefairydoors
