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The Famous Stony Plain Murals

The First People

The town of Stony Plain is situated on a large fertile tract of land once called Eskatina of the Stoney Plains, a name derived from the Nakota Sioux First Peoples....

Back Home

Residents from the Meridian Foundation shared their memories. Sunday picnics and loved ones arriving “Back Home” were some of the fondest memories shared....

For Home and Country

This mural depicts the history and personalities of the Stony Plain Women’s Institute from its inception in 1913 to the present. The crest prominently displays...

The Life and Times of Murray & Esme Byers

Murray and Esme Byers operated Byers’ Drugs on Main Street from 1939 to 1969. The were involved in the community and contributed in many ways, giving away live...

The Good Life

The level of care and the quality of life in the facilities of the Meridian Housing Foundation are explored in this mural. The present-day advancements in healthcare...

Evolution of Electricity

This mural reflects a century of electric power supply in Alberta and its impact on the local community, with an emphasis on TransAtla’s contributions and local...

Evolutions of Junior Golf

In 1977, Don “Grandpa” Walls initiated a Junior Gold program at the old Stony Plain Golf Course. Over the years, the program has developed into one of the...

Making a Friend

Joe Zucht built one of Stony Plain’s first livery stables in 1905. It was located just east of Main Street. A livery barn was a place where horses would be...

Press Relief

An inside look at the office of the Stony Plain Advertiser (1907) reveals its first editor and proprietor, W. Worton, and provides a glimpse of the old printing...

The Book

Imagine…our Library’s history is kept safely in a book. The book opens and, magically, the story comes to life. Important dates, significant buildings...

The Connection 1906-1963

Shortley after the Alberta Government Telephones was founded in 1906, a telephone office was founded in Stony Plain. Ottilia (Tilly) Zucht was 13 years old when she...

Town on the Move

In 1905, the Canadian Northern Railway started constructing a 19-mile line from Edmonton to Stony Plain. Unfortunately, it missed the original Stony Plain settlement....

With Hands & Heart

This mural represents the Good Samaritan Society and its impact on the community of Stony Plain. The design of the artwork reflects the stain-glass window located in...

Early Stony Plain Postal Service

A series of stamps depicts milestones and postmasters in the history of the Stony plain mail service. The far-left image on the mural depicts John L. McDonald, the...

Harnessing Our Past

The farming community has always played a strong role in the development of Stony Plain and surrounding area. As a tribute to these pioneers, this mural focuses on...

Drive Thru Time

Main Street in the 1950’s was a busy place. Wing’s Café was a popular lunch spot, where Viktor Hochdorfer owners of Bud’s Men’s Wear and Shoe...

Along the Fifth

The Stony Plain community developed along the 5th Meridian, the community’s main artery. The coming of the railway impacted the community in many ways,...

2012 International Year of the Cooperatives

This mural is a tribute to the significant role Co-operatives have had in fostering Co-operative share internationally agreed principles an act together to build a...

Canada 150

The Canada 150 Mosaic project spanned coast-to-coast; each of the 150 murals tells the story of the community in which they were made. Stony Plain’s murals...

Many Faces, One Heart

This mural represents the diverse ethno-cultural background of Stony Plain’s early settlers. Andrew Anderson, Alexis Wabamun, Philippine Strassburger, Ross...

20 years of Friendship

This mural honours the twinning between the people of Stony Plain and Shikaoi, Hokkaido, Japan that began in 1985. Many community members have travelled between...

Mosaic of the Past

What might a pioneer family have in a small log cabin? A closer look at this unique clay mural will give you the answer. Basic amenities may have included a wood...

Foundations

Seniors from Meridian Foundation and school children engaged in a discussion about life, past to present. One room schoolhouses, playing softball after church,...

Reflections

Cornelia Wood (nee Railey) was a teacher, actress, and author. She served as a member of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta and was Mayor of Stony Plain. A long...

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Take a tour of Stony Plain for a day filled with art and history!

Our charming town is renowned for its unique 'Outdoor Art Gallery' featuring over 40 stunning murals that vividly capture the spirit of our community's past. Our many public works of art showcase our one-of-a-kind identity. Whether you're an art enthusiast, a history buff, or simply looking for a delightful day out, Stony Plain's art in public places is an experience you won't want to miss.

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