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Bridging the Gap for Peace

From the Great war to present day, from Vimy Ridge to Kandahar, the Royal Canadian Legion honours the men and women past and present, serving our country. Soldiers,...

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...

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....

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...

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...

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...

Project of the Heart

The Stony Plain Youth Centre participated in the National Project of the Heart initiative in 2013 to offer youth the opportunity to seek truth in education for a...

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...

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...

Goods in Kind

In the pioneering days, businessman we often paid with goods rather than money for services rendered and F.W. Lundy (with pipe), Stony Plain’s first lawyer, was...

The Places You’ll Go

A whimsical world awaits you when you enter the depths of your imagination. This mural represents people sitting on the ledge and children going deeper into the mural...

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....

“Mr. Goalie”

National Hockey League Hall of Fame Legend, Glenn Hall is depicted as a tribute to his outstanding accomplishments. During his NHL career, Hall was a consistent...

Companions on the Journey

Catholic Educations has been prominent in Stony Plain since 1982. Father Willie O’Farrell helped start the first Catholic School in the church basement. John...

Shaping The Future

As we look toward the future of healthcare, we don’t yet know what to expect. This mural depicts some of the newest innovations currently in development and...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Milling on Main

Main Street is bustling as farmers deliver their product to the grain elevators and feed mill while daily business is conducted in Stony Plain’s well stocked...

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...

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...

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...

Winter Reflection

Skating on the pond has been a local pastime for decades. Featured within this artwork are skaters from different eras. The old Stony Plain railway station looks over...

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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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