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The Famous Stony Plain Murals

Early Trade and Commerce

The Canadian Bank of Commerce (later CIBC) has been a focal point for trade and commerce in Stony Plain since 1906. The bank originally served clients out of a tent...

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...

Riders

This mural was painted by local artist Daphne Côté and members of the Stony Plain Youth. It is the first non-historical mural commissioned. This mural celebrates...

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...

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...

The Country Doctor

This mural depicts Dr. and Mrs. Oatway and Nurse Deans, who were responsible for the safe delivery of thousands of babies in the area. Dr. Richard MacRae Oatway was...

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...

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...

Celebrate Rotary International

Founded by Paul Harris in Chicago in 1905, Rotary promotes community service projects and ethical standards in business. More than 1.2 million Rotarians serve in 200...

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...

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 General Store

Jacob Miller’s General Store and Post Office was a significant landmark in Stony Plain for many years. Jacob Miller was a prominent businessman, postmaster and...

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...

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...

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...

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....

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,...

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...

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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