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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...

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...

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...

Comforts Past

In 1914 the ratio of doctors to population in Alberta was 1:999 people; residents were fortunate to have Dr. Oatway serving Stony Plain at this time. This mural...

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...

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...

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...

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 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...

Strong Arm of the Law

Israel Umbach was Stony Plain’s first appointed sheriff, overseer, and tax collector. The railway refused to pay taxes that were due to the Town, so Sheriff...

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...

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 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...

Morning Light

Jacob Schram operated a blacksmith shop at the old town site in the late 1800s; he moved his business to the new town location in 1906. Schram was the...

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...

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...

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 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 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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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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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