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Foundations

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

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...

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...

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 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...

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...

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,...

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...

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....

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...

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...

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....

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...

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...

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...

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...

Pride in Agriculture

The Stony Plan Demonstration Farm was in operation from 1912-1924 for the purpose of demonstrating new farming techniques and to provide work experience for...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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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