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Art in Public Places

Sheriff Israel Umbach Statue

Made for the real Sheriff Israel Umbach of early Stony Plain. He has his chains to chain the train to the tracks until he gets the taxes from the railroad. It is made...

Horse and Rider

This fountain is a commemoration of the RCMP centennial. The sculpture represents a Mountie leading his horse over a stream.

Poetry Panels

In 2020, poetry panels representing the four seasons were added to the gazebo in Rotary Park.

Alberta Winter Games Legacy Monument (2012)

This 26.5 ton boulder includes the engraving of the lyrics of the 2012 Winter Games song.

Location: Heritage Park (5100-41 Avenue)

Disc Drumming (2018)

Use the mallets to make music on this sculpture. It is made of 11 agricultural disc harrows. This piece represents the farming history of Stony Plain. Artists:...

Magpies

Hidden in multiple locations around Stony Plain. Get your Magpie guide at the Visitor Information Center or from any of Tourism Ambassador business. There are three...

Aboriginal Medicine Wheel (2018)

This piece was created by local potters and youth attendees at the National Indigenous Peoples Day celebration in Stony Plain. The pieces of the wheel were decorated...

Trifecta

Stony Plain’s first public art bench is a combination of poured solid concrete and hand carved concrete rocks. The heaviness of the work conveys a sense of...

Enduring Connections

Forged from iron and horseshoes this piece was created using centuries old blacksmithing techniques. The work represents the many important relationships the Town of...

We Learn, Grow, and Transform Together

Painted in the Indigenous art style of a woodlands flower motif, each piece of this detailed mural carries symbolization that brings the piece together honouring the...

Story Time and Golden Years

These statues represent old to young and how learning is shared. These statues were purchased for Stony Plain's 100th birthday.

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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Watch CBC’s segment on Stony Plain’s Murals

More Art in Public Place resources

Watch CBC's segment on Stony Plain's Murals in full screen.
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Download a high-resolution printable version of the latest Mural Guide (50MB pdf).
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Visit the GIS based Mural Tour for locations and stories about each.
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