Murals
#1 - Memorial Park - located at the intersection of Vincent Ave. W, Raikes Street and Hwy 80
Memorial Park #1a - 1905 - The Birth of the Province
Illustrates the birth of our province into confederation of Canada. The fountain on the right side is a gift from England.
Artist: Janet Scholz
Memorial Park #1b - 1910 - First Nations
Depicts the colourful life of the Plains Indians. Many artifacts remain.
Artist: Rita Swanson
Memorial Park #1c - 1920 - Immigration
Icelandic community established north of Churchbridge. In 1880, an English Settlement developed at the site of the CPR depot.
Artist: Mabel Mund & Mildred Kotzer
Memorial Park #1d - 1930 - The Great Depression
The Great Depression of 10 years. Sand and wind forcing families out of the Prairies and their farms.
Artist: Gerald Dressler
Memorial Park #1e - 1940 - World War II
Created jobs for many displaced people from the depression. Our nation was on food and gas rationing for the duration.
Artist: Gloria Wirth & Janet Scholz
Memorial Park #1f - 1950 - Recovery
The artist traces the progress of agriculture into modern farming.
Artist: Fallon Prince
Memorial Park #1g - 1960 - IMC Industry
Discovery of potash in our area of the province created a boom to our town with the school population exploding to 400 students.
Artist: Elaine Depape
Memorial Park #1h - 1970 - Industry
Development of the swimming pool (replaced by a new pool in 2011), Evergreen Club, St. Mary’s Catholic Church, ball diamonds and campground.
Artist: Janet Scholz
Memorial Park #1i - 1980 - Sports
Development of multi-sports facilities. Thanks to the multitude of volunteers who make this a success.
Artist: Laura Sveinbjornson
Memorial Park #1j - 1990 - Technology
Churchbridge High School held a competition to paint the murals. Painted by the Grade 9 class in the fall of 2003.
Artist: 2003 Grade 9 class.
Memorial Park #1k - 2005 - 100 Years Celebrations
Celebration birthday cake for achievements in the growth and advancements in our area.
Artist: Pat Miller-McNeil