Thursday, October 06, 2005
Riverton, Manitoba, A "Historical Canvas"!
I spent part of my youth on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, in a small town called Chemainus. When the lumber industry failed locally, Chemainus re-invented itself, and adapted to the changing times. One of the ways was to preserve it's rich history by painting murals on it's buildings. Fantastic depictions by outstanding artists emerged and Chemainus is now world-renowned and a travel destination for many to see the beautiful paintings. Take a tour of the Chemainus Murals.
Chemainus Mural Tour
This past Monday I returned to Riverton from Silver Falls to start to prepare my property for winter, and I noticed there had been some mural-painting going on in Riverton. The paintings were depictions of Riverton's historical association with Lake Winnipeg, fishing, and farming. I believe the artists did a fine job!
The exterior wall of D and T Shop-Easy.
Fine specimen.
The Vikings arrive, depicted on the wall of local business "The Other Place".
Manitoba Moose!
Nature at it's finest.
"Velkomin"! (Welcome in Icelandic)
World-famous boat manufacturers Zag Fab Boats have their manufacturing plant located in Riverton. The exterior wall depicts the company's long-time association with Lake Winnipeg.
Sigvaldason's Insurance Building has a beautiful mural detailing early pioneers.
A bystander awaits the "BETTYLEW".
Fishermen lift their nets to retrieve their catch.
Early farmers "cleared" and "broke" the land with their "backs".........
Until recently, the railway played a significant role in the area.....
So, you see, there is a lot of "history" now preserved on Riverton's walls, and the paintings were well-done. Following is a photo of the artists' info, which is incorporated into one of the murals.
"Looking Back"
Oh yes, one other thing. Local business owner Don Bilinski had some friends by for a visit. I think maybe you should meet Don and his buddies.
Don Bilinski up to bat, with soccer-star daughter Desarae, holding the ball after her championship-winning goal!
Michael Jordan stopped by for a "dunk"!
You know these two. All-time hockey record-setter Wayne Gretzky, and local son and Philadelphia Flyers "Broad Street Bully" alumni Reggie Leach!
Till next time,
"Cheemo"!
(PS -This is what Riverton looked like this morning at 7 AM, Oct. 6/05!)
Snow-laden bush!
Icelandic River!
Down-river!
The early arrival of snow!
No biking to school this AM!
This fisherman who owns this boat wisely stayed off of Lake Winnipeg!
Chemainus Mural Tour
This past Monday I returned to Riverton from Silver Falls to start to prepare my property for winter, and I noticed there had been some mural-painting going on in Riverton. The paintings were depictions of Riverton's historical association with Lake Winnipeg, fishing, and farming. I believe the artists did a fine job!
The exterior wall of D and T Shop-Easy.
Fine specimen.
The Vikings arrive, depicted on the wall of local business "The Other Place".
Manitoba Moose!
Nature at it's finest.
"Velkomin"! (Welcome in Icelandic)
World-famous boat manufacturers Zag Fab Boats have their manufacturing plant located in Riverton. The exterior wall depicts the company's long-time association with Lake Winnipeg.
Sigvaldason's Insurance Building has a beautiful mural detailing early pioneers.
A bystander awaits the "BETTYLEW".
Fishermen lift their nets to retrieve their catch.
Early farmers "cleared" and "broke" the land with their "backs".........
Until recently, the railway played a significant role in the area.....
So, you see, there is a lot of "history" now preserved on Riverton's walls, and the paintings were well-done. Following is a photo of the artists' info, which is incorporated into one of the murals.
"Looking Back"
Oh yes, one other thing. Local business owner Don Bilinski had some friends by for a visit. I think maybe you should meet Don and his buddies.
Don Bilinski up to bat, with soccer-star daughter Desarae, holding the ball after her championship-winning goal!
Michael Jordan stopped by for a "dunk"!
You know these two. All-time hockey record-setter Wayne Gretzky, and local son and Philadelphia Flyers "Broad Street Bully" alumni Reggie Leach!
Till next time,
"Cheemo"!
(PS -This is what Riverton looked like this morning at 7 AM, Oct. 6/05!)
Snow-laden bush!
Icelandic River!
Down-river!
The early arrival of snow!
No biking to school this AM!
This fisherman who owns this boat wisely stayed off of Lake Winnipeg!
