Original Mural by Allen Hilgendorf
Original location: back of K&J Pharmacy (21 Victoria St)
This mural was commissioned by Judy and John Alilović of the former J&J Pharmacy. It portrays Indigenous locals teaching early settlers about natural medicines from native plants. At the time the mural was created, the plants and clothing depicted were well-researched and accurate for this area. That tribe lived here and was a small band.
Spot the plants!
Some of the plants researched and depicted in the mural include: cardinal weed (left corner: red), yarrow, milkweed, evening primrose, black-eyed Susan (middle left: yellow), Clintonia, wintergreen, sumac, juniper (middle by elbow: low shrub), St. John’s wort, plantain, chicory and dandelions (the settlers brought both with them). The trees include white pine, hawthorn, and sugar maple.
Restored Mural by Bevin Finlay
Recently restored at a NEW location: 3 Albert Street – South wall of what is now “The Run Parlor”
With the help of Finlay, the mural was able to be restored, bringing the original vibrant colours back, which now is hung downtown for all to see.
