# Fisherman’s Park Mural Completed

- Link: https://historicsteveston.ca/news/fishermans-park-mural-2/
- Published: 2017-02-07T14:40:25-08:00
- Author: Sarah

![Artist Victoria Oginski discusses the Fisherman's Park Mural](/wp-content/uploads/
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A mural celebrating Steveston’s connection to the fishing industry was unveiled 
at the launch of provincial Heritage Week this Sunday. Twelve panels on the building
in Fisherman’s Park speak to Steveston’s fishing present as well as its rich fishing
past.

This year’s Heritage Week theme is ‘My Canada! My BC!’ an apt opportunity to highlight
the uniqueness of the industry that has shaped Steveston.

Following their successful collaboration in 2015 to produce the panels representing
modern day fishing on the south wall of the building, the Steveston Historical Society,
Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society and the Steveston Harbour Authority have been working
together to produce the remaining pieces. Their goal was to install a significant
piece of public art that would not only beautify the west end of the village, but
also inform passers-by.

Dave Semple, Chair of the Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society commented, “It has been
great to work with other Steveston organizations to make possible a beautiful piece
of art for the village. It is a bright reminder of our fishing history which will
be enjoyed by many visitors and residents to Steveston in the coming years.”

The Richmond Arts Coalition contributed invaluable advice on installation methods
and was instrumental in selecting our artist, Victoria Oginski.

Victoria was able to work and draw inspiration from historical photographs – beautifully
capturing the essence of fish harvesting.

Linda Barnes, Chair of the Steveston Historical Society says, “The Society is proud
to play its part in sharing Steveston’s rich heritage in such a visual way – Victoria
Oginski’s creations celebrate the fishing industry and those who depend on it, not
only in the past but for a strong vibrant future.”

**Project Sponsors:**

_Richmond Community Foundation Endowment Fund & the Richmond Community Foundation
Milan and Maureen Ilich Family Endowment Fund_

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