Boer War Memorial
This huge, magnificent monument was meant to arouse lofty sentiments and patriotism.
Sculpture
Ward 8
Municipal ward in Calgary
Details
- Councillor
- Nathaniel Schmidt
- Communities
- Altadore, Bankview, Beltline, Britannia, Cliff Bungalow, Currie Barracks, Elbow Park and Elboya
Works in Ward 8
Bird of Spring
Classical Inuit thought speaks in layers. Bird of Spring uniquely captures Inuit symbolisms of how nature influences artistic motivations.Sculpture
Things that both a relative you haven't seen in a long time and the river could say
In summer, this normally dry stream flows with water and these large stones provide a pathway across. Engraved on five of these stones are phrases in Inuvialuktun and English that are personal to the artist.Functional
Late Lunch
Enjoy the view of the river in these colourful and playful seats in the shape of large wheelbarrows.FunctionalBenches
Erlton Community Association Mural in Lindsay Park 2024
This mural beautified a previously drab area and made a very welcoming area for people to gather.Mural
Childlike Wonder! (Centre Street)
Overflowing with childlike wonder and technicolour imagination, this artwork is a soulful reminder that magic is real.Utility Box
Meander
Meander' is a living wall designed to help with the Elbow River bank stabilization and provides habitat for nesting birds, insects, and vegetation.Functional
Childlike Wonder! (Macleod Trail)
Overflowing with childlike wonder and technicolour imagination, this artwork is a soulful reminder that magic is real.Utility Box
World War One Memorial
Made by artist Coeur-de-Lion MacCarthy, this bronze sculpture was donated to the City of Calgary in 1924 by a women's charitable organization called the Imperial Order Daughters of the Empire (IODE).Sculpture
Bridging Whirlds
Take a seat and ponder the connection between nature and humankind on this bench of a reclaimed steel truss from the Original Victoria Bridge in Saskatoon.Functional
Mother Nature Takes Back What’s Hers
NASARIMBA created a mural featuring flowing water and plants specific to the region, providing a nature-inspired backdrop to the skate park.Mural
Our Mission is Peace
This mural not only reflects the values of peace and unity taught in the Montessori classroom but also invites the community to embrace these ideals in their everyday lives.Utility Box
Under the Moonlight
Referencing classical ceramic forms, ornamental and pop cultural symbols, and an abstract painterly application of glaze, the works provide a pluralistic vision indicative of our individual and shared experiences.Utility Box
José María Morelos y Pavon
This bronze bust is a small piece of Mexican history that was generously given to the City of Calgary.Sculpture
Nimmons Cairn (Conic Sculpture)
This two-part abstract sculpture by celebrated artist Katie Ohe commemorates the Nimmons family, settlers who lived and worked on this land in the 19th century.Sculpture
Sun Chairs
Relax and take in your surroundings, the chirping of birds, the bubbling of the river, the rustle of leaves, the warmth of the sun, when you layback in one of the lounge chairs.Functional
From the Clouds to the Water
A collection of forged and wrought iron railing panels and benches make up this multi-piece public art installation.FunctionalBenches
Comet
This kinetic sculpture captures the essence and celestial quality of a comet streaking across our sky.Sculpture
Chinook Arc
This artwork is an interactive, illuminated sculpture that responds to human interaction.Installation