Artist Noella Murphy Chosen for the 2023 Antigonish Town Mural

Oct 16, 2023 | Local News

Antigonish Culture Alive (ACA), the Town of Antigonish, and the Town’s Community Enhancement Committee  announced the selection of Noella Murphy’s painted work, Gathering with Queen Mary, as the 2023 official town mural.

Mural depicting Antigonish Landing on the side of the Antigonish 5 cent to $1 store

Murphy’s piece blends her botanical paintings with a still-life of ‘Queen Mary,’ a revered visual art teacher and advocate for arts. Mary is seen drawing with others, gathered around a table, visiting, sharing, and creating together.

 

The location of the mural has yet to be announced. 

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