Community Projects

Community Arts Projects

This archive spotlights arts-focused projects across Hinton—from public art installations to markets and anniversary celebrations. Projects are arranged from newest to oldest; check back as new initiatives are added.

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Community members painting Every Child Matters art panels

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Concept rendering of the heli blade sculpture

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Heli Blade Public Art Installation

MECA is working with engineers and artists to transform decommissioned helicopter blades into an illuminated landmark honouring Hinton’s industrial story and future.

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Artists painting a collaborative mural in downtown Hinton

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Mural Art

Folks in Hinton want murals! We're setting up a Committee to coordinate the community interest in establishing a Mural Program.

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Skiers celebrating at the Hinton Nordic trails

February 2026

Hinton Nordic Ski Club Anniversary

MECA is supporting the Nordic Ski Club’s milestone celebration and their public art installation.

Community members participating in a MECA annual meeting

January 11, 2026

MECA Annual General Meeting

Hosted at the Hinton Municipal Library, the 2026 AGM shared project roadmaps, welcomed new members, and gathered input on the arts priorities our community wants next.

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Scott Sunderwald speaking to a full room at the Hinton Municipal Library

November 12, 2025

Scott Sunderwald · Meet the Author

MECA partnered with the Hinton Municipal Library to support Scott Sunderwald’s standing-room-only Radically Wild Meet the Author book event.

Vendors and artists at the Creekside artisan market

November 1, 2025

Creekside Artisan Market

The Creekside Artisan Market gathered regional makers, musicians, and authors for a rustic outdoor celebration of local creativity, storytelling, and small business.

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Crowds enjoying booths at the 2025 Hinton Art Walk

August 16, 2025

Hinton Art Walk · 2nd Annual

The Art Club ran a fun, joyful Art Walk that highlighted Hinton’s artists through booths, a silent auction, and live music performances. MECA was happy to support with promotions and by coordinating the musical entertainment.

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Promotional poster for the first Creekside Artisan Market

November 2, 2024

Creekside Artisan Market · 1st Annual

The inaugural Creekside Artisan Market debuted with small-batch makers, acoustic sets, and cozy fireside storytelling that set the tone for the event’s annual tradition.

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Visitors exploring booths at the Hinton Art Walk

August 17, 2024

Hinton Art Walk · 1st Annual

Green Square came alive with artists, musicians, and neighbours during the inaugural Hinton Art Walk—a joyful showcase of local creativity.

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Poster promoting the Hinton Public Library anniversary celebrations

March 23, 2024

Hinton Public Library 40th Anniversary

A milestone celebration with live performances, readings, and an art exhibit that honoured four decades of community connection through the Hinton Municipal Library.