{"id":70331,"date":"2026-02-25T12:28:25","date_gmt":"2026-02-25T17:28:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tourismebromont.com\/?p=70331"},"modified":"2026-04-17T16:52:42","modified_gmt":"2026-04-17T20:52:42","slug":"old-bromont-and-surroundings-public-art-tour","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tourismebromont.com\/en\/old-bromont-and-surroundings-public-art-tour\/","title":{"rendered":"Old-Bromont and Surroundings Public Art Tour"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

At the heart of this historic district, art reveals itself in many forms, showcasing the vibrant creativity of local artists and the richness of Bromont\u2019s heritage. Whether you\u2019re an art lover or simply curious, a stroll through Old-Bromont<\/a><\/strong> and surroundings offers an inspiring cultural experience that\u2019s free and accessible to everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

COLLECTIVE MOSAIC<\/strong> (Public Square, Shefford Street)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the Public Square<\/a> on Shefford Street, admire an impressive mosaic<\/a> created in partnership with artist Isabelle Marissal and the Tess\u2019Elles collective, a group of volunteer citizens. People of all ages, young and old, also took part in this unifying project. Its evolution is traced through a photography exhibit by Florence Laberge, highlighting each stage of the creation process and the depth of community involvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT (John-Savage Park)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the charming park next to St-John Cemetery<\/a>, the outdoor exhibition structure showcases artworks whose themes are closely tied to the local landscape and identity. The current exhibition, Regards crois\u00e9s sur la nature <\/em>, brings together photographs by two artists: Gr\u00e9gory Picard from Shefford and Vladislav Tumir from Bromont. With its many benches and gazebo, it\u2019s easy to linger and enjoy the view of the Espace culturel St. John<\/a> and the mountain. Just nearby, in the Garden of Words, chalkboards are available for you to write and draw, inspired by the moment. Stop by from time to time to discover what\u2019s new: in 2026, two to three more exhibitions will be presented.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

MURAL<\/strong> (Germain D\u00e9sourdy Campus Arena)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step into a unique artistic scene where skating and hockey come to life! On the exterior wall of the Germain D\u00e9sourdy Campus arena, you\u2019ll find a vibrant mural<\/a> celebrating the world of ice sports. This colourful artwork, with pastel tones and vintage accents, was created for Bromont\u2019s 60th anniversary in 2024 by a collective of three Bromont artists: Zo\u00e9 Boivin, Christine Battuz, and Marc Serre. Artist Zo\u00e9 Boivin also created a mural inside the Pauline Quinlan Library.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cELECTRIFYING\u201d UTILITY BOXES<\/strong> (Shefford Street)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As you stroll along Shefford Street, keep your eyes open for the 32 \u201cElectrifying\u201d utility boxes<\/a>. Beautified mostly by Bromont artists and others from the region, these electrical boxes add a creative and surprising touch to the urban landscape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ARTWORKS (Entrance Hall of St. John Cultural Space)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

To wrap up your tour, take a moment to discover the artworks on display in the entrance hall of Espace culturel St. John<\/a><\/strong>. While you\u2019re there, you can also admire a true heritage gem: this former Anglican church<\/strong>, built between 1882 and 1885<\/strong>, now beautifully converted into a venue dedicated to showcasing arts and culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To extend your stroll, discover another fascinating route that trace Bromont\u2019s history<\/a> from 1792 to today.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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