Week in History: A 'paint-in' at the courthouse captivates Vancouver
This Week in History: 1966: A 'paint-in' at the courthouse captivates Vancouver On April 1, Vancouver Mayor Bill Rathie had a brainwave: to hold a mural competition on the construction hoarding. He even put up $90 of his own money for prizes. Author of the article: John Mackie Publishing date: Apr 09, 2021 • 1 hour ago • 3 minute read • B.C.'s minister of works, William Neelands Chant, looks over a "primitive" painting at the "paint-in" on the construction hoarding outside the Vancouver courthouse on April 7, 1966. With Chant are his granddaughters Judy and Diana. B...
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