Murals of LV
Each year, the LVBIA strengthens the cultural vibrancy of Liberty Village by investing in murals and public art projects that enrich the neighbourhood’s visual identity. Through these initiatives, the LVBIA continues to shape Liberty Village as a thriving creative hub where art, culture, and community intersect.
“Journey Through Time: The Liberty Streetcar TCF Bridge Mural” by Leyland Adams - 2024
The mural celebrates the iconic Peter Witt streetcar. The streetcar is a symbol of the City’s evolution as a place of motion, innovation, and ongoing transformation.
Through the years, the streetcar has facilitated connection and community, and it continues to reflect the vibrant life found throughout the City and in Liberty Village. The diverse faces of Torontonians and their role in the City’s history are visible in the streetcar in a whimsical way that invites interaction. The vibrant, eye-catching design surprises viewers and welcomes them into a world where anything is possible.
The bridge connects the Toronto Carpet Factory and the King-Dufferin Corner, restored buildings that commemorate Liberty Village’s industrial heritage and celebrate its bright future as one of Toronto’s most vibrant communities.
Located at 67 Mowat Avenue
Dream Big Mural by Anthony Ricciardi- 2023
The mural stands tall on the south side of the Liberty Market Building’s Boiler House, Liberty Market Building by Lifetime Developments, serving as a call to action to “DREAM BIG,” encouraging onlookers to embrace ambition in pursuing their dreams with an open heart.
Each layer of paint in the vibrant mural represents a facet of Liberty Village, while the hearts symbolize the community’s love, connectedness, and diversity. This stunning piece of public art pays homage to local artisans and the cultural tapestry that makes Liberty Village a unique and thriving community. The vivid colours, intricate details, and thought-provoking words of “DREAM BIG” make this an ideal backdrop for photos and a must-visit destination for both locals and visitors alike.
Passersby are invited to explore the “DREAM BIG” mural, snap photos, and share the vibrant energy of the neighbourhood with the world.
Located at 171 E Liberty Street, Liberty Market Building
“Biindigen” by Que Rock 2022
This mural is a Visual Land Acknowledgment. The design is connected to the Anishnaabe
creation story: the original six nations peace treaty. Before the human nation was invited to Mother Earth, five nations lived on turtle island: The Plant Nation, The Bird Nation, The Insect Nation, The Fish Nation and the Animal Nation. All nations all had to agree to become the human nation teachers, and they were all given instructions “to always provide nourishment for all those that follow.” Then the human nation was invited to share the land on turtle island and was also given instructions: "to always provide nourishment for all those who follow, to walk gently on Mother Earth, to learn one new thing every day and to share". The mural contains sacred geometry patterns and shapes that tell us how to live with nature.
Que Rock is a Nipissing First Nation born multidisciplinary Anishnaabe artist. He focuses on unique painting styles and techniques to create smooth transitions of colour, blending abstract form with realism and expressionism. In his work, he aims to create a visual healing experience for the viewers by conveying Indigenous knowledge, the meaning of sacred symbolism and the primacy of nature, articulating it all in a style he describes as "making the woodlands dance”.
Located at 109 Atlantic Ave.
Hustle & Love Liberty Wall
If you've visited the Liberty Market Building in recent years, you may recognize the striking murals displayed above. These artworks were commissioned in June 2016 by Lifetime Developments to celebrate the vibrant spirit of Liberty Village—its residents, business owners, and unique character.
Brian Brown, Vice President of Lifetime Developments, envisioned the murals as a tribute to the pride and energy that define the neighbourhood. To bring this vision to life, they enlisted renowned artist Ben Johnston, a self-taught, Canadian-born creative known for his bold, custom typography featured in advertising, murals, installations, and events. Originally from South Africa, Johnston now divides his time between Canada and the U.S.
Located at 171 East Liberty Street
Toronto Carpet Factory Mural
Located on the south wall of 74 Fraser Ave., The Carpet Mural was completed in 2007 by local fine artist and muralist, William Lazos. The mural’s intricate design is inspired by an actual carpet pattern once produced by The Toronto Carpet Manufacturing Company, paying homage to the building’s history when it was part of a thriving carpet production complex. Lazos, known for his detailed and realistic style, also created the campus map displayed on the north side of the School.