“Mill Street In 1948” by artist Mike Svob, painted in 1986, restored in 2003 by Cim MacDonald

The first building on the left of old Mill Street was used as a Post Office until 1927.
That year, street lights made their first appearance in Chemainus.

Beyond the Post Office, towards the water, stood the sawmill superintendent’s office. The company store closed its doors in September 1949, after 65 years of service.
After the building was demolished, wreckers discovered that the frame was made of perfect lumber, with some pieces over 40ft. long, without a knot or defect of any kind.

Also depicted in the mural is a time clock shelter to the right of the employee parking area. Gordon Wharf and the government wharf are in the background of Chemainus Harbour.

Best viewed in original size