The murals reflect the history and transformation of the Corona area. The site began as an apartment complex in 1908 before becoming the Corona Hotel in 1912. The hotel was destroyed by fire in February 1932 and later rebuilt. In 1981, it was demolished to make way for First Edmonton Place, which now stands above Corona LRT Station.
“These murals highlight the area’s importance to Edmonton’s history over the years," said Sarah Feldman, Director, Transit Planning, Ridership and Revenue. “The Corona Hotel was a gathering place for many early visitors to Edmonton, and was also known as a welcoming place for the city’s 2SLGBTQIA+ community. This installation provides Edmontonians with more information about this important piece of history and a deeper understanding of how the Corona LRT station got its name.”
Corona Station opened in 1983 as part of the first southward extension of Edmonton’s LRT system, which began operating in 1978 ahead of the Commonwealth Games.
The murals showcase archival photographs and articles from the City of Edmonton, the University of Calgary, the Provincial Archives of Alberta and the Edmonton Journal. Together, they highlight key moments in the area's history through visually engaging storytelling.
