Hamlet of Artland
N 52° 41.650 W 109° 53.966
12U E 574378 N 5838818
Located approximately 18 Km South of Highway 40.
Waymark Code: WMKH3C
Location: Saskatchewan, Canada
Date Posted: 04/14/2014
Views: 3
AS the Plaque Reads:
Saskatchewan History & Folklore Society Inc.
The Hamlet of Artland
NE Sec. 7 TSP. 43 RGE. 27
Artland had its beginning in 1908, with the building of Grand Trunk Pacific Railway. The hamlet grew quickly to a population of 67 in 1921. Having a variety of businesses, Artland was a hub of activity with good sports facilities for its time. In 1969, the general store in Artland closed, marking the end of an era. Although the hamlet is gone. The Artland community spirit still holds. We leave this tribute to Artland so future generations will remember and be proud of their roots.
Among the rolling hills of sand
behold the Town of Artland stands
One lumber yard, a general store
three dwelling houses, maybe four
A patch of peas, a row of taters
A pump house and two elevators
Six school kids, three ruffled grouse
a depot and a section house
The man who owns the general store
some people, maybe a half a score
Earth has many a noble city. . .
at midnight Artland looks quite pretty
I go there when I've grain to sell
till then dear Artland, fare the well
Erected 1993
Thanks to the people of The Artland Community, past and present for their help in this project.
"Gathering, preserving and sharing the history and folklore of Saskatchewan."
Marker type: plaque on rock
Marker placement date: Not listed
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