Artist Details
Association, Sunset Community
Vancouver, Canada
https://mysunset.net/
In 1945, the people of Sunset had a vision to build a new community centre. They started by forming a Community Association with the task of creating a new recreation facility in South Vancouver.
Stan Thomas, President of the Sunset Association in 1947, was sent to Hollywood California to convince Bing Crosby to stage his radio show in Vancouver as a benefit for the construction of Sunset Community Centre.
Bing Crosby was the most famous celebrity of his time selling #1 records, starring in popular Hollywood movies and he had the most listened to radio program in North America.
On September 21, 1948 the Bing Crosby Radio Show came to Vancouver and over $26,000.00 was raised in one performance. Following the program, the City of Vancouver contributed the remaining amount and Sunset Community Centre was built.
On November 15th, 2004 the Park Board approved the proposal for construction of their new community centre. The Federal and Provincial Government have made funding commitments of $2 million each and the balance of funds will come from the Municipal Government.
The new 30,000 square foot facility was built on Main Street. Bing Thom Architects presented the design for the new Sunset Community Centre which was built to LEED standards to ensure energy efficiency. The design features an expanded gymnasium, fitness centre, assembly room and other program spaces.
| Photo | Name of Work | Neighbourhood | Year | Medium/discipline | Program |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Sunset Community Centre Stepping Stone Project | Sunset | 2016 | Mosaic/Tile | Neighbourhood Matching Fund |
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