From Palette to Palate – Artscapes of Windsor Essex
Discover the arts through various stops along this two-day itinerary – visit galleries and gardens and beautiful outdoor murals. Pop in to a bookshop or local butcher shop to explore all kinds of palette and palate pleasers! Taste crisp local craft beer and delicious meals served up at one of the many restaurants along the way.
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Bradts Butcher Block
Bradt’s is a true artisan butcher shop…and so much more! The proudly source superior quality meats, cheeses, produce, breads, sweets and more from local farms and suppliers. The in-store chef also hand crafts healthy entrees, salads, soup and sides.
The River Bookshop
A shop that is grounded in our community but open to the world. River Bookshop will be a community hub, a “Third Place” where people gather and will feel comfortable spending time. Our values ….Educate. Entertain. Inspire. Engage.
Town of Essex Murals
The town of Essex has many stories to tell. From explosions to inventions, the town has faced many challenges and triumphs. The history of the area and its landscape are portrayed in the murals and can be found throughout Essex Centre and Harrow.
LaSalle Neighbourhood Murals
The Town of LaSalle showcases many local artists in the area by allowing them to display their work for the community to enjoy. From local neighbourhood murals to mosaic and river-dance murals the Town of LaSalle is bright and vibrant.
Ford City Murals
Today Ford City is a revitalized and vibrant community with successful businesses and active associations. Thirty six outdoor murals have been erected on twenty sites along Drouillard Road, the hubbub of the BIA. These works serve to honour and preserve the area’s place in Windsor’s history, and that of the global auto industry.Attractions
River Bookshop
67 Richmond Street, Amherstburg, ON
(226) 906-8311
www.riverbookshop.com/
A shop that is grounded in our community but open to the world. River Bookshop will be a…
LaSalle Neighbourhood Murals
www.lasalle.ca/en/our-community/community-art.asp
The Town of LaSalle showcases many local artists in the area by allowing them to display their work…
The Grand Cantina
1000 Drouillard Rd., Windsor, ON, N8Y 2P8
(519) 915-4344
thegrandcantina.com
Tacos and Tequila with other fun street foods located in the heart of Ford City.
Olde Riverside BIA Murals
Riverside Dr. E., Windsor, ON
olderiversidebia.com/murals/
The Riverside Mural Project began in 2007 with agreements between the Federal Government, City of Windsor and the…
Bondy House Bed and Breakfast
199 Dalhousie St, Amherstburg, ON, N9V 1W5
(519) 736-9433
www.bbcanada.com/5928.html
This charming Century-old Victorian home offers old world charm with modern amenities. In the heart of Amherstburg, it…
Billy’s Taphouse
305 Talbot St., Essex, ON, N8M 2E2
(519) 776-7094
billystaphouse.com
Billy’s is an upscale Pub that offers variety for everyone! Established in 1995 as Billy Boston’s, it originally…
Artisan Grill
269 Dalhousie St., Amherstburg, ON, N9V 1W8
(519) 713-9009
www.artisangrill.ca
Artisan Grill is a premium casual restaurant located in Historic Downtown Amherstburg. We are fully licensed and have…
Ford City BIA and Murals
Drouillard Road, Windsor, ON
fordcity.ca/
Today Ford City is a revitalized and vibrant community with successful businesses and active associations, thanks to redevelopment…
Leamington Arts Centre
72 Talbot St. W., Leamington, ON, N8H 1M4
(519) 326-2711
leamingtonartscentre.com/
The Leamington Arts Centre (LAC) is located in the heart of Leamington in one of the town’s many…
Gibson Gallery
140 Richmond St., Amherstburg, ON, N9V 1G4
www.gibsonartgallery.com/
A former Michigan Central Railroad Station, ca. 1896, has been renovated to its original Romanesque glory featuring towering…
Bradt’s Butcher Block
34 Mill St. W, Leamington, ON, N8H 1S8
(519) 326-4871
www.bradts.com
Bradt’s is a true artisan butcher shop and so much more! They proudly source most of their superior…
King’s Navy Yard Park
242 Dalhousie, Amherstburg, ON
(519) 736-0012
www.amherstburg.ca/en/index.aspx#
Designated as a Bi-Centennial International Peace Garden. Along the pathway are many manicured annual flower beds, a ships…
Peace Fountain & Coventry Gardens
4714 Riverside Drive East, Windsor, ON
A showplace and tourist attraction on the banks of the Detroit River, Coventry Garden was designed for relaxation…
Town of Essex Murals
Town of Essex, Essex, Ontario
(519) 776-7336
www.essex.ca/en/townhall/murals.asp
Our town has many stories to tell. From explosions to inventions, the town has faced many challenges and…
