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| Galerie Rivière-aux-Rats (Galerie Riviere-aux-Rats) | |
| La Galerie Rivière-aux-Rats features a virtual, for-sale exposition of Réal Bérard's most recent works of art and sculptures by Denis Duguay. One can appreciate the francophone heritage and history of the St-Pierre-Jolys region and the artist's interpretation of Manitoba's natural treasures. Tel. 204-433-7870; fax: 866-433-8070; Web: www.galerieriviereauxrats.com E-mail: nicole.nrl@gmail.com | |
| Box 160 ST. PIERRE-JOLYS, MB CANADA R0A 1V0 Toll Free: 1-866-661-7870 Tel: 204-433-7870/204-746-0032 Fax: 1-866-433-8070 Email: nicole.nrl@gmail.com Web: www.galerieriviereauxrats.com | |
| Manitoba Glass Factory (PHS) (Culture (DB), Heritage and Tourism -- Historic Resources Branch) | |
| Manitoba Glass Factory (PHS), the site of the first glass container factory in Western Canada which operated from 1906 to 1914 and employed up to 350 workers. It produced bottles for breweries and soft drink companies in Winnipeg, serving the Prairie market. Visitors may explore the ruins of the site and the nearby Chryplywy Nature Park. Location: southwest outskirts of Beausejour | |
| Main Floor, 213 Notre Dame Avenue WINNIPEG, MB CANADA R3B 1N3 Toll Free: 1-800-282-8069 Tel: 204-945-2205 Fax: 204-948-2384 Web: www.gov.mb.ca/chc/hrb/index.html | |
| Rossburn Museum (Town of Rossburn) | |
| Rossburn At the Rossburn Museum visit a country schoolroom, an early hospital room, a hairdresser's salon, Ukrainian pioneer kitchen, printshop and replica of a Ukrainian village built by the late Harry Boychuk. Also houses firefighting equipment, war uniforms and local history. Open daily May to September. Other times by appointment. Donations accepted. Tel. 204-859-2762 or 859-2429 (on weekends); E-mail: town.rsb@mts.net Location: Cheddar Avenue. | |
| Box 70 ROSSBURN, 43 Main Street N., MB CANADA R0J 1V0 Tel: 204-859-2762 Fax: 204-859-2022 Email: town.rsb@mts.net Web: www.rossburn.ca | |
| L'Auberge Clemence Bed & Breakfast & Tea House (L'Auberge Clemence Bed & Breakfast & Tea House) | |
| 90-year-old convent. Pond, waterfalls, chapel, gift shop, art gallery, tea house. Unique spiritual place. | |
| Box 119 ELIE, 13 Elie Street W., MB CANADA R0H 0H0 Tel: 204-353-2183 Email: auberge@shaw.ca Web: www.bbcanada.com/7283.html | |
| Westminster United Church (PHS) (Culture (DB), Heritage and Tourism -- Historic Resources Branch) | |
| Westminster United Church (PHS) This church was located among one of Winnipeg's growing populations. Built in 1903-1904, this dramatic Gothic-inspired church features slender pinnacle towers and a beautiful rose window. Location: Maryland Street and Westminster Avenue. | |
| Main Floor, 213 Notre Dame Avenue WINNIPEG, MB CANADA R3B 1N3 Toll Free: 1-800-282-8069 Tel: 204-945-2205 Fax: 204-948-2384 Web: www.gov.mb.ca/chc/hrb/index.html | |
| Government House (Culture (DB), Heritage and Tourism -- Historic Resources Branch) | |
| Government House is the official private residence of the Lieutenant-Governor of Manitoba. It was built in 1883 by the Dominion Government and transferred to Manitoba's jurisdiction in 1885 symbolizing the completion of Manitoba's parliamentary political structure. Location: Adjacent to the Manitoba Legislative Building on Kennedy Street. | |
| Main Floor, 213 Notre Dame Avenue WINNIPEG, MB CANADA R3B 1N3 Toll Free: 1-800-282-8069 Tel: 204-945-2205 Fax: 204-948-2384 Web: www.gov.mb.ca/chc/hrb/index.html | |
| Eriksdale Creamery Museum (Eriksdale Creamery Museum) | |
| The Eriksdale Creamery Museum is the only kind in Manitoba showcasing the functions and equipment of butter making in rural Manitoba. Open June and September by appointment; July and August 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Monday to Saturday or by appointment. Guided tours available. Donations accepted. Tel. 204-739-5322 Fax: 204-739-2140 Location: 15 Station Lane at Main Street | |
| Box 71 ERIKSDALE, MB CANADA R0C 0W0 Tel: 204-739-5322/204-739-2140 Fax: 204-739-2140 | |
| Manitoba Historical Society Dalnavert Museum (PHS) (Manitoba Historical Society Dalnavert Museum) | |
| Dalnavert Museum (PHS) Built in 1895 for Sir Hugh John Macdonald (former Premier of Manitoba), this beautifully restored home is one of Western Canada's finest examples of Queen Anne Revival Architecture and is a designated Provincial and National Historic Site. The new Visitors' Centre features a well-appointed gift shop, auditorium space for meetings and events and free parking. The Museum is open Wednesday to Sunday year-round, hours change seasonally. Interpretive tours provided daily. Group tours should be booked at least one week in advance. Last tour 45 minutes before closing. Admission fee. Tel. 204-943-2835; fax: 204-943-2565; Website: www.mhs.mb.ca E-mail: dalnavert@mhs.mb.ca Location: 61 Carlton Street (south of Broadway) | |
| 61 Carlton Street WINNIPEG, MB CANADA R3C 1N7 Tel: 204-943-2835 Fax: 204-943-2565 Email: dalnavert@mhs.mb.ca Web: www.mhs.mb.ca | |
| Parc Joseph Royal (Culture (DB), Heritage and Tourism -- Historic Resources Branch) | |
| Parc Joseph Royal was the site of several important industries and businesses. Interpretive panels recount the history of a wool mill and the Provencher Bridge. Joseph Royal was a member of the earliest provincial Cabinet, Speaker of the 1871-72 legislature, founder of Le Métis newspaper in 1871, and author of the Bill establishing the University of Manitoba, of which he was the first vice-chancellor. In the 1870s and 1880s, he lived at 147 Provencher Boulevard. | |
| Main Floor, 213 Notre Dame Avenue WINNIPEG, MB CANADA R3B 1N3 Toll Free: 1-800-282-8069 Tel: 204-945-2205 Fax: 204-948-2384 Web: www.gov.mb.ca/chc/hrb/index.html | |
| Grey Nuns Walkway (Culture (DB), Heritage and Tourism -- Historic Resources Branch) | |
| Grey Nuns Walkway extends from the Promenade Taché to the Norwood Bridge. A series of plaques recount the history of the Grey Nuns, who arrived in 1844 and founded the St. Boniface General Hospital. | |
| Main Floor, 213 Notre Dame Avenue WINNIPEG, MB CANADA R3B 1N3 Toll Free: 1-800-282-8069 Tel: 204-945-2205 Fax: 204-948-2384 Web: www.gov.mb.ca/chc/hrb/index.html | |
 Qualico Family Centre(Assiniboine Park Conservancy) | |
| Qualico Family Centre; Designed to blend in with its natural surroundings, the Qualico Family Centre serves as a central gathering place for Park Visitors and is capable of accomodating a variety of events and activities, from Park programs and activites for children to corporate retreats and private celebrations. The Centre's meeting and banquet facilities include a 220-seat reception hall and boast state-of-the-art audio and video technology. Executive Chef Heiko Duehrsen has created a banquet menu featuring an impressive selection of savoury soups, delicious salads, sumptuous entrees, and tempting desserts. The Centre also features The Park Cafe restaurant which offers family-friendly breakfast and lunch menus that are both interesting and affordable. The Park Cafe is open 8am - 4pm daily.; General Info: 204-927-6000; Booking Weddings and Events: 204-927-6060 | |
| 55 Pavilion Crescent WINNIPEG, MB CANADA R3P 2N6 Tel: 204-927-6000 Email: info@assiniboinepark.ca Web: www.assiniboinepark.ca | |
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| Eskimo Museum (Eskimo Museum) | |
| Eskimo Museum has a collection of Inuit carvings and artifacts that are among the finest and oldest in the world dating from Pre-Dorset (1700 B.C.) through Dorset, Thule and modern Inuit times. Manitoba Heritage Council plaques commemorate the presence of Pre-Dorset and Dorset peoples who lived in this area from 3000 to 1000 B.C. The gift shop specializes in northern books, Canadian Inuit art, unique postcards, art cards, stationery and local wildberry preserves. Open year-round, in summer, Monday, 1 p.m.- 5 p.m., Tuesday to Saturday, 9 a.m.- noon and 1 p.m.- 5 p.m.; in winter, Monday to Saturday, 1 p.m.- 4:30 p.m.; closed Sundays and holidays. Groups of 10 or more by advance reservation. Donations accepted. Tel. 204-675-2030; fax: 204-675-2140. | |
| Box 10, 242 La Verendrye Avenue CHURCHILL, MB CANADA R0B 0E0 Tel: 204-675-2030 Fax: 204-675-2140 | |
| Virden Pioneer Home Museum Inc. (Virden Pioneer Home Museum Inc.) | |
| Virden Pioneer Home Museum. is a large brick home built in 1888 and furnished to depict life in the Victorian era. Open May to end of August, Monday to Saturday 10 am to 6 pm, or by appointment year-round. Closed Sundays. Admission charged.Tel. 204-748-1659 Location: 390 King Street W. | |
| 390 King Street W. Virden, MB CANADA Tel: 204-748-1659 Fax: 204-748-2501 Email: virden_pioneer_home@mts.net Web: http://virden.cimnet.ca | |
| 4-H Museum (R.M. of Roland) | |
| Roland With the building of the railroad in the late 1880s, homesteader Roland McDonald purchased a quarter section of land through which the rail line passed. Roland registered as the railway station in 1890. See Canada's only 4-H Museum displaying many artifacts of this far-reaching organization. Open July 1 to August 31, daily 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. or by appointment. Donations accepted. Tel. (204) 745-2008; Website: www.roland4hmuseum.ca E-mail: rol4hmus@mts.net Location: 72 - 3rd Street. | |
| Box 119 ROLAND, MB CANADA R0G 1T0 Tel: 204-343-2061 Fax: 204-343-2001 Email: rmroland@pmcnet.ca Web: www.rmofroland.com | |
| St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church (St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church) | |
| St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church A contemporary adaptation of traditional Byzantine-Ukrainian architecture, this church has brilliant stained-glass windows and a large mosaic of Christ on the façade. Services are held in Ukrainian and English. Tel. 204-582-6695; fax: 204-582-1068; Website: www.stnicholaschurch.ca E-mail: office@stnicholaschurch.ca Location: 737 Bannerman Avenue. | |
| 737 Bannerman Avenue WINNIPEG, MB CANADA R2X 1J9 Tel: 204-582-6695 Fax: 204-582-1068 Email: office@stnicholaschurch.ca Web: www.stnicholaschurch.ca | |
| Le Cercle Molière (Le Cercle Moliere) | |
| Le Cercle Molière Théâtre en français! Canada's oldest active theatre company produces four plays at the Théâtre du Cercle Molière, an intimate, café-style venue at 340 boulevard Provencher. Tel. 204-233-8053; fax: 204-233-2373; E-mail: info@cerclemoliere.com | |
| 340, boulevard Provencher WINNIPEG, MB CANADA R2H 0G7 Tel: 204-233-8053 Fax: 204-233-2373 Email: info@cerclemoliere.com Web: www.cerclemoliere.com | |
| Designated Provincial Heritage Sites (PHS) (Culture (DB), Heritage and Tourism -- Historic Resources Branch) | |
| Designated Provincial Heritage Sites Numerous Brandon buildings have been designated as provincial heritage sites which include the former Brandon Court House (1884) at 11th Street and Princess Avenue; the Paterson/Matheson House (1895); the former Brandon Normal School (1912-1918) at 1129 Queen's Avenue (now the provincial Agricultural Extension Centre); Display Building Number II (1913) located on the Provincial Exhibition Grounds, the former Merchants Bank (now the Brandon Chamber of Commerce) at 1043 Rosser Avenue, A.E. McKenzie Company Building at 30-9th Street and Villa Louise (1888) at 707 Louise Avenue. (PHS) | |
| Main Floor, 213 Notre Dame Avenue WINNIPEG, MB CANADA R3B 1N3 Toll Free: 1-800-282-8069 Tel: 204-945-2205 Fax: 204-948-2384 Web: www.gov.mb.ca/chc/hrb/index.html | |
| Souris Swinging Bridge (Town of Souris/CDC - Souris Glenwood) | |
| Souris is famous for its 102 year old 177 m/582 ft. free-suspension foot bridge over the Souris River. This bridge is the longest of its kind in Canada and was built by Squire Sowden. It is located next to Sowden's former residence, now Hillcrest Museum. Tel. 204-483-5200; fax: 204-483-5203; Web: www.sourismanitoba.com E-mail: sgcdc@mts.net | |
| Box 245 SOURIS, MB CANADA R0K 2C0 Tel: 204-483-3790 Fax: 204-483-2538 Email: sgmc@mymts.net Web: www.sourismanitoba.com | |
| Folklorama (Folklorama) | |
| Folklorama Travel the world with Folklorama, the largest and longest running festival of its kind in the world, named the 2009 Event of the Year by TIAC. Held annually in August, Folklorama features over 40 cultural pavilions where guests are treated to world-class cultural entertainment, delicious ethnic cuisine, exotic beverages, unique cultural displays and friendly ambassadors dressed in traditional ethnic attire. Tel. 204-982-6210; toll-free: 1-800-665-0234; fax: 204-943-1956; Website: www.folklorama.ca E-mail: info@folklorama.ca | |
| 2nd Floor, 183 Kennedy Street WINNIPEG, MB CANADA R3C 1S6 Toll Free: 1-800-665-0234 Tel: 204-982-6210 Fax: 204-943-1956 Email: info@folklorama.ca Web: www.folklorama.ca | |
| Wasagaming Townsite (PHS) (Culture (DB), Heritage and Tourism -- Historic Resources Branch) | |
| Wasagaming Townsite, on the south shore of Clear Lake, provides a variety of recreational activities including a fine 18-hole golf course, surfaced tennis courts, lawn bowling and canoeing. Motels, resorts, shops, restaurants, a cinema, campsites, a boat rental facility and a big dance hall are also found in the townsite. Two 1930s log buildings, the Park Theatre and the Wigwam Restaurant, are designated as provincial heritage sites. Wasagaming Weekend is a true family affair. (PHS) | |
| Main Floor, 213 Notre Dame Avenue WINNIPEG, MB CANADA R3B 1N3 Toll Free: 1-800-282-8069 Tel: 204-945-2205 Fax: 204-948-2384 Web: www.gov.mb.ca/chc/hrb/index.html | |
| International Peace Garden (International Peace Garden) | |
| International Peace Garden Located on the Manitoba/North Dakota border 24 km south of Boissevain, visitors are free to roam within the garden from one country to the other. The Peace Garden is more than flowers, summer camps and camping. It is dedicated to peace and home to informative sites such as our Conservatory, Interpretive Centre, North American Game Warden Museum and Peace Chapel. It is an amazing place for family gatherings, great meals and creating lasting memories. Our Garden is open year-around with the exception of the week between Christmas & New Years. Admission to enter park. Noted for exquisite landscaping, the garden features: A unique 5.5 m/18 ft working Floral Clock with nearly 3,000 flowers, run by GPS. The Peace Chapel features three walls of fossil-embellished Manitoba limestone with quotations from "people of peace." The September 11 Memorial displays 10 beams from the World Trade Center in the formal garden. The International Peace Tower’s height, 35 m/120 ft high, symbolizes the soaring ambitions of the early immigrants arriving from the four corners of the world to Canada and the United States in the 1800’s and 1900’s. The Carillon Bell Tower sounds every quarter-hour from 14 chimes. The bells range in weight from 250 lbs to 2,000 lbs, totalling 20 tons. The Historic Lodge is built of native stone and Manitoba timber by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the late 1930s. The CCC also built the dam and spillway that created Lake Udall. The International Music Camp has weekly sessions in band, choir, orchestra, dance, drama and other fine arts, during June and July. The Masonic Auditorium, built in the shape of the Masonic symbol which is square and compass, is the only building of its kind in the world. The North American Game Warden Museum is a joint initiative of Fish and Wildlife Officers from both Canada and the United States. In the rear courtyard is the Hall on Honors, the first memorial if its kind in the world dedicated to their brother and sister wildlife enforcement officers who have lost their lives while serving to protect natural resources. Stone monuments of every state and province are on display, listing their fallen officers. The Sunken Garden is an octagonal mosaic pattern of trees, flowering shrubs, perennials, annuals and paved walkways meandering around an impressive centered octagonal pond. Interpretive Centre and Conservatory, Gift Shop, Restaurant and Horticultural Library A year-around Interpretive Center houses a restaurant, conservatory, retail store and moderate horticulture library. The conservatory reveals 40 years of a 6,000 specimen collection of exotic trees, succulents and cacti. Africa is home to many of the plants. The collection was donated by Don Vitko of Minot, ND. It is the first of its kind in North Dakota and only the second in Manitoba. The Dedication Day was September 11, 2010. Identification Requirements The International Peace Garden does not require any identification for entrance. However, upon leaving the International Peace Garden, you will report to the port of entry of whichever country you are re-entering. At that time identification will need to be presented. US and Canadian citizens do not need a passport to visit the International Peace Garden. The ports of entry ask that you have two forms of identification, which are: 1. a photo ID (example: driver's license) 2. proof of citizenship (copy of a birth certificate) For children a birth certificate is the only form of identification that is needed. For further information, please call the port of entry that will be used upon leaving the International Peace Garden. Tel. 204-534-2510 Toll-free: 1-888-432-6733 Web: www.peacegarden.com | |
| Box 419 BOISSEVAIN, MB CANADA R0K 0E0 Toll Free: 1-888-432-6733 Tel: 204-534-2510/204-534-6964 Fax: 701-263-3169 Email: kathy@peacegarden.com Web: www.peacegarden.com | |
| Oak Hammock Marsh Interpretive Centre (Oak Hammock Marsh Interpretive Centre) | |
| Oak Hammock Marsh Interpretive Centre Come see why the Oak Hammock Marsh Interpretive Centre is the world's 'Best Environmental Experience'! Under the guidance of our friendly interpreters, you can trek over 30 kilometers of nature trails, take a guided tour of the marsh, go canoeing, view birds and wildlife, watch a film in our multimedia theatre, enjoy a meal in our café and check out our fun, interactive exhibits. Open daily year-round. Admission charged. Tel. 204-467-3300; toll-free: 1-888-50-MARSH; fax: 204-467-3311; Website: www.oakhammockmarsh.ca E-mail: ohmic@ducks.ca Location: 20 minutes north of Winnipeg at Hwys. 67 and 220. | |
| Box 1160 STONEWALL, MB CANADA R0C 2Z0 Toll Free: 1-888-50-MARSH Tel: 204-467-3300 Fax: 204-467-3311 Email: ohmic@ducks.ca Web: www.oakhammockmarsh.ca | |
| Canupawakpa Nature Trail (West Souris River Conservation District) | |
| The Canupawakpa Nature Trail winds for 1 km through riparian forest and bush and features rapids, beaver dams, towering elm, maple and ash trees and a wooden bridge over Oxbow Lake. Signs and brochures outline the story of its history. Open April to November. Tel. 204-877-3020; fax: 204-877-3090; Website: www.wsrcd.com Location: 2.3 km northeast of Reston. | |
| Box 339 RESTON, MB CANADA R0M 1X0 Tel: 204-877-3020 Fax: 204-877-3090 Web: www.wsrcd.com | |
| Lac du Bonnet & District Museum (Lac du Bonnet & District Museum) | |
| Located in the Hans Erickson (1936) log cabin, this museum is a unique orientation centre concept. Pre-historic artifacts, family and cultural traditions unique to this area. Open during summer months. Location: Halliday Park, 3 km north of Lac du Bonnet, junction of Hwy. 502 and 513 Mid-May - July open weekends 12-4; July - Septemper open Wednesday-Sunday 10-4 | |
| Box 47 SEVEN SISTERS FALL, MB CANADA R0E 1Y0 Tel: 204-345-8419 Email: leon.clegg@gmail.com | |
| Upper Fort Garry Gate (Culture (DB), Heritage and Tourism -- Historic Resources Branch) | |
| Upper Fort Garry Gate This is the only remnant remaining of Upper Fort Garry, built by the Hudson's Bay Company in the 1830s at the forks of the Red and Assiniboine rivers. The history of the site includes Ambroise Didyme Lepine's role in the Red River Resistance of 1869-70, which ended in the creation of Manitoba. Location: south of Broadway off Fort Street. | |
| Main Floor, 213 Notre Dame Avenue WINNIPEG, MB CANADA R3B 1N3 Toll Free: 1-800-282-8069 Tel: 204-945-2205 Fax: 204-948-2384 Web: www.gov.mb.ca/chc/hrb/index.html | |
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