Wasyl Negrych Pioneer Homestead (PHS)

Wasyl Negrych Pioneer Homestead, one of the most impressive folk sites in North America, contains the oldest known Ukrainian-style house in Manitoba and the most complete set of period farmyard buildings in the province. Constructed in 1899, there are 10 log buildings. The 1908 bunkhouse contains a rare example of a traditional Ukrainian clay bake-oven and is the only known structure to feature a long-shingle wooden roof. This is a historical site recognized by the Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada. Admission charged.

Open daily July and August, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Tel. 204-548-2326
Location: 17 km/10 mi. north of Gilbert Plains, then turn east on Negrych Road.
  • Guided package/tour
  • Manitoba History
  • Provincial Heritage Site
  • National Historic Site