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| Lockport Heritage Park (Manitoba Conservation (MD)) | |
| Lockport Heritage Park is home to the Kenosewun (Cree for "there are many fishes") Centre, which houses tourist information, archaeological exhibits of Aboriginal horticultural artifacts, and audio-visual presentations on Aboriginal history and the history of Lockport. Scenic footpaths overlook St. Andrew's lock and dam, a national historic site. A provincial plaque commemorates the first farmers in the Red River Valley. Open May long weekend to September long weekend. Location: PTH 44, just east of the Lockport Bridge. | |
| 200 Saulteaux Cresc. WINNIPEG, MB CANADA R3J 3W3 Email: nrinfo@gov.mb.ca Web: www.manitobaparks.com |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Parks Canada Visitor Centre in Churchill (Parks Canada (Churchill Attractions) ) | |
| Parks Canada Visitor Centre in Churchill features exhibits about the human and natural history of the area. Staff provide information on the area, including Prince of Wales Fort National Historic Site, York Factory National Historic Site and Wapusk National Park of Canada. Interactive and interpretive programs as well as DVDs and videos are offered year-round. Admission charged for audio-visual and interpretive programs. Tel. 204-675-8863 Fax: 204-675-2026 Web: www.parkscanada.gc.ca E-mail: mannorth.nhs@pc.gc.ca Location: Churchill Heritage Railway Station | |
| Box 127 CHURCHILL, MB CANADA R0B 0E0 Tel: 204-675-8863 Fax: 204-675-2026 Email: mike.iwanowsky@pc.gc.ca Web: www.pc.gc.ca |
 Art Gallery of Southwestern Manitoba(Art Gallery of Southwestern Manitoba) | |
| The Art Gallery of Southwestern Manitoba is a non-profit public gallery offering art exhibitions of regional, national and international significance emphasizing contemporary art. The School of Art offers classes and workshops. Gift shop, art sales, lectures, tours available. Open year-round Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. and 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Thursday. Closed major holidays. Free admission. Tel. 204-727-1036; fax: 204-726-8139; Web: www.agsm.ca E-mail: info@agsm.ca Location: Unit 2, 710 Rosser Avenue. | |
| Unit 2, 710 Rosser Avenue BRANDON, MB CANADA R7A 0K9 Tel: 204-727-1036 Fax: 204-726-8139 Email: info@agsm.ca Web: www.agsm.ca | |
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| Lillian's Tea Room (Lillian's Tea Room) | |
| Come in for a friendly visit and coffee at Lillian’s Tea Room located in an old telephone building. This very small and quaint tea room serves homemade biscuits, muffins, scones and a variety of flavoured teas. Open year-round, 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Tuesday to Friday. Tel. (204) 873-2150. Location: 210 Broadway Street South. | |
| Box 171 CRYSTAL CITY, MB CANADA R0K 0N0 Tel: 204-873-2150 |
| Prairie Dog Central (Prairie Dog Central Railway) | |
| Prairie Dog Central Enjoy the yesteryear experience as you travel back in time in our turn-of-the-century vintage railway train, pulled by either an 1882 steam train or a 1958 diesel. Travel in comfort in our fully restored wooden coaches built between 1901 and 1913. Train operates May through September, holiday Mondays, special events, Halloween and Santa trains. Tel. 204-832-5259; fax: 1-866-751-2348 (toll-free North America); Website: pdcrailway.com E-mail: info@pdcrailway.com Location: Train leaves from Inkster Junction, 1 km north of Inkster Blvd., between Sturgeon Road and Route 90. | |
| PO Box 33021 RPO Polo Park WINNIPEG, MB CANADA R3G 3N4 Tel: 204-832-5259/ Email: info@pdcrailway.com Web: www.pdcrailway.com |
| Seven Oaks Memorial (Culture (DB), Heritage and Tourism -- Historic Resources Branch) | |
| Seven Oaks Memorial This memorial, erected by the Manitoba Historical Society, marks the site of the Battle of Seven Oaks (1816) in which Governor Robert Semple and 20 Selkirk settlers were slain by rival traders of the North West Company. Location: southeast corner of Main Street and Rupertsland 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 |
| Royal Canadian Mint (Royal Canadian Mint) | |
| Royal Canadian Mint Circulation coins for 75 countries around the world are produced here. Tours: from Labour Day to Victoria Day, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Tuesday through Saturday); from Victoria Day to Labour Day, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Monday through Sunday). Explore our on-site museum and boutique. Services offered in both official languages. Admission charged. Tel. 204-983-6429; toll-free: 1-877-WPG-MINT; fax: 204-255-5203; Website: www.mint.ca Location: 520 Lagimodière Boulevard. Monnaie Royale Canadienne La Monnaie fabrique les pièces de circulation pour 75 pays autour du monde! Visites guidées : De la Fête du Travail à la fête de la Reine : 9 h à 17 h (du mardi au samedi). De la fête de la Reine à la Fête du Travail : de 9 h à 17 h (du lundi au dimanche). Boutique et musée à explorer. Services offerts dans les deux langues officielles. Frais d’entrée. Réservez au : 204-983-6429; sans frais : 1-877-WPG-MINT; fax : 204-255-5203; site web : www.monnaie.ca; Endroit : 520, boulevard Lagimodière. | |
| 520 Lagimodiere Blvd. WINNIPEG, MB CANADA R2J 3E7 Toll Free: 1-877-WPG-MINT Tel: 204-983-6429 Fax: 204-255-5203 Email: wood@mint.ca Web: www.mint.ca |
| Medicine Rock (Assin KaMicha Bikisit) (Alonsa Conservation District) | |
| Medicine Rock Assin KaMicha Bikisit A traditional gathering place where Aboriginal people give offerings. The actual site has interpretive signage. Over 9,280 ac of the WMA is considered an endangered space and a 12.8 km/8 mi. riding trail traverses the Alonsa Wildlife Management Area. Tel. 204-767-2101; Web: www.mts.net/~alonsacd Location: 6 mi. southeast of Ste. Amelie on gravel road. | |
| Box 33 ALONSA, MB CANADA R0H 0A0 Toll Free: 1-888-698-7811 Tel: 204-767-2101 Fax: 204-767-2044 Email: alonsacd@mts.net Web: www.mts.net/~alonsacd |
| Emerson (Town of Emerson) | |
| Emerson The town is named after poet Ralph Waldo Emerson. The Tourist Information Centre houses displays interpreting The Boundary Commission Trail, the North West Mounted Police, the arrival of the first Mennonite settlers and a Trans-Canada kiosk. A larger-than-life statue of a North West Mounted Police officer commemorates the founding of the NWMP in 1873. Location: PTH 75 at the U.S. border. | |
| Box 340 EMERSON, 104 Church Street, MB CANADA R0A 0L0 Tel: 204-373-2002 Fax: 204-373-2486 |
| The Forks Market (The Forks North Portage Partnership) | |
| The Forks Market offers fresh and specialty foods plus more than 50 charming shops – housed in a fun and funky building that was originally a horse stable! Head to the Hayloft for handicrafts and one-of-a-kind items from clothing and artisan-inspired gifts to jewelry, toys and much more. The dining choices are endless. In a single visit, you’ll be faced with the challenge of choosing dishes from the four corners of the globe as well as the made-in-Manitoba specialties that have earned Winnipeg a reputation for culinary greatness! Dine indoors or out on our popular patios! Open year-round. Tel. 204-942-6302; Website: www.theforks.com | |
| 200 - 350 Portage Avenue WINNIPEG, MB CANADA R3C 0C3 Tel: 204-943-7752 Fax: 204-943-7915 | |
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| The Forks (The Forks North Portage Partnership) | |
| The Forks Welcome to Winnipeg’s most popular gathering place for shopping, dining and year-round fun and adventure! Located downtown at the junction of the Red and Assiniboine rivers, people have been making history here for thousands of years. By day or evening, enjoy acres of riverside attractions. Sample global menus and the finest fresh food, meet the merchants and explore shops you won’t find anywhere else. Or follow the beat of a different drummer and discover non-stop entertainment, rivertrails, parks and the beauty of our historic port. Tel. (204) 942-6302; Website: www.theforks.com | |
| 200 - 350 Portage Avenue WINNIPEG, MB CANADA R3C 0C3 Tel: 204-943-7752 Fax: 204-943-7915 | |
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| 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 |
| Keystone Pioneers Museum (Keystone Pioneers Museum) | |
| Keystone Pioneers Museum features pioneer agricultural artifacts, large collection of old machinery, log cabin used by forest rangers in Duck Mountain Provincial Park, Makaroff Church built in 1901, working sawmill and more. The Artifacts Building houses various theme rooms including hospital, general store, school, café, printing press. Opening Day, the last Sunday in May, includes a Pancake Breakfast. Show Day, July 10, 2011, includes threshing, log sawing, flour gristing, bread making, slow tractor race, vintage parade and more. Open May to September, 1 – 5 p.m. Monday to Thursday. Group tours by appointment. Tel. 204-937-2979 Web: www.kpmroblinmb.webs.com E-mail: keystonemuseum@gmail.com Location: 6 km east of Roblin on Hwy 5 | |
| Box 10 ROBLIN, MB CANADA R0L 1P0 Tel: 204-937-2979/204-773-2892 Email: keystonemuseum@gmail.com Web: kpmroblinmb.webs.com |
| Holland Emmanuel Historic Site (Holland Emmanuel Historic Site) | |
| Anglican Church built in 1894, designed by architect Andrew Maxwell and designated a Municipal Heritage Site. Stained glass windows are in memory of Holland residents, including Mr. A.C. Holland for whom the town is named after. Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. May long weekend to September long weekend. Tel. 204-526-2717. Location: 114 Barr Street | |
| Box 236 HOLLAND, MB CANADA R0G 0X0 Tel: 204-526-2717 Email: barrac@mts.net |
| The Pas Railway Station (Chamber of Commerce/The Pas & District) | |
| The Pas Railway Station, one of the largest in the province at the time of its construction in 1928, is designed with rare multi-coloured brickwork. Visitors still use it as their starting point for excursions to the arctic coastline. Tel. 204-623-2210. | |
| 1559 Gordon Ave. The Pas, MB CANADA Toll Free: 1-877-623-7268 Tel: 204-623-7256/204-623-7268 Fax: 204-623-4258 Email: tpchamber@mailme.ca Web: www.thepaschamber.com |
| St. Claude (CDC - St. Claude) | |
| The Saint-Claude Roman Catholic Church was designed by architect Etienne Gaboury who designed the Saint-Boniface Cathedral. With its long narrow tinted windows, the interior is as unconventional in concept as is its unusual exterior and surrounded by beautiful gardens. Open by appointment.
Tel. 204-379-2434; 204-379-2323
Location: 84 PR 240 South Saint-Claude has the world's second largest Smoking Pipe commemorating early settlers who came from Saint-Claude, Jura, France, whose main industry was the manufacturing of smoking pipes. Location: First Street The Dairy Museum of Manitoba features local dairying from early practices to modern processing, agricultural exhibits, a one-room school, a chapel museum and old CPR station. Open Monday to Friday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. in July and August. Admission charged. Tel. 204-379-2156, 204-379-2228 Location: Parc Mile 60 Park The Saint-Claude Cenotaph, inaugurated July 14, 1921, is dedicated to soldiers who died in wars throughout the world. Location: Taché Street Visit Saint-Claude Community Gardens, a kilometer of gardens where artists-gardeners gather to plant and maintain these local gardens, award winners of Communities in Bloom 2004. Parc Mile 60 Park is a new outdoor recreation area named for the 60-mile water tank used to fill the original steam engines coming from Winnipeg. The park offers four baseball grounds and soccer pitches and plans for volleyball, tennis and badminton facilities. It is also the site for the village campsite. The former gaol has been restored and is now open as a museum and tourist attraction. The building also houses the new Saint-Claude tourist office serving Saint-Claude and the region. Location: Hwy. 240 and 1st Street | |
| Box 334 St. Claude, MB CANADA R0G 1Z0 Tel: 204-379-2658/ Fax: 204-379-2072 Email: cdcstcl@mts.net Web: www.stclaude.ca |
| Bannock Point (Manitoba Conservation (MD)) | |
| Bannock Point features petroforms: stones laid out on the bedrock in the shapes of turtles, snakes, geometric designs and a Thunderbird. They are believed to have been made centuries ago by First Nations people for their value in teaching and healing ceremonies. Tel. 204-369-3157. Location: north of Pine Point Rapids. | |
| 200 Saulteaux Cresc. WINNIPEG, MB CANADA R3J 3W3 Email: nrinfo@gov.mb.ca Web: www.manitobaparks.com |
| Thunderbird Nest (Alonsa Conservation District) | |
| Thunderbird Nest The Thunderbird Nest was constructed to attract the Thunderbird as a guardian spirit. A trail leads to five beautiful hand-painted signs describing the legend and a rock formation of the nest depressed in the ground. The Ojibway (Anishinabe) people still perform ceremonies at the site. The legendary Thunderbird is often described as a super eagle, capable of transforming into a man, and able to cause lightning by the flashing of its eyes. It has been thought by the Aboriginals to be the guardian of mankind against his mortal enemy, the horned serpent of the underworld. Tel. 204-767-2101; Web: www.mts.net/~alonsacd Location: 3 km/2 mi. west of The Narrows on Hwy. 68. | |
| Box 33 ALONSA, MB CANADA R0H 0A0 Toll Free: 1-888-698-7811 Tel: 204-767-2101 Fax: 204-767-2044 Email: alonsacd@mts.net Web: www.mts.net/~alonsacd |
| Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site of Canada (Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site of Canada) | |
| Explore the beautifully restored stone heritage buildings at this intact Hudson's Bay Company fur trade centre on the banks of the Red River. Enjoy the authentic, colourful costumes and stories. Smell goods baking on the hearth fires, hear the blacksmith's hammer, touch the furs in the fur loft and participate in special events. See the Big House (Governor's home), furloft/saleshop, men's house, guest cottage, blacksmith's shop, farm manager's cottage, native encampment and York boat. The Visitor Reception Centre features a theatre, restaurant, gift shop and picnic shelter. Full programming at the historic site is available from May 15 to Labour Day. Site tours available to the end of September. Group programs, meetings, dinners by pre-registration all year. Special programs for Halloween in October and Christmas in December. Admission charged. Tel. 204-785-6050 Toll-free: 1-888-773-8888 Web: www.parkscanada.gc.ca/garry E-mail: LFGNHS.info@pc.gc.ca Location: 15 min north of Winnipeg on PTH 9 | |
| 5925 Highway 9 St. Andrews, MB CANADA R1A 4A8 |
| Joie de Vivre Manitoba (CDEM) | |
| Découvrez la Joie de Vivre du Manitoba La meilleure façon de découvrir cette Joie de vivre est de se laisser emporter par la chaleur, l'hospitalité et l’histoire émouvante des francophones du Manitoba. Vous serez épatés par le dynamisme de cette communauté parsemée majoritairement dans le sud de la province, de Saint-Lazare dans l’ouest à Saint-Georges à l’est en passant par Winnipeg et ses quartiers francophones : Saint-Boniface, Saint-Vital et Saint-Norbert. Pour en savoir plus sur chacune des communautés, visitez www.joiedevivremanitoba.com ---------------------------------------- Discover Manitoba’s Joie de Vivre The best way to experience this Joie de vivre is to bask in the warmth, hospitality and poignant history of Manitoba’s Francophones. You will be amazed by the vitality of this community scattered mostly across the south of the province, from St. Lazare in the west to St. Georges in the east, and including Winnipeg and its francophone neighbourhoods of St. Boniface, St. Vital and St. Norbert. For more information on each Manitoba community, visit www.joiedevivremanitoba.com | |
| 2nd Floor, 614 Des Meurons Street WINNIPEG, MB CANADA R2H 2P9 Toll Free: 1-800-990-2332 Tel: 204-925-2320 Fax: 204-237-4618 Web: www.joiedevivremanitoba.com | |
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| St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Church (PHS) (Culture (DB), Heritage and Tourism -- Historic Resources Branch) | |
| Dolyny The great wave of Ukrainian immigration to Manitoba between 1896 and 1914 brought new architectural forms to the Prairies. St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Church is located in the beautiful rolling hills near Riding Mountain National Park. The church is a rare example of a domed Ukrainian church constructed of logs. Location: PR 566, 11.5 km from Menzie. (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 |
| Fairbanks House, Anglican Church, Bell (Culture (DB), Heritage and Tourism -- Historic Resources Branch) | |
| Fairbanks House, still a family home, was built in 1882 of local fieldstone. The Anglican Church was built in 1876 (corner of Church and 1st Street); while the bell of St. Andrews United Church originally hung in Grace Church in Winnipeg, where it welcomed Colonel Garnet Wolseley's force to the Red River Settlement in 1870. | |
| 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 |
| 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 |
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