ESSENTIALS
MUSEUMS / HISTORICAL
CANADIAN MUSEUM FOR HUMAN RIGHTS The first museum dedicated solely to the history, evolution, celebration, and future of human rights. This national museum aims to educate and inspire Canadians to take action against hate and oppression, working towards a better world. Mar-Apr: The CMHR marks Canada’ s 150th anniversary with a collection of artifacts that tell the story of confederation. Open Tue, Thu-Sun 10 am-5 pm, Wed 10 am-9 pm. Admission: $ 18 / adult, $ 9 / youth, $ 14 / students and seniors, $ 50 / family, children under 7 free. $ 5 admission on Wednesday evenings, free admission on the first Wednesday of each month. 85 Israel Asper Way, 204‐289‐2000 or 1‐877‐877‐6037, Map 1: Q-5
DALNAVERT MUSEUM The restored home of Sir Hugh John Macdonald, former Premier of Manitoba, is one of Winnipeg’ s finest examples of Queen Anne Revival architecture. The lavish interior is decorated with period antiques dating back to the Victorian era. Call ahead for guided tours. 50 minute audio tours, styled as an audio play, available for $ 11. Open Wed-Sun 12 pm-4 pm. Adults $ 6, seniors / students $ 5, children $ 4, groups of 10 or more $ 4 each. 61 Carlton St, 204‐943‐2835, friendsofdalnavert. ca, Map 1: Q-4
GABRIELLE ROY HOUSE Tour the family home of famed Francophone author Gabrielle Roy and see the rooms and views made famous through her writing, including the novel Rue Deschambault( Street of Riches). Open Wed-Sun 1 pm-4 pm. Adults $ 8, seniors / students / youth $ 5, families $ 20. 375 rue Deschambault, 204-231‐3853, Map 1: P-7
MANITOBA ELECTRICAL MUSEUM & EDUCATION CENTRE Explore the history of electricity in Manitoba from the 1800s to the future. Interactive and interesting exhibits include a replica turn-of-the-last-century tram car and a towering robot made of 50 home appliances. Free admission and personal tours. Mon-Thu 1 pm-4 pm and by appointment. 680 Harrow St, 204-360-7905, Map 2: E-4
THE MANITOBA MUSEUM Start amid a stampeding buffalo hunt and travel through Manitoba’ s history at this celebrated museum. Gaze up at towering dinosaurs, walk the deck of the famous Nonsuch ketch, watch a silent movie in 1920s Winnipeg and explore the ancient Ordovician Sea that once covered Churchill. Explore the Arctic / Sub-Arctic gallery, and learn about Manitoba’ s barren northland. Tue-Fri 10 am-4 pm, Sat & Sun 11 am5 pm. Adult $ 11, senior / youth / student $ 9, under 3 free. Centennial Centre, 190 Rupert Ave, 204-956‐2830 or 204‐943‐3139, Map 1: N-4
MANITOBA SPORTS HALL OF FAME Whether it’ s curling or hockey, golf or softball, Manitoba has been the breeding ground for some great athletes. Here you’ ll see their smiling portraits, signed jerseys, vintage equipment and other artifacts including the AVCO Cup and Clara Hughes’ s bike from the‘ 96 Olympics. Take a look at the evolution of sport in Manitoba, from uniforms to stadiums. Open Wed-Sat 10 am-4 pm. Admission by donation. 145 Pacific Ave, 204‐925‐5736, Map 1: N-4
ST. BONIFACE MUSEUM Discover the history of the early days of Winnipeg’ s Francophone community. The building is the oldest in Winnipeg, and the largest oak log structure in all of North America. Inside, the museum depicts the day-to-day lives of the French and Métis people of the early Red River Settlement. A statue honouring Louis Riel stands on the front lawn of the building, which was once the Grey Nuns’ Convent. Mon-Fri 10 am-4 pm, Sat 12 pm-4 pm. Adults $ 6.75, youth $ 4.50, seniors / students $ 5.50, children under 5 free, family $ 16. 494 Taché Ave, 204‐237‐4500, Map 1: P-6
WINNIPEG POLICE MUSEUM See artifacts showing the history of the Winnipeg police force. Displays include an exhibit of the Winnipeg General Strike of 1919, original bomb suits and a 1925 police patrol wagon. Wed-Fri 10 am-3 pm. Group tours available. Free admission. Winnipeg Police Headquarters, 245 Smith St, 204‐986‐3976, Map 1: P-4
Legacies
OF CONFEDERATION
A NEW LOOK AT MANITOBA HISTORY
MUSEUMS / TRANSPORTATION
AIR FORCE HERITAGE PARK & MUSEUM The largest outdoor park of its kind in Canada features 13 aircraft tracing the history of military flight in Canada, ranging from a Second World War aircraft to a CF-5 fighter. See rare artifacts including one of only twelve remaining Battle of Britain Lace Tapestries in the world. Call for hours or to book a guided tour. Free. The Air Command Air Force Way, north of Sharp Blvd, 204‐833‐2500, ext 4578, Map 2: D-2
ROYAL AVIATION MUSEUM OF WESTERN CANADA Learn the history of aviation in Canada with displays of vintage aircraft and artifacts. See archival aircraft manuals, aircraft from the Canadian military deployment during the Korean war, and models of the water bombers used to fight forest fires here in Manitoba. Mon-Fri 9:30 am-4:30 pm, Sat 10 am-5 pm, Sun noon-5 pm. Adult $ 10, senior / student $ 7.50, children( 3-12) $ 5, family $ 20. 958 Ferry Rd, Hangar T-2, 204-786‐5503, Map 2: C-2
WINNIPEG RAILWAY MUSEUM The railway played a major role in the development of this city and the museum’ s goal is to preserve that heritage. Among other artifacts the museum is home to the first steam locomotive on the Canadian prairies, The Countess of Dufferin. To Mar 31: Mon, Tue, & Thu 10 am-2 pm, Sat-Sun 11 am-4 pm. From Apr 1: open daily 10 am-4 pm. Adult $ 5, youth 6-16 $ 3, youth 5 and under free. VIA Rail Station, 123 Main St, 204‐942‐4632, Map 1: Q-5
NATURE
ASSINIBOINE PARK ZOO Prim peacocks, monkeys, prairie dogs, camels and tigers call the zoo home. Walk through a tunnel underneath swimming polar bears into the Journey to Churchill exhibit, which features arctic species and teaches about biodiversity and conservation. Daily 9 am-4 pm. Adult $ 19.75, senior / youth $ 17.50( 60 + and 13-17), children $ 10.50, under 3 free. * Gates close 30 min before official closing. Assiniboine Park, 2595 Roblin Blvd, 204-927-6000, Map 2: D-3
Discover the iconic artifacts and specimens that tell the story of the effects of Confederation on the Red River people and the land that would become Manitoba.
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