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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 .
COMMEMORATE CANADA 150 AT THE MANITOBA MUSEUM .
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