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ESSENTIALS MANITOBA LEGISLATIVE BUILDING  Tour the grand building where the province’s decision-makers meet. Selfguided tours daily 8 am-8 pm. Broadway and Osborne St, 204-945‑3636, Map 1: Q-3 ST. BONIFACE BASILICA  The dramatic façade is all that is left of the original St. Boniface Cathedral-Basilica, which was destroyed by fire in 1968. Its cemetery includes the graves of many important Manitoba figures, including Louis Riel. 190 ave de la Cathédrale, 204-233‑7304, Map 1: P-6 UNION STATION  Built in 1911, the building was designed by the same architects behind New York’s Grand Central Station. Today this is still the Winnipeg station for VIA Rail. 123 Main St, Map 1: P-4 EATON’S E L A T Y R I FA ETTES VIGN ION LIDAY TRADIT O H G E IP N IN W 17 EXPERIENCE A JANUARY 8, 20 BER 12, 2016 – OVEM ON DISPLAY N UPPER FORT GARRY PARK  Central to some of Winnipeg’s most memorable events of the fur trade era, all that remains of this Hudson’s Bay Company fort is the gate itself. A newly constructed park features historical plaques explaining the fort’s significance. Broadway and Main St across from The Forks, upperfortgarry.com, Map 1: Q-4 MUSEUMS CANADIAN MUSEUM FOR HUMAN RIGHTS  Years in the making, Winnipeg’s newest landmark is 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 in working towards a better world. Open Tue-Sun 10 am-5 pm. Admission: $18/adult, $9/youth, $14/students and seniors, $50/family, children under 7 free. 85 Israel Asper Way, 204‑289‑2000 or 1‑877‑877‑6037, Map 1: Q-5 DALNAVERT MUSEUM  See how the city’s upper crust lived at this turn-of-the-last-century home. 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. 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 45 Forks Market Road 204.924.4000 childrensmuseum.com 93;5>CQ 8B9CD=1C  1B?< (5149>7C  Begins December 8th 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 with special guest readers 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. Open Tue-Fri 10 am-4 pm, Sat & Sun 11 am-5 pm. Call or visit manitobamuseum.ca for admission rates. 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. Open Wed-Sat 10 am-4 pm. Admission by donation. 145 Pacific Ave, 204‑925‑5736, Map 1: N-4 ROYAL AVIATION MUSEUM OF WESTERN CANADA  Learn the history of aviation in Canada with displays of vintage aircraft and artifacts. Kids will enjoy SKYWAYS, a hands-on aviation exhibit. Mon-Fri 9:30 am-4:30 pm, Sat 10 am-5 pm, Sun noon-5 pm. Adult $7.50, senior/student $5, children (3-12) $3, family $18. 958 Ferry Rd, Hangar T-2, 204-786‑5503, Map 2: C-2 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. Depicts the day-to-day lives of the French and Métis people of the early Red River Settlement. Mon-Fri 10 am-4 pm, Sat 12 pm-4 pm. Adults $6.75, seniors/students $5.50, youth $4.50, children under 5 free, family $16. 494 Taché Ave, 204‑237‑4500, Map 1: P-6 Holiday lighting from the 1880’s to today November 14 December 29, 2016 Manitoba Electrical Museum Free admission and parking 680 Harrow Street, Wpg MB Call 204-360-7905 for details or visit www.hydro.mb.ca/museum Call 204-943-2835 or email [email protected] to reserve your tickets 61 carlton street www.DalnavertMuseum.ca Open Wed - Sun 12:00 - 4:00 pm NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2016 where.ca 33