This guide features the city’ s most noteworthy galleries, antique and crafts shops. For additional shopping listings see page 14. While best efforts have been made to ensure accuracy, hours and information may change without notice. See maps beginning on page 35.
EXHIBITION GALLERIES
ACEARTINC Local contemporary artists whose work is non-commercial, experimental or multi-disciplinary in nature and professional in quality. Tue-Sat noon-5 pm. Free admission. 290 McDermot Ave, 2nd floor, 204-944-9763, aceart. org, Map 1: O-4
BUHLER GALLERY This gallery exhibits Canadian and local visual artists and aims to engage visitors with visual arts programming, music, readings, and performances. Mon-Fri 10 am-8 pm, Sat & Sun 12 pm-4 pm. St. Boniface Hospital, 409 Taché Ave, 204-235-3392, galeriebuhlergallery. ca, Map 1: P-6
THE EDGE GALLERY AND URBAN ART CENTRE Artist-run space that showcases modern works from local artists, many of whom work on-site. Mon 6 pm-8 pm, Fri-Sun 2 pm-6 pm. Tue-Thu by appt. 210-611 Main St, 204-947-2992, edgevillage. com, Map 1: N-4
LA GALERIE Exhibitions of contemporary art by Manitoba and Canadian artists. Mon-Fri 8 am-11 pm, Sat & Sun 9 am-10 pm. Free admission. Centre culturel franco-manitobain, 340 Provencher Blvd, 204-233-8972, ccfm. mb. ca, Map 1: P-6
GALLERY 1C03 University of Winnipeg gallery displays contemporary and experimental programming. Mon-Fri 12 pm-4 pm, Sat 1 pm-4 pm. Free admission, 1st floor, Centennial Hall, University of Winnipeg, 515 Portage Ave, 204-786-9253, uwinnipeg. ca / art-gallery, Map 1: P-2
GRAFFITI GALLERY Aerosol spray paintings on large canvasses displayed in a funky warehouse space. Mon & Thu 9:30 am-9 pm, Tue, Wed, Fri 9:30 am-5 pm. Free admission. 109 Higgins Ave, 204-667-9960, graffitigallery. ca, Map 1: M-5
LA MAISON DES ARTISTES VISUELS FRANCOPHONES Features artwork by local Francophone artists, housed in the historical former St. Boniface city hall. Wed, Fri, Sat 12 pm-5 pm; Thu 12 pm-7 pm. 219 Provencher Blvd, 204- 237-5964, Map 1: P-6
LANTERN Narrow Exchange District art gallery near Chinatown features contemporary artwork by local and international artists. Seasonal from Mar to Sept. Fri 7 pm-10 pm, Sat 1 pm-5 pm. 211 Pacific Ave, 204-226-2357, lanternshow. com, Map 1: N-4
MARTHA STREET STUDIO This hands-on Exchange District studio exhibits work and offers a behind-thescenes look at print making, silk screening and etching. Tues-Fri 10 am-5 pm, Sat 12 pm-5 pm. Artworks and Studio Editions are also for sale in the gallery. 11 Martha St, 204-779-6253, printmakers. mb. ca, Map 1: N-4
MENNONITE HERITAGE CENTRE GALLERY A multilevel gallery at the Canadian Mennonite University that prides itself on showcasing art from myriad cultures. Exhibits are often based on religious and humanitarian issues. Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm, Sat 12 pm-5 pm. 600 Shaftesbury Blvd, 204-888-6781, gallery. mennonitechurch. ca, Map 2: E-2
MENTORING ARTISTS FOR WOMEN’ S ART( MAWA) Non-profit organization supporting intellectual and creative development of women in the visual arts. The gallery exhibits local and Canadian artists. Wed-Fri 10 am-4 pm. 611 Main St, 204-949-9490, mawa. ca, Map 1: M-5
PLATFORM CENTRE FOR PHOTOGRAPHIC AND DIGITAL ARTS Located on the main floor of the Artspace building in the heart of the Exchange District. This oneroom gallery exhibits photographic, digital arts projects, and rotating exhibitions. Mon-Wed, Fri-Sat 12 pm-5 pm, Thu 12 pm-7:30 pm. Free admission. 121-100 Arthur St, 204-942-8183, platformgallery. org, Map 1: O-4 art & antiques
PLUG IN INSTITUTE OF CONTEMPORARY ART One of the country’ s most innovative exhibition galleries. Canada’ s first ICA, it has exhibited local and international work since 1972. Tue, Wed, Fri 12 pm-6 pm, Thu 12 pm-8 pm, Sat & Sun 12 pm-5 pm. Free admission. Unit 1-460 Portage Ave, 204-942-1043, plugin. org, Map 1: P-2
WAG @ THEPARK The Pavilion Gallery Museum at Assiniboine Park is home to the largest collections of works by Ivan Eyre, Walter J. Phillips, and Clarence Tillenius. The Pavilion also features visiting exhibitions year-round. Tue-Sun 10 am-5 pm. Free admission. Assiniboine Park, 55 Pavilion Cres, 204-927-6000, Map 2: D-3
WINNIPEG ART GALLERY Nine galleries feature constantly changing exhibitions of local, Canadian and international art, including works from its own collection of contemporary Inuit art. WAG members free, adults $ 18, seniors / students $ 14, children 5 and under free, family $ 46. Tue-Sun 11 am-5 pm, Fri 11 am-9 pm. 300 Memorial Blvd, 204-786-6641, wag. ca, Map 1: P-3
OTHER EXHIBITION GALLERIES Blankstein Art Gallery, free admission, 2nd floor, Millennium Library, 251 Donald St, 204-986-6450, Map 1: P-4; Outworks Gallery, free admission, 3rd floor, 290 McDermot Ave, 204-949-0274, Map 1: O-4; Semai Gallery, free admission, basement corridor, 264 McDermot Ave, 204-943-2446, Map 1: O-4
INDIGENOUS & INUIT ART
CANADIAN PLAINS GALLERY Showcasing original local Indigenous art, both contemporary and traditional pieces. Paintings, sculpture, jewellery, pottery, etchings, and birch bark biting. Mon-Fri 9:30 am-4:30 pm. 106-181 Higgins Ave, main floor, 204-943-4972, Map 1: M-4
FOUR DIRECTIONS TRADING INC Featuring handicrafts from Manitoban and Canadian First Nations. Silver and turquoise jewellery, leather clothing, moccasins and mukluks, headdresses, blankets and powwow music. Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm. The Marlborough Hotel, 331 Smith St, 204-953-8160, Map 1: O-3
NUNAVUT GALLERY City’ s only gallery specializing in Inuit sculpture, drawings and wall hangings by renowned artists from across northern Canada. More than 550 polar bear sculptures. Mon-Sat 10 am-5 pm. 603 Corydon Ave, 204-478-7233, nunavutgallery. com, Map 1: T-3
URBAN SHAMAN Not-for-profit Exchange District gallery featuring contemporary Indigenous art in a variety of media. With each exhibit, artist talks and / or workshops are held. Tue-Sat 12 pm-5 pm. 203-290 McDermot Ave, 204-942-2674, urbanshaman. org, Map 1: O-4
WINNIPEG TRADING POST A vast assortment of Indigenous handcrafted products. Stocks craft supplies including beads, leather and furs. Mon-Fri 10:30 am-5:30 pm, Sat 10:30 am-4 pm. 1128 Main St, 204-947-0513, winnipegtradingpost. com, Map 1: K-5
ANTIqUES
JOHNSTON TERMINAL ANTIQUE MALL Largest multi-dealer mall in the city with more than 40 dealers represented. Everything from large antique pieces to specialized collectibles. Johnston Terminal at The Forks, lower level, 204-947-3952, Map 1: Q-5
MIKE’ S GENERAL STORE Quaint store featuring collectibles from the last century. Model trains, tin toys, vintage advertisements and Coke memorabilia are all packed inside an unmistakable exterior. 52 St. Anne’ s Rd, 204-255-3463, Map 2: E-5
OLD HOUSE REVIVAL COMPANY Explore more than 12,000 square feet at this shop specializing in reclaimed antique and vintage fixtures, furniture, doors, windows and accessories. 324 Young St, 204-477-4286 Map 1: P-2
SELIM’ S ANTIQUES Known for more than 45 years for their buy, sell and trade market. Carries quality furniture, silver, china, glass, dolls, toys, figurines and paintings. Also consulting, appraisals and rentals. 801 Corydon Ave, 204-284-9886, selimsantiques. com, Map 1: T-2
SIMPLY BEAUTIFUL
The Stoneware Gallery- part of Manitoba’ s cultural heritage
Artist Steve Jorgenson
778 Corydon Ave.( 204) 475-8088 www. stonewaregallery. com
INUIT ART Winnipeg’ s Largest Gallery of Inuit Art featuring more than 550 bear sculptures!
Dancing Bear by Joannie Ragee
Raven Silhouette IV by Kenojuak Ashevak
Sculpture, drawings, prints and wall hangings, featuring leading and emerging Canadian artists.
Now featuring polar bears and older sculptures from the Canadian
Arctic.
Owl with Chick by Joanasie Manning
www. nunavutgallery. com 603 Corydon Ave. 204-478-7233 Minutes from downtown
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