Manitoba’s Historic Sites
Manitoba is a province rich in history and culture. I’ve always thought my province was a melting pot of people. The northern part of Manitoba is home too Beluga Whales, Polar Bears, and Forts that were pivotal in the fur trade era. Southern Manitoba is full of rich culture. You will want to visit The Forks, The Exchange district, and the West end of Winnipeg. Don’t forget to grab a meal in the west end. Delicious authentic cuisine can be found on every corner. You gotta eat here! Throughout Manitoba, you can find Museums, Churches, and Parks. Visit the heart of Canada and enjoy all there is to see in Friendly Manitoba.
Places
Prince of Wales Fort National Historic Site
Canada
Prince of Whales Fort is a Historic Bastion fort on Hudson Bay across the Churchill River.
York Factory National Historic Site
Manitoba
I was fortunate to have had the opportunity to visit this historic site on a work trip years ago. York Factory is a huge fur trade hub for more than 250 years. It was the gateway to vast interior for British trade goods.
The Forks National Historic Site
Winnipeg, Manitoba
At the place where generations of people have met for 6,000 years or more.
Pimachiowin Aki World Heritage Site
Manitoba & Ontario
Located at the heart of Canada’s boreal forest, Pimachiowin Aki is one of the world’s most diverse landscapes, and a place that provides exceptional testimony to an ancient culture that thrives today.
Manitoba Agricultural Museum
Austin, Manitoba
Walk in the footsteps of the Pioneers and experience Manitoba rural heritage!
Riel House National Historic Site
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Explore the life of Louis Riel and his struggle to protect the Métis.
Fort Gibraltar
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Fort Gibraltar was a North West Company fur trade fort originally built in 1810.
Private: Winnipeg River Heritage Museum
St-Georges, Manitoba
We,the People of the River.Nous, les gens de la Riviere. Giinawind bemaadiziyang Ziibiing.
Transcona Museum
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Former Bank of Toronto & Transcona Municipal Offices. City of Winnipeg Heritage Site.
Old St. Andrews Church
Saint Andrews, Manitoba
We are the oldest church in Western Canada with services every week. Built in 1849.
Winnipeg’s West End
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Winnipeg has the best food, culture and cuisine and that can all be found here in the west end. The Exchange district Biz offers the best food and art tours. The food is authentic and amazing and the art wins hearts. A must when visiting Winnipeg!
St. Boniface Heritage Garden
Winnipeg, Manitoba
In the heart of Winnipeg across from the Historic Forks and the Canadian Museum for Human ...
Private: St. Andrew’s Rectory National Historic Site
St. Andrews, Manitoba
The Rectory’s distinctive Red River architecture
Historical Museum of St. James-Assiniboia
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Explore the 1856 Red River Frame House, 1911 Municipal Hall, and 1890s Interpretive Centre
Riding Mountain Park East Gate Registration Complex National Historic Site
Onanole, Manitoba
1930s-style National Park gate
Le Musée de Saint-Boniface Museum
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Proud Métis and French Canadian Historical Museum
Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site
St. Andrews, MB
Fort that was Hudson’s Bay Company's home and a hub for First Nations trappers.
Miami Railway Station Museum
Miami, Manitoba
National historic site depicting life as a rural station agent in Manitoba
Private: Minnedosa Museum and Heritage Village
Minnedosa, Manitoba
Step back in time by touring nine fully restored buildings.
McCreary Museum
McCreary, Manitoba
McCreary Museum includes the CNR Railway Station and the Canal School with many interesting artifacts and stories to share.
Stonewall Quarry Park
Stonewall, Manitoba
A former limestone quarry and its kilns are the focus of Stonewall Quarry Park.
Road Map
Canada to Stonewall, Manitoba
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