Grain elevators were an important representation of the Canadian prairies from the beginning of their settlement.
Remembering and Recording COVID-19
We are working on an oral history project, interviewing individuals, and asking them to recount their experiences through COVID-19. Interested in being interviewed? If you are over 18 and were a resident of Manitoba during most of the pandemic, please email shareyourexperience19@gmail.com.
Some Minnedosa Metis History
The Town of Minnedosa, situated on the Little Saskatchewan River, is rich in Metis history.
Remembering Ste. Madeleine, Manitoba: A Metis Community
Ste. Madeleine was a Metis community formed in 1902 by Jules DeCorby. The community thrived for three decades until tragedy ensued.
The Cork Cliff District
Within the Mossey River Municipality once stood the Ukrainian settlement known as the Cork Cliff District founded in 1899 by eight Ukrainian peasants from Bukovyna and Galicia.
Wheelchair Rugby: A Winnipeg Invention
In 1976 in Winnipeg, MB, four individuals invented a new sport called "Murderball.” It was meant as an alternative to wheelchair basketball. Over time, this sport would evolve into “Wheelchair Rugby.”
The Brandon Zoo, an Attraction of the Past
The Brandon Zoological Gardens was an exciting attraction in Brandon, Manitoba, in the 1950s and 1960s. It was located at what is now known as the Provincial Exhibition Grounds in the city.
Become a Museum Curator in Canada | 5 Ways to Build Your Museum Career
So you want to become a curator. Here are five tips and tricks to help you on your way.
Ernest Thompson Seton: World Renowned Naturalist, Artist and Author and His Legacy in Carberry, Manitoba
Internationally-known author and naturalist Ernest Thompson Seton (1860-1946) spent a significant portion of his life on a homestead just outside of Carberry, Manitoba.