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Winnipeg & Area Museums
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    Western Canada Aviation Museum
    Learn the history of aviation in Canada with displays of vintage aircraft and artifacts. Of special interest is a replica of the Avrocar flying saucer. Kids will also enjoy SKYWAYS, a hands-on aviation exhibit. Special exhibits include Magazines: Life Before TV and the Don Fonger Exhibit.
    Address: 958 Ferry Rd, Hangar T-2 Winnipeg  Manitoba
    Telephone 1 204 786-5503 
     

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    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 Colony.
    Address: 494 Taché Ave Winnipeg  Manitoba
    Telephone 1 204 237-4500 
     

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    Manitoba Sports Hall of Fame
    The province's long history of athletic excellence is celebrated with biographies of inductees and informative exhibits on sport in Manitoba. Free.
    Address: The Bay, Portage Ave & Memorial Blvd, 5th floor Winnipeg  Manitoba
    Telephone 1 204 774-0002 
     

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    Transcona Historical Museum
    The Transcona Historical Museum has as its vision to maintain and promote the history, stories and community spirit of Transcona. Exhibits explore the origins of Transcona and the accomplishments of its citizens. Visitors can learn about our railway heritage, veterans, community builders and The Greatest Transconians. There are also extensive archaeology and lepidoptera collections. Education programs for all ages can be arranged by appointment. Summer hours Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m and regular hours Tuesday-Friday 12:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m, Saturday 10:00 a.m.-5:00p.m.
    Address: 141 Regent Ave West Winnipeg  Manitoba
    Telephone 1 204 222-0423 
     

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    Cook's Creek Heritage Museum
    Dedicated to the oldest Galician settlement in Canada, this seven-building museum pays homage to early Slavic pioneer settlements. Explore the restored pioneer home, chapel, barn, farm machinery and religious artifact display. Festivities include Folk Art Day in June and Heritage Day in August.
    Address: NE 13-12-5E Cooks Creek Oakbank  MB  CAN  R0E 0K0
    Send an Email Send an Email Telephone 1 204 444-4448 
     

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    Manitoba Electrical Museum
    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 appliances. Free admission and personal tours.
    Address: 680 Harrow St Winnipeg  Manitoba
    Telephone 1 204 477-7905 
     

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    Air Force Heritage Park & Museum
    The largest outdoor park of its kind in Canada features 14 aircraft tracing the history of military flight in Canada, ranging from a World War II aircraft to a CF5 fighter. The museum features a collection of rare artifacts, three Victoria crosses, and the Battle of Britain lace tapestry. Free. Museum open by appointment only.
    Address: Air Force Way, north of Sharp Blvd Winnipeg  Manitoba
    Telephone 1 204 833-2500 
     

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    Jewish Heritage Centre of Western Canada
    Home to the Marion and Ed Vickar Jewish Museum, the first museum of its kind in Canada. Features permanent exhibit Diversity and Vitality: The Jewish Experience in Western Canada. Mon-Tue & Fri, Sun noon-4 pm, Wed-Thu noon-8 pm.
    Address: Asper Jewish Community Campus Winnipeg  MB
    Telephone 1 204 477-7466 
     

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    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.
    Address: VIA Rail Station, 123 Main St Winnipeg  Manitoba
    Telephone 1 204 942-4632 
     
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    The Fire Fighter's Museum

    This museum focuses on the endeavors of the men and women who protect the city of Winnipeg from killer conflagrations. It was an active fire hall until 1990. They showcase fire fighting vehicles that date as far back as 1882.
    Address: 56 Maple Street Winnipeg  MB  Canada  R3B 0Y8
    Send an Email Send an Email Telephone 1 204 942-4817 
     

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    Costume Museum of Canada
    Take a unique glimpse into the past at this museum of historical fashion, the only one of its kind in Canada. Select items from the museum's extensive collection of 35,000 historic costumes and artifacts are on display. This summer's exhibit includes costume displays from 50 years of Rainbow Stage. "Over the Rainbow" delves into trends in theatre costuming, period costumes and includes pieces from The Wizard of Oz, 42nd Street, Crazy for You, Fiddler on the Roof and West Side Story. There is also a pioneer home and Prairie Crocus Victorian-style tea room on-site.
    Address: Thirty minutes east of downtown, Hwy 15 and PR 206 in Dugald Winnipeg  Manitoba
    Telephone 1 204 853-2166 
     

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    The Manitoba Museum

    History comes to life in the Museum’s nine permanent galleries. Watch a magnificent polar bear as he waits under Northern lights for daylight to break; climb aboard the Nonsuch, a famous replica of the 17th century ship responsible for the founding of the Hudson’s Bay Company; or travel back in time to the roaring 20’s. With many travelling and temporary exhibits, there’s always something new to learn at this museum.
    Address: 190 Rupert Avenue Winnipeg  MB  Canada  R3B 0N2
    Send an Email Send an Email (11) Telephone 1 204 956-2830 
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    Manitoba Children's Museum

    The children can be anything they want at this fun hands-on museum. There are exciting and educational galleries at every turn, with something for every age.
    Address: Kinsmen Building, 45 Forks Market Road Winnipeg  MB  R3C 4T6
    Send an Email Send an Email Telephone 1 204 924-4000 
     

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    Living Prairie Museum
    Take a trip back through time to witness what the prairie was like before settlement and urbanization. This museum teaches Manitoba history and ecology through guided hikes and exhibits in its interpretive centre. Among the 160 species of prairie plants on-site are waist-high grasses and wildflowers, as well as many prairie animals. Open Sundays only. Free, fee for pre-booked guided tours.
    Address: 2795 Ness Ave Winnipeg  Manitoba   R3J 3S4
    Telephone 1 204 832-0167 
     

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    The Manitoba Crafts Museum & Library
    Thousands of artifacts from Manitoba's crafts people document the history of crafts in Manitoba. Tue-Sat 11 am-4 pm. Suggested donation $2.
    Address: 183 Kennedy St Winnipeg  Manitoba
    Telephone 1 204 487-6117 
     

     
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