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PLATFORM: CENTRE FOR PHOTOGRAPHIC AND DIGITAL ARTS W PLATFORM is Manitoba's only artist- run centre devoted exclusively to photographic and digital arts. The gallery exhibits artwork by local, national, and international artists, showcasing the scope of photographic and digital art practices. Open Tuesday to Saturday, noon to 5 p.m. 121-100 Arthur Street – Exchange District Tel: 204.942.8183 Email: info@platformgallery.org platformgallery.org PLUG IN INSTITUTE OF CONTEMPORARY ART W The gallery is Canada's first and Manitoba's premiere institute of contemporary art. Since 1972, Plug In ICA has exhibited the very best local and international art across all media including architecture, film and video, and new media. Plug In also provides education programs, guided tours and a book shop. Open Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, noon to 6 p.m.; Thursday, noon to 8 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. 460 Portage Avenue – Downtown Tel: 204.942.1043 Email: info@plugin.org plugin.org PROMENADE TACHE/ GREY NUNS WALKWAY W Providing a beautiful view of the Winnipeg skyline and The Forks, this lamp-lit promenade–with its interpretive plaques along the walkway–depicts the early development of Saint-Boniface. Avenue Taché that starts at Provencher Boulevard – St. Boniface QUEEN'S OWN CAMERON HIGHLANDERS OF CANADA MUSEUM View displays of uniforms, weapons, pictures, and artifacts from 1870 to the present, telling the story of Western Canada's oldest Highland unit located in a 1914-1915 Tudor- Revival style of architecture drill hall building. Minto Armory, 969 St. Matthews Avenue – West End Tel: 204.786.4300, ext. 3436 RIEL HOUSE NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE W Glimpse into the life of Louis Riel, Métis leader and considered by some to be the founder of the province of Manitoba, at his family's historic house restored to its 1886 appearance. Open July to end of August. 330 River Road – St. Vital Tel: 204.983.6757 Email: rielhouse@mmf.mb.ca parkscanada.gc.ca/riel ROSS HOUSE MUSEUM W Catch a glimpse into the operation of the first post office in Western Canada, Métis history and the 1850s homestead life of the Ross family. The museum is one of the last remaining examples of Red River frame architecture in Winnipeg. Open June through August, Wednesday to Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Joe Zuken Heritage Park, 140 Meade Street North – Historic North Point Douglas Tel: 204.942.5396 Email: rhousemuseum@gmail.com rosshousemuseum.ca THE ROYAL WINNIPEG RIFLES MUSEUM AND ARCHIVES Experience new perspectives on history. Immerse yourself in an interactive experience that allows you to kit up as a soldier through various eras from the First World War onward. Handle actual historical weapons. Come visit the official museum of The Royal Winnipeg Rifles, Western Canada's oldest infantry regiment dating back to 1883. Open Thursdays 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and for tours by appointment (please email to schedule a tour). Minto Armory, 969 St. Matthews Avenue – West End Email: rwrmuseummanager@gmail.com rwrmuseum.com Plug In Institute of Contemporary Art: Karen Asher Riel House National Historic Site: Parks Canada www.tourismwinnipeg.com 51 GALLERIES & MUSEUMS