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Manitoba Historical Society Dalnavert Museum: Rob Barrow Manitoba Historical Society Dalnavert Museum wA Take a trip into Winnipeg's past as you tour the 1895 home of Sir Hugh John Macdonald – former Manitoba premier and son of Canada's first prime minister. At this National and Provincial Historic Site, museum interpreters bring history to life through stories and artifacts that represent the lifestyle of a prominent family's household in the early days of Winnipeg. Decorated with luxurious furnishings and equipped with late Victorian innovations, Dalnavert provides a unique historical experience that fascinates children and adults alike. Dalnavert also features summer programs, like Treasure Hunt! and My Secret Garden. Dalnavert's Visitors' Centre also houses an impressive gift shop, featuring many items from local artisans. Free parking is available for visitors. Final daily tours will commence 40 minutes prior to closing. Open Wed-Sun. Please call for hours. 61 Carlton (just south of Broadway) – Downtown tel: 204.943.9835 email: dalnavert@mhs.mb.ca www.mhs.mb.ca Urban Gallery at the Manitoba Museum: The Manitoba Museum Manitoba Historical Society Ross House Museum w Ross House, which served as the first post office in Western Canada, is one of the last remaining examples of Red River frame architecture in Winnipeg. The museum hosts an interpretive exhibit as well as rooms set to reflect the life of the Ross family when their home served as the post office. Ross House Museum provides a glimpse into the operation of the early postal service in Western Canada, as well as 1850s homestead life, Métis history, and the lives of the Ross family. Open Wednesday to Sunday 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. from June 1 to August 31. 140 Meade St. North (Joe Zuken Heritage Park) – Historic North Point Douglas tel: 204.943.3958 email: rosshouse@mhs.mb.ca www.mhs.mb.ca The Manitoba Museum wA The Manitoba Museum is an award-winning heritage and edutainment centre welcoming thousands of visitors each year. Winner of the Michelin Green Guide's top award—designated "Worth the Trip," the museum features an ever-changing variety of touring and specialty exhibits. 190 Rupert Avenue – Exchange District tel: 204.956.2830 | 204.943.3139 (recorded information) www.manitobamuseum.ca www.facebook.com/#!/mbmuseum www.twitter.com/ManitobaMuseum 40 Winnipeg 2013 Visitor's Guide On site at The Manitoba Museum Museum Galleries The Manitoba Museum is noted for the dramatic walk-through settings among its nine spectacular permanent galleries. From the Nonsuch, a replica of a full-size 17th century ship that sailed the world; to the Urban Gallery, a trip back through time to the roaring '20s, to the dramatic Orientation Gallery with its recreation of an early bison hunt, a trip to the museum is a journey through Manitoba's past, present, and future. DIGITAL DOME PLANETARIUM The Manitoba Museum is the first planetarium in the world to feature a Digitar 5 all-dome projection system. Visitors are able to navigate through the galaxy, as well as get inside a living cell, or roam with dinosaurs. The planetarium also offers "Manitoba Skies," the ultimate stargazer guide to the night skies in the province. For current shows and ticket information, please visit www.manitobamuseum.ca Science Gallery The Science Gallery features many fun, interactive exhibits that encourage learning and discovery. Visitors can learn what they would weigh on other planets, interact with a tornado, explore basic principles of science, and try out their talents on a laser harp. There's always something new to experience at The Manitoba Museum's Science Gallery.