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St. Boniface Cathedral- Basilica The original cathedral, built in 1908, was destroyed by fire in 1968. The remaining walls were incorporated into the design of the new church by a local architect, Etienne Gaboury, creating a dramatic facade and courtyard facing west across the Red River towards downtown Winnipeg. 190 avenue de la Cathédrale – St. Boniface Tel: 204.237.4500 cathedralestboniface.mb.ca St. John's Cathedral W St. John's Cathedral is the oldest Anglican parish west of the Great Lakes dating back to 1820 and the oldest cemetery in Winnipeg, where many of Manitoba's prominent historical figures lie. Guided tours by appointment tell tales of the courageous efforts that were undertaken to develop and build this community. Cemetery is open year-round, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 135 Anderson Avenue – North End Tel: 204.586.8385 Email: office@stjohnscathedral.ca stjohnscathedral.ca E St. Norbert Provincial Heritage Park See the evolution of the community through Métis settlement and immigration of Quebec families of the late 1800s in the 19th-century restored homes on site; go fishing, have a picnic or walk a one kilometre trail along the La Salle River. Museum open June to end of August, Thursday to Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Monday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 40 Turnbull Drive – St. Norbert Tel: 204.945.4236 Email: pomstnrb@mymts.net gov.mb.ca/sd/parks/popular_ parks/central/norbert.html Seven Oaks House Museum Visit the oldest home in Winnipeg and see how a wealthy family of Métis traders and politicians lived throughout the 19th century. The remarkably preserved Inkster homestead offers an immersive look at Manitoba's early history, where visitors can witness the growth of our city from the 1831 until 1912. Open Victoria Day to Labour Day, 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily. 50 Mac Street ; one block east of Main St. on Rupertsland Blvd. – West Kildonan Tel: 204.339.7429 Email: sohmuseum@gmail.com sevenoakshouse.ca Soul Gallery Soul Gallery is a unique art gallery in Manitoba. Contemporary fine art is showcased throughout the three floors of this beautifully appointed home. The gallery setting and the calibre of fine art will amaze you. Open Saturdays noon to 4 p.m. or by appointment. 163 Clare Avenue Tel: 204.781.8259 soulgallery.ca E D M The Stoneware Gallery W The gallery features an exquisite collection of fine contemporary pottery, all handmade by local artists who each exhibit their own unique style. Their work ranges from tableware to one-of-a-kind objects, utilizing several different techniques to create the vast assortment of work available. The Stoneware Gallery is proud to be one of Canada's longest running artists' cooperatives. Open Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; also Sunday 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. from mid-May to end of December. 778 Corydon Avenue – Corydon / Fort Rouge Tel: 204.475.8088 Email: contact@stonewaregallery.com stonewaregallery.com E Q St. Boniface Cathedral-Basilica, photo by Roam Creative Photo courtesy of Seven Oaks House Museum 54 2022 Official visitor's guide Winnipeg

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