Manitoba Children's Museum
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Hop aboard a diesel locomotive and coach, explore the
five-storey tall Lasagna Lookout, test perceptions in the
Illusion Tunnel, perform experiments in the Splash Lab
and much more. There is also a Tot Spot for toddlers,
workshops, educational programs, and events.
45 Forks Market Road
Tel: 204.924.4000
childrensmuseum.com
Manitoba Theatre for Young People
(MTYP)
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MTYP fosters imagination, creativity and self-esteem
through innovative, world-class theatre by presenting
a seven-play season for kids and teens from October to
May. MTYP also has an active theatre school (ages 1–19)
and a drama outreach program.
2 Forks Market Road
Tel: 204.947.0394
mtyp.ca
Nature Playground
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Run, jump, climb and play! Explore the sand and water
play area, slithering slide, sky-high crow's nest, basket
swings, willow tree tunnels, net bridges and the Streuber
Family Children's Garden—all of which blend into the
park's natural surroundings.
Assiniboine Park, 55 Pavilion Crescent
assiniboinepark.ca/park/things-to-do/nature-
playground
Tinkertown Family Fun Park
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Tinkertown is an outdoor family amusement park with
more than 20 rides and attractions that include a half-
mile train ride, carousel, ferris wheel, bumper cars, tilt-a-
whirl, roller coaster and various kiddie rides. It also has an
18-hole mini-golf course, concession stand and gift shop.
621 Murdock Road and Highway 1
Tel: 204.257.8095
tinkertownfunpark.com
FUN FACT
Did you know Winnie the Pooh was
named after Winnipeg? The Winnie
the Pooh statue and plaque, originally
unveiled on August 6, 1992, is located here
commemorating the story of Lt. Colebourn
and Winnie the Bear, the inspiration for the
children's storybook character.
Photo courtesy of the Manitoba Children's Museum
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FOR
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