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WAYNE ARTHUR GALLERY W a Located in St. Boniface, Wayne Arthur Gallery showcases more than 30 of the best Manitoba artists in a variety of media. These include: painting, sculpture, print- making, mixed media, pottery, jewellery, glass and photography. Artists are featured in changing monthly shows. Hours are Tuesday to Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. 186 Provencher Blvd – Old St. Boniface / Winnipeg's French Quarter Tel: 204.477.5249 Email: bemorton@mymts.net www.waynearthurgallery.com WESTERN CANADA AVIATION MUSEUM W M A Where adventure and innovation meet! You'll discover great ideas (and not so great ideas) in flight, and develop a true appreciation for the adventuring spirit of Canada's aviation legends. Check the website for visiting aircraft, as well as special events and guided tours. Tour the hangar to see the recovered and restored aircraft or simply relax on the Flight Deck and watch the air traffic on the international airport runways. Kids (2-12) will enjoy Skyways — the interactive play area where they can fly a plane, challenge the wind, spot a flying saucer and still be back in time for dinner. On-site gift shop. Free parking. Hangar T-2, 958 Ferry Road (Just five minutes from the airport at the corner of Ellice Road and Ferry Road) – St. James Tel: 204.786.5503 Email: info@wcam.mb.ca www.wcam.mb.ca WINNIPEG ART GALLERY W a M A The Winnipeg Art Gallery's (WAG) impressive collection of over 26,000 works of art ranges from ancient Roman glass to 21st-century multi-media art, including the world's largest public collection of contemporary Inuit art. Known around the world as an iconic modernist building, the WAG presents a constantly changing exhibition schedule of national and international art, as well as emphasizing the work of Manitoba artists. The Gallery Shop carries unique jewellery, ceramics, and glassware handcrafted by Canadian artists. The bright and airy Table Restaurant (formerly Storm Bistro) overlooks the rooftop sculpture garden. The WAG is open year-round. Hours are Tuesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., until 9 p.m. Fridays. Closed Monday. 300 Memorial Boulevard – Downtown Tel: 204.786.6641 Email: info@wag.ca www.wag.ca WINNIPEG POLICE MUSEUM W M Displays and artifacts are featured relating to the history of the Winnipeg Police Force dating from its beginning in 1874 to the present. Open Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission. 245 Smith Street – Downtown Tel: 204.986.3976 Email: wps-museum@winnipeg.ca www.winnipeg.ca/police/museum WINNIPEG RAILWAY MUSEUM M Climb the stairs of the historic Via Rail Station to track 1 and 2, where you will discover 37,500 sq. ft. of railway history and artifacts. See the Countess of Dufferin — the first steam locomotive on the Prairies. You'll also see and learn about diesel and electric locomotives; rolling stock; maintenance of way equipment; the history of CN, CP, City of Winnipeg rail; the construction of the Hudson Bay Railway; the struggle of women to enter the railroad industry, and a large HO-gauge model layout. Finish with a visit to the railroad-oriented gift shop. Please call for hours. Located upstairs on tracks one and two in Via Rail Union Station. Entrances available from Broadway and Main or The Forks Market entrance – Downtown / The Forks Tel: 204.942.4632 Email: wpgrail@mts.net www.wpgrailwaymuseum.com WOODLANDS GALLERY w a Located among the boutiques and restaurants of Academy Road, Woodlands Gallery represents an engaging selection of contemporary works by emerging and established Canadian artists. In addition to original paintings, the gallery offers handmade jewellery, ceramics, blown glass and mono-prints as well as professional custom framing and art consultation. Please contact the gallery for current exhibitions and events. Hours are Tuesday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. , Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 535 Academy Road – River Heights Tel: 204.947.0700 Email: info@woodlandsgallery.com www.woodlandsgallery.com LEGEND a Gallery | M Museums 54 2015 OFFICIAL VISITOR'S GUIDE Winnipeg