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PAVILION GALLERY MUSEUM W As the centerpiece of Assiniboine Park, the Pavilion Gallery Museum houses a gallery museum featuring the largest collections of works by three renowned Manitoba artists: the contemporary works of Ivan Eyre, the historical works of Clarence Tillenius, and the watercolours and woodcuts of Walter J. Philips. As well, the rotation gallery features exhibitions by Manitoba's premier and emerging artists. Located on the second floor of the Pavilion Gallery Museum, The Pooh Gallery houses a permanent collection of Winnie the Pooh artifacts and memorabilia including pop- up books, toys and figurines, as well as the famous painting 'Winnie the Pooh and the Honey Pot' by Ernest H. Shepard, the original illustrator of A. A. Milne's Winnie the Pooh books. There is no admission charge. Hours of operation: Easter to Thanksgiving, daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m); Thanksgiving to Easter, daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.); Tel: 204.927.6000 QUALICO FAMILY CENTRE W Designed to blend in with its natural surroundings, the Qualico Family Centre serves as a central gathering place for park visitors and is capable of accommodating a variety of events and activities, from park programs and activities for children to corporate retreats and private celebrations. The Centre's meeting and banquet facilities include a 220-seat reception hall and boast state-of-the-art audio and video technology. Executive Chef Heiko Duehrsen has created a menu featuring an impressive selection of savoury soups, delicious salads, sumptuous entrées, and tempting desserts. The centre also features The Park Café restaurant, which offers family-friendly breakfast and lunch menus that are both interesting and affordable. The Park Café is open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Tel: 204.927.6001 WINNIE THE BEAR STATUE W Did you know Winnie The Pooh was named after Winnipeg? Formerly located in the Assiniboine Park Zoo, the well-known statue of Lt. Harry Colebourn and Winnie the Bear now has a new home inside the Nature Playground at Assiniboine Park. Originally unveiled on August 6, 1992, the bronze statue and plaque was donated by the Kinsmen Club of Winnipeg. Crafted by artist William Epp, the piece was created as a way to permanently commemorate the story of Lt. Colebourn and Winnie the Bear, the inspiration for the children's storybook character, Winnie the Pooh. Pavilion Gallery Museum: Kevin Wolk www.tourismwinnipeg.com 63 THINGS TO DO GARDENS & PARKS O