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LEO MOL SCULPTURE GARDEN W The Leo Mol Sculpture Garden showcases a magnificent collection of bronze sculptures by internationally recognized Ukrainian-Canadian Dr. Leo Mol that is open free-of-charge. It is also the setting for a series of summer jazz concerts. The Leo Mol Gallery houses paintings, ceramics and other artwork, while the Schoolhouse Studio shows a National Film Board video on his works. Open year-round. Garden: daily, 8 a.m. to dusk. Gallery and Schoolhouse: Easter to late October, 9 a.m. to dusk 375 Assiniboine Park Drive LYRIC THEATRE W The Lyric Theatre carries on the tradition of summer band shell entertainment in the park. The large outdoor stage features the Summer Entertainment Series with free performances for every taste and age, including jazz, symphony, Ballet in the Park, and the highly popular Movies in the Park. NATURE PLAYGROUND W 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. Did you know Winnie the Pooh was named after Winnipeg? The Winnie the Bear 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. Open daily, 8 a.m. to dusk PAVILION W The Pavilion houses collections by three renowned Manitoba artists: Ivan Eyre, Clarence Tillenius, and Walter J. Phillips. Through a partnership with the Winnipeg Art Gallery (WAG), visitors enjoy free entry to expertly curated exhibitions drawn from The Pavilion's collections as well as the WAG's vast holdings. The Pooh Gallery, located on the second floor, is currently exhibiting Remembering the Real Winnie, a selection of objects from Lieutenant Harry Colebourn's personal collection that presents the story of the Canadian bear that inspired A.A. Milne's Winnie the Pooh (until November 2017). Open daily; Easter to Thanksgiving, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thanksgiving to Easter, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. QUALICO FAMILY CENTRE W Designed to blend in with its natural surroundings, the centre features The Park Cafe restaurant, open daily from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Riley Family Duck Pond, located in front of the centre, is transformed into an outdoor skating rink in winter with a heated shelter located nearby. 330 Assiniboine Park Drive BIRDS HILL PROVINCIAL PARK W A Birds Hill Provincial Park features a lake, oak and aspen forests, native prairie wildflowers, deer, waterfowl and songbirds. Facilities include camping, swimming, picnic sites, a riding stable, restaurant, and a concession. There are 30 kms of walking and cross-country ski trails and 7 kms of paved bicycle and rollerblading trails. Every July, the park is the site of the Winnipeg Folk Festival. Highway 59 – Just outside Winnipeg (north) Qualico Family Centre: Assiniboine Park Conservancy Nature Playground: Dan Harper www.tourismwinnipeg.com 27 THINGS TO DO ATTRACTIONS E