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The McFeetors Heavy Horse Centre — home to magnificent Percheron horses — connects visitors with Manitoba's rural and agricultural roots and offers seasonal wagon and sleigh rides. In summer, visitors can also explore the Shirley Richardson Butterfly Garden and the Australian Walkabout. Open daily; Easter to Thanksgiving, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thanksgiving to Easter, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 2595 Roblin Boulevard www.assiniboineparkzoo.ca ENGLISH GARDENS W The winding paths and free-form beds of the English Garden are a feast for the senses and provide an approachable view of nature. The Boy with the Boot statue and Queen Victoria Monument are located in this colourful floral garden that is open free-of-charge. Located adjacent to the Leo Mol Sculpture Garden. Open daily, 8 a.m. to dusk. 375 Assiniboine Park Drive 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, features a rotating selection of Winnie the bear artifacts and memorabilia. 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 Nature Playground: Assiniboine Park Conservancy The Pavilion at Assiniboine Park: Mike Peters 32 2018 OFFICIAL VISITOR'S GUIDE WINNIPEG