Tourism Winnipeg

NORWOOD HOTEL Come home to a getaway offering the best of both worlds: the convenience of downtown and the comfort of a neighbourhood haven. The Norwood – Winnipeg's oldest independent hotel – bridges the gap between endless urban adventure and a casual community vibe. A unique gem in the city, it's an easy walk across the bridge to our top tourism hotspot, The Forks and all of our major downtown attractions. Rooms are newly renovated and feature flat screen TVs, mini-fridge, walk-in rain showers, locally made bath products, complimentary Wi-Fi and free on-site bus parking. norwood-hotel.com 1.888.888.1878 HOTEL Spotlight REBEL WITH A CAUSE Step back in time to 1886 at Riel House National Historic Site, where costumed interpreters from Parks Canada regale groups with tales of Louis Riel's life and his struggle to defend Metis rights. Utilizing fun, seasonal interactive activities, your group will experience what life was like in the late 19th century while learning how the Metis peoples were formed by the blending together of Indigenous and European peoples and cultures. Riel led the Red River and North-West Rebellion against the Government of Canada in the late 1880s and was subsequently executed for it. He is recognized as an advocate for justice and helped lay the framework for minority rights and cultural co-operation. He is regarded by many as the founder of Manitoba. The house itself belonged to his mother, remaining in procession of her descendants until 1968. pc.gc.ca/winnipeg • 204.983.2348 6,000 YEARS OF HISTORY The Forks, Winnipeg's most-visited tourist destination, is also an important national historical site when it comes to Canada's Indigenous history. The area marks the meeting of the Red and Assiniboine rivers, where artifacts dating back six millennia have shed light on the trade, fishing and bison hunting of the area's original inhabitants. Join a Parks Canada interpreter as they recount the evolution of The Forks and Winnipeg from a meeting place to a booming metropolis. Today, The Forks celebrates this rich history with the Oodena (Cree for "centre of the city") Celebration Circle, a natural shallow amphitheatre marked with ethereal sculptures, a sundial, interpretive signage, a naked eye observatory and a ceremonial fire pit, which also plays host to Aboriginal Day and various special events. Throughout The Forks Market you will also find shops like Teekca's Aboriginal Boutique, where you can buy artisanal gifts crafted by First Nations. theforks.com • 204.987.4374 INDIGENOUS-ROOTED CUISINE The first of its kind in Manitoba, Feast Café Bistro serves modern dishes rooted in traditional First Nations foods. Dishes range from grass-fed bison ribs, to pickerel sliders, to bannock pizzas. O od en a C i r c l e No r wo o d H o t el Riel House: Parks Canada

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