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M u s e u m s
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>>La Maison Gabrielle Roy (PHS)
— The childhood home of one of
Canada's literary legends, this
St. Boniface site served as setting
(or at least, as inspiration) for
&
many of Roy's best-known works.
H i s to r y
Showcasing an impressive collection
of artifacts belonging to Roy and
her family, and serving as a hub of
neighbourhood culture through
educational and entertainment
programming, the museum enables
young people, Francophiles and
book buffs alike to learn more
about the author's legacy.
www.maisongabrielleroy.mb.ca.
La Maison Gabrielle Roy
Le Musée de Saint-Boniface
Le Musée de Saint-boniface – A Riel Log STructure
>>(PHS) — Housed in the oldest building in Winnipeg, a former convent built for the Grey Nuns that's also the
largest log structure in North America, the museum dates back to 1844 and features artifacts celebrating the lives
and culture of Manitoba's Francophone and Métis communities. A prime example of Red River frame construction,
the site is within walking distance of The Forks and Saint-Boniface Cathedral, and pays tribute to the likes of
Taché, Lagimodiere, and Louis Riel. www.msbm.mb.ca.
