Travel Manitoba Vacation Guide

Winter 2012

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Ralph Connor House RALPH CONNOR HOUSE (PHS) The Ralph Connor House was built in 1914 for the Reverend Charles Gordon who, under the pen name "Ralph Connor", prospered by writing many best-selling novels. Designed by George Northwood, the house is an example of the Jacobethan Revival style, derived from grand 17th century British manor houses. location: 54 West Gate 19 MARTHA STREET STUDIO A professional artist print making facility and gallery specializing in works on paper, editions and paintings. It is dedicated to the promotion of awareness and appreciation of the printmaking art form in Manitoba and beyond. location: 11 Martha St., next to The Manitoba Museum p: 204-779-6253 e: printmakers@mts.net w: www.printmakers.mb.ca b OLD KILDONAN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH AND CEMETERY (PHS) History spans over 150 years. It is the final resting place of Selkirk settlers, Hudson Bay men and many of the founders and prominent citizens of Manitoba. Open May to October, daily. location: John Black Ave. (off Main St.) p: 204-334-1591 f: 204-927-7978 e: kpcinfo@mts.net w: www.kildonanpresbyteriancemetery.com OLD ST. JAMES ANGLICAN CHURCH (PHS) Built in 1853, this is the oldest surviving wooden church in Western Canada. This site became the local point of settlement westward along the Assiniboine River, and gave its name to the surrounding area. location: Portage Ave. at Tylehurst St. PLUG IN INSTITUTE OF CONTEMPORARY ART Plug In Institute of Contemporary Art is a laboratory for the presentation of art that confronts ideas and issues affecting contemporary society to celebrate artwork and events in all media. location: 1 - 460 Portage Ave. p: 204-942-1043 f: 204-944-8663 e: info@plugin.org w: www.plugin.org b WINNIPEG

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