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30 At the St. Vital Museum, step back into the history of St. Vital in the former St. Vital Police and Fire Station. See the original 1939 Fargo Pumper truck and a copy of the handwritten diary of Victor Mager. Mager was present when Thomas Scott was executed. Tours offered by appointment. location: 600 St. Mary's Rd. p: 204-255-2864 w: www.svhs.ca b Visit the past at the Historical Museum of St. James Assiniboia. This original 19th century William Brown settler home with costumed actors depicts pioneer Brown and Taylor families. See pioneer artifacts. Celebrate Annual Heritage Day and enjoy children's programming. Open from May to September for guided tours. Admission by donation. location: 3180 Portage Ave. p: 204-888-8706 At The Manitoba Museum, travel through time to the roaring 20's. Explore a 17th century ship and treasures from around the world. See touring and specialty exhibits and visit the nine permanent galleries. Explore the history of the deep in Ancient Seas, the ever-changing Discovery Room, and refurbished Earth History Gallery. Learn why a curator is in the Guinness Book of World Records. Enjoy this award- winning museum. Gaze up at the stars at the Planetarium and Science Gallery. This is one of only five major planetariums in Canada. Enjoy live multi-media shows that recreate the night sky, show the latest space discoveries and follow the developments of the space program. In the renovated Science Gallery, design and build remote-controlled race cars and test them on a giant race track. Open year-round. Admission charged. See ad page 31 location: 190 Rupert Ave. p: 204-956-2830 recorded info: 204-943-3139 w: www.manitobamuseum.ca At the Transcona Historical Museum in the 1925 former bank building, discover the history of the community including the railroad, industry, pioneer life, Native cultures and natural history. Group tours welcome. Free admission. location: 141 Regent Ave. W p: 204-222-0423 w: www.transconamuseum.mb.ca b The Ukrainian Catholic Metropolitan Cathedral of Sts. Vladimir and Olga is an impressive Byzantine church that adds an exotic touch to the heart of Winnipeg. The stained glass windows and exterior mosaics depict the history of Ukraine and were designed by celebrated Winnipeg artist Leo Mol.. location: 115 McGregor Street p: 204-589-5025 b Interpretive exhibits examine diversity of the Ukrainian experience in Canada. Ukrainian Cultural and Educational Centre (Oseredok) is home to the largest collection of Ukrainian cultural and historical artifacts in North America. Oseredok houses a museum, art gallery, library and archives and boutique. Open Monday to Saturday in July and August. Donations accepted. See ad page 26 location: 184 Alexander Ave. E p: 204-942-0218 w: www.oseredok.org b Experience a whirlwind VIP adventure at the largest and longest-running multicultural festival of its kind in the world. For one affordable price, your VIP World Tour includes: • luxury motorcoach service • admission to three pavilions • expedited admittance through VIP door • reserved seating with table service • a progressive, cultural meal • lively, world class cultural entertainment Special hotel packages also available. Book your VIP World Tour online at www.folklorama.ca or call our reservation hotline at 1.800.665.0234. Booking starts Monday, April 16, 2012. VIP World Tour $ 69.95 The Ukrainian Labour Temple (PHS) is the first and largest Ukrainian labour temple in Canada. Financed by donations and built by volunteers, it was constructed in 1918-19 to a Neo- Classical design by Robert E. Davies of Winnipeg. It includes an auditorium, a 1,000-seat balcony, classrooms, library, offices and print shop. Visit the national headquarters for the Workers Benevolent Association – established here in 1922. This is the only surviving labour hall from the raids during the 1919 Winnipeg General Strike. location: 591 Pritchard Ave. p: 204-582-9269 AUG ·UST 5 - 18 WINNIPEG MANIT OBA · CANADA VISIT US AT F OL KL OR AMA. CA 1. 800 . 665 .0234 | 204. 982. 6210 Download the smartphone app! The Ukrainian Museum of Canada, Manitoba Branch is located in the Holy Trinity Ukrainian Orthodox Metropolitan Cathedral. See a collection of Ukrainian folk arts and crafts, traditional dress of various regions, Easter eggs, wood carvings, library and gift shop. Admission charged. Entrance at ground level north side is wheelchair accessible. Group tours available. location: 1175 Main St. p: 204-582-1018 (group tours) WINNIPEG