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NEW ICELAND HERITAGE MUSEUM
The New Iceland Heritage Museum is dedicated to preserving and presenting this fascinating chapter of Manitoba's history. Begin your visit with a ten-minute film. The "New Iceland Saga" tells the story of one pioneer family through the eyes and experiences of four generations. Inside the museum you will find a painting that comes to life, a full size tent and pioneer cabin and a Saga & Legends gallery for the children, complete with a pint sized reading room. Open year-round.
location: 94 - 1st Ave., Gimli p: 204-642-4001 e: nihm@mts.net w: www.nihm.ca
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OAK HAMMOCK MARSH INTERPRETIVE CENTRE
Come see why the Oak Hammock Marsh Interpretive Centre is the world's 'Best Environmental Experience'! Under the guidance of friendly interpreters, you can trek over 30 km of nature trails, take a guided tour of the marsh, go canoeing, view birds and wildlife, watch a film in the multimedia theatre, enjoy a meal in the café and check out fun, interactive exhibits. Open daily year-round. Admission charged.
location: 20 minutes north of Winnipeg at Hwy. 67 and 220
p: 204-467-3300 toll free: 1-888-50-MARSH e: ohmic@ducks.ca w: www.oakhammockmarsh.ca
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ST. PETER DYNEVOR ANGLICAN CHURCH (Provincial Heritage Site)
On the east side of the Red River is St. Peter Dynevor Anglican Church. Built in 1852-54, it was the only Aboriginal Anglican parish in the Red River Settlement. Chief Peguis, friend and benefactor to the Selkirk Settlers and defender of Native land rights, is buried in the churchyard.
NEW ICELAND HERITAGE MUSEUM
location: 5 km/3 mi north of East Selkirk on PR 508, then follow signs west
Go off the grid at Oak Hammock Marsh
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