2020 Visitor’s Guide Be Inspired NELLIE McCLUNG HERITAGE SITE “Never underestimate the power of a woman.” From behind Nellie’s desk, imagine helping women win the right to vote. Then believe you, too, can accomplish great things, inspired by walking in the footsteps of this great champion. Visit Nellie’s Beloved Manitou For nearly 20 years, Nellie and Wes called Manitou home. OFFICIAL OPENINGHere,OFFICIAL she wrote her Canadian OPENING of best seller, became a national of speaking sensation and worked to help Manitoba women N become the sfi rst inN Canada s ellie’s Hoto mwin thee right to vote.ellie’s HoWe’reme open: And she did it all without any modern conveniences!! MAY - NOVEMBER Join Canadians from coast to coast who are fl ocking to visit the For more details or to book a tour: only two of Nellie’s homes in the country that are open to the public. 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[email protected] Then see Manitou through her eyes where so much of the town NOT JUST FOR SUMMER 76 is just as it was in 1900. 1.204.242.2765 ACCOMMODATIONS 80 Manitou - a small town that helped inspire a big legend. Hotels & Motels 80 Admission: Bed & Breakfasts 82 ADULTS – $6.00 Cabins & Cottages 83 VISIT CHILDREN – $3.00 MAP 87 NELLIE McCLUNG HERITAGE SITE www.nellieshomes.ca 2020 VISITOR’S GUIDE 3 Nellie_7.5x8_RegionalTourAd.indd 1 2018-12-17 8:35 AM Visit www.centralmbtourism.ca for a full listing of events across the region. @CentralMBTourism @CMBTourism Star Attractions anitoba’s Star Attractions program Mincludes 63 major tourism attractions across the province. From iconic destinations and historic hot spots to cultural centers and outdoor gathering spaces, keep your eyes open for Star Attractions signs as you travel to find these can’t-miss stops. The Central region is home to four of these iconic experiences that we encourage you to visit. The Canadian Fossil Discovery Centre in Morden is home to the largest collection of marine vertebrate fossils in Canada. Guests flock to here for a peek at the creatures that made their home here in the waters of what was the Western Interior “Bruce” Canadian Fossil Seaway during the Cretaceous Period from 80 million years Discovery Centre, ago. Be sure to visit “Bruce”, the centre’s most famed artifact – Morden a 13 metre (43 foot) mosasaur declared by the Guinness Book of World records in 2014 as the world’s largest skeleton of its kind. With more than 1,000 artifacts catalogued and new exhibits introduced regularly, discoveries await at this area destination. The centre offers guided tours, birthday party programming as well as summer programming and a venue for special events and receptions as well. Learn more at www.discoverfossils.com or phone 204.822.3406. Fort la Reine Museum, Portage la Prairie’s Fort la Reine Museum Portage la Prairie celebrates 300 years of prairie settlement history in the heart of Canada. Explore all 28 heritage buildings and take part in a truly enriching experience that highlights the history of Western expansion and pioneering, the creation of the Canadian Pacific Railway, Canada’s role in WWI and WWII, and how Canadian domestic life was shaped throughout the 20th century. This destination also proudly boasts the world’s largest indoor collection of Allis Chalmers equipment, memorabilia, and other agricultural marvels. Take part in special events and cultural programs, or enjoy an educational tour provided by a living history interpreter. There is much to see at the Fort la Reine Museum. Find more at www.flrmuseum.com or phone 204.857.3259. STAR ATTR ACTIONS Island Park, Portage la Prairie Enveloped by five kilometers of Crescent Lake, Portage la Prairie’s Island Park is a jewel at the heart of the City. This destination is home to the 18-hole Portage Golf Club, the Portage Exhibition campground and event venues, tennis courts, disc golf, walking trails, wildlife habitat and more. The feature outdoor Water park, Splash Island is a popular draw from Manitoba Agricultural Museum, Austin visitors from far and wide during the summer and the adjacent Stride Place recreation complex features two of vintage agricultural equipment with more than 500 ice rinks, a fully equipped fitness centre and the indoor pieces of machinery housed on site. The Homesteaders’ Shindleman Aquatic Centre, plus meeting and conference Village provides a snapshot view of life on the prairies for facilities for groups of all sizes. You can find more about settlers with more than 20 heritage buildings furnished each of these island venues at islandontheprairies.ca and equipped with period artifacts and displays. This The Manitoba Agricultural Museum at Austin is facility also includes an on-site campground, picnic areas dedicated to collecting vintage farm machinery and and gift shop. This destination offers tours and hands on buildings from 1900 and beyond. Located on 320 acres, experiences and events throughout the year. Find out this historical site is home to Canada’s largest collection more at ag-museum.mb.ca or phone 204.637.2354. 2020 VISITOR’S GUIDE 7 Cycle your way through Manitoba’s francophone communities with the new Prairie Vélo bike tours this summer! MANITOBA.ca Homesteaders’ MANITOBA Village AGRICULTURAL Vintage Farm Machinery MUSEUM Manitoba Austin, MB on Highway 1 Threshermen’s Reunion & Stampede Three Creeks Campground Winter Wonderland And more! Welcome to LA RIVIERE & COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTRE We ARE the Pembina Valley & the Hub of the Community! 504 Broadway Street, La Riviere, MB www.pembina.ca La Riviere Fish Fry · TurkeyFest & Duck Race · Hallowe'en Fun Day · Breakfast with Santa · Treasure Auction & Bake Sale · and Home of La Riviere Raptor Festival! Star Celebrations anitoba’s marquee events and community connection to the people of the area and embodies Mcelebrations are known for providing immersive the spirit of the community. This three-day event and authentic experiences that are reflective of our held annually on the second weekend in July includes roots. Our region hosts four of these events that you 4-H and livestock shows, motor sport shows and a should put on your “must attend” list to discover the midway plus incredible live entertainment throughout bounty of Manitoba’s culture and hospitality. the weekend. A celebration of the community’s deep agricultural roots and present appreciation for that One of Manitoba’s longest running fairs, the Dufferin industry is woven in the fabric of the event as well. Agricultural Society has promoted this signature See more at www.carmancountryfair.ca or celebration annually since 1879. The Carman Country call 204.745.2226. Fair holds a deep cultural, traditional and emotional Carman County Fair 10 CENTR AL MANITOBA TOURISM STAR CELEBRATIONS Morden Corn & Apple Festival Manitoba Stampede, Morris The town of Morris is transformed each year when Held annually on the fourth weekend in August the the Manitoba Stampede takes over in July. Featuring Morden Corn & Apple Festival originated as a celebration Manitoba’s only professional rodeo and the Pony of Canada’s centennial in 1967 and has become famous Chuckwagon world championships, much of the action as one of the largest street festivals in Manitoba. takes place on the half mile oval dirt racetrack and is Welcoming more than 60,000 guests during three days witnessed from the 6,000-seat covered grandstand. of family fun, the event features free admission, free corn With four days of action and attractions, and children on the cob, free apple cider and free live entertainment under six admitted for free, you’ll want to bring the on three stages plus the popular midway. See what’s in whole family down to the Stampede. Check out this store this year at www.cornandapple.com or call year’s line up at www.manitobastampede.ca or call 204.823.2676.