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The Agenda
At writing time, the holiday season is just around the corner and the kids will soon be out of school for that long awaited winter break. Malls are abuzz with throngs of last minute shoppers and couriers are busy - all day, every day - delivering the last of those countless online gifts people ordered. The merriest day of the year is nearly upon us!
If a new custom-built home is on your wish list this season, check out Style’s cover story by Leigh Patterson - Rooms With a View – on a stunning contemporary bungalow built on a large property along the Red River. Designed to maximize the riverfront views, this fabulous home boasts a clean, linear design and exudes luxury both inside and out.
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For those considering a home renovation, another must-read this issue is Beauty in the Details, Kelly Gray’s coverage on how a local renovator took an older mid-century residence, gutted it to the studs and breathed new life into the aging décor. From its superb redesign, clean lines and innovative features to its contemporary colour palette, the results are simply beautiful.
And there’s more - many of you will be happy to know that the Winnipeg Renovation Show is back on! Held at the RBC Convention Centre from Jan 14-16, 2022, the event is a fantastic onestop information and inspiration hub for those planning a renovation project. This time, The Lifestyle Stage will feature HGTV Canada’s Todd Talbot from Love It or List It Vancouver, along with local pros, who will present tips to get your projects and inspiration flowing. There are also many other booths to explore featuring local products and services, including The Design Studio (sponsored by Style Manitoba).
After a long period of virtual performances only, it’s great to finally present a line-up of in-person concerts and events again in our Stepping Out section. As always, check for potential changes or cancellations, as restrictions may vary at any time due to COVID. Also be aware that proof of vaccination will be required.
And there’s the rub – to vaccinate or not? There’s no doubt the past two years have been challenging - not just for Canadians, but for people all around the world. Blindsided by a global health crisis that no one could have foreseen, countries worldwide have been seriously impacted by the pandemic and the damage it has wrought, from considerable loss of life to overstrained healthcare systems and struggling economies. And it’s not over yet. The emergence of a concerning new variant has science and medical experts working around the clock towards solutions. And these are the professionals we should heed. As we leave 2021 behind, there’s hope in sight, with promises of an improved vaccine on the horizon. For everyone’s safety, please get vaccinated. And don’t forget your booster shot!
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Rooms with a view
BY LEIGH PATTERSON PHOTOGRAPHY: CORY ARONEC PHOTOGRAPHY
Custom-designed home maximizes riverfront property at every level
The home’s main floor accommodates the kitchen, great room, four-season sunroom, an office, master bedroom and ensuite. There’s a warm contemporary vibe throughout, and many windows means there’s lots of opportunities to enjoy the outdoor views from every room. When clients challenged Mannington Custom Homes to build their contemporary bungalow on a large property along the Red River in East St. Paul, president Trevor Markevich and his team rose to the occasion—quite literally.
The clients envisioned their dream home to be clean, sophisticated and linear in design, and to take advantage of the river views. “Based on the feel of what they wanted, we landed on a theme of ‘Miami Modern,’” says Markevich. “From there, we designed the home to accommodate their wants and needs for their lifestyle, while maximizing best use of the home on the property itself.”
The Mannington Custom Homes team evaluated the size, location and direction of the property, as well as the river exposure. “We wanted to expose as many rooms as possible to the southwest, with tons of windows to grab those amazing river views,” says Markevich. Their design included a partial walkout in the lower level, which required further attention to detail. “We wanted all levels of the property, front and back, to look aesthetically pleasing,” notes Markevich. “We didn’t want to build a stairway 15 steps up to the front entrance, for example.”
Thanks to the collaboration between Markevich, architect/ designer Tim Didur and interior design consultant Olenka Antymniuk of Olendia Design Ltd., the resulting design and materials work seamlessly together to achieve the homeowners’ custom vision for their luxury home on the Red River.
The home’s exterior consists of a striking series of elevations, but the linear, flat rooflines, expertly constructed by Civic Roofing, keeps everything harmonious. Specifically engineered and strategically located, a series of windows along the top of the garage create the illusion of a floating roof.
A low-maintenance façade of stone, acrylic stucco and siding ensure this home is built to stand the test of time. “We incorporated a full acrylic system with smooth quality finish done over 2” thick foam, which adds insulation value,” says Markevich. The garage doors supplied and installed by Reimer Overhead
The home’s exterior consists of a striking series of elevations, but the linear, flat rooflines, expertly constructed by Civic Roofing, keeps everything harmonious. A low-maintenance façade of stone, acrylic stucco and siding, along with powder-coated garage doors installed by Reimer Overhead Doors, ensures this home is built to stand the test of time.
The high ceilings allowed the builder to incorporate large linear transom windows at the top of the kitchen wall and above the sink at eye level. Carrara Tile & Marble supplied and installed the large, thin white porcelain panels used on the countertops and huge central island to create the clean, crisp look the homeowners desired. A butler’s pantry and coffee bar off the kitchen keeps clutter out of sight. Heirloom Cabinetry custom built the light fixture to accentuate the long, linear space.
Doors are powder-coated with an aluminum finish to ensure longevity, as are the railings on the rear deck by Windeck. Vinyl-wrapped PVC used for the doors and windows keep the elements out while letting plenty of natural light to stream in.
Even the surrounding landscaping is in keeping with the home’s modern design. Low maintenance shrubs, stones and boulders add visual interest, and the address feature in the front mirrors the exterior’s clean lines. The landscaping, sidewalk and driveway are designed and engineered so that they all lead gradually up to the front entrance. In the kitchen, custom cabinetry from Heirloom Cabinetry consists of a modern grey laminate finish, and the warm-toned floors ground the space. An ingenious inline range hood retracts flat into the island when not in use to keep clutter to a minimum in this modern space. Spectacular river views can be enjoyed from the adjacent dining area.
The home’s inside reflects the outside, with a contemporary vibe throughout. The main floor accommodates the main living quarters: kitchen, great room, fourseason sunroom, an office, master bedroom and ensuite.
Aside from the big, glorious windows on all sides, the first feature to catch your eye on entering the home is a large, eight-foot-long linear gas fireplace that can be enjoyed from both the kitchen area and great room. The fireplace’s warm and welcoming glow can also be viewed from the main entrance through a glass pane incorporated at the end.
In the kitchen, custom cabinetry from Heirloom Cabinetry consists of a modern grey laminate finish, the perfect counterpoint to the large white porcelain panels used on the countertops and huge central island. High-end appliances by Sub-Zero and Wolf make this kitchen a chef’s dream. Spectacular river views can be enjoyed from the adjacent dining area.
The soaring 16-foot-high ceilings of the main floor living area lend a spectacular, airy ambience without feeling vast. That’s due to the warm colours Olenka chose for the walls, furnishings and floors, like the preengineered and pre-stained wideplank hardwood flooring from Curtis Carpets that grounds the entire space.
Designed to take advantage of the outdoor views from three directions, the four-season sunroom at the rear of the home has a lower nine-foot ceiling replete with narrow tongueThe huge walkout lower level is perfect for entertaining, replete with a climatecontrolled wine cellar, wet bar, custom-built sit up area, and television and fireplace feature wall. Disco light fixtures above (from Robinson Lighting) are a fun element in the lower level, which maintains a clean look and feel since the builder has expertly hidden any ductwork or pillars that could detract from the contemporary aesthetic.
and-groove woodwork. Because it is accessed by sliding glass wall panels, it blends with the main floor and maintains the consistency of the view from within. The homeowner has the option of opening the sunroom to expand the main floor space when entertaining or closing it off for more privacy.
The high ceilings allowed the builder to incorporate large linear transom windows along the kitchen walls and above the sunroom entrance.
Jake’s Fancy Stair Work designed and installed the cantilevered, free-floating staircase with glass railings that maintain river views even while accessing the lower-level walkout. A wide, curved platform leads from the lower level to the covered outdoor patio beyond.
In the kitchen, custom cabinetry from Heirloom Cabinetry consists of a modern grey laminate finish, the perfect counterpoint to the large white porcelain panels used on the countertops and huge central island. The thin panels create a clean, crisp look that the homeowners desired. A butler’s pantry and coffee bar off the kitchen keeps clutter out of sight. High-end appliances by Sub-Zero and Wolf make this kitchen a chef’s dream, and an ingenious inline range hood retracts flat into the island when not in use. Heirloom custom built the light fixture floating above the island to complete the cohesion of the space. Spectacular river views can be enjoyed from the adjacent dining area.
The master bedroom is a beautiful and serene retreat. A large window by the bed has automatic blinds, so when the homeowners awaken, they can raise the blinds from a bedside panel to enjoy the morning sunshine glinting from the water. The dramatic ensuite features heated
Soaring 16-foot-high ceilings in the main floor living area lend a spectacular, airy ambience without feeling vast. That’s due to the warm colours chosen for the walls, in the lux furnishings curated by Bella Moda Home Furnishings, and in the preengineered and pre-stained wideplank hardwood flooring from Curtis Carpets that grounds the entire space. Spectacular river views can be enjoyed from the dining area adjacent to the kitchen.
porcelain floors throughout, a long quartz countertop with double sinks and plenty of storage, and a huge glassed-in steam shower. The pièce de resistance is a freestanding soaker tub with a stunning light fixture from Robinson Lighting suspended above. Vertical, Hollywood-style lighting above the countertop completes the glamourous room.
An immense, high-end, executive-look walk-in closet is accessed from the master bedroom. More a room than a closet, it is flanked on both sides by sleek custom cabinets with no open shelving to interrupt the flow. A counter in the middle provides convenience and
The master bedroom is a beautiful and serene retreat. The large window by the bed has automatic blinds, so when the homeowners awaken, they simply press a button on a bedside panel to open the blinds and enjoy the morning sunshine glinting from the water.
additional storage. And a decorative light fixture adds the right touch of elegance in the evening, with lots of windows to allow for plenty of natural light during the day.
A cantilevered, free-floating staircase built to the rear of the home is an architectural feature, sporting glass railings that keep the river view front and center. The stairs lead down to a huge walkout lower level that’s perfect for entertaining. Here, a set of glass and steel cables surround a custom, climate-controlled wine cellar. “It really is a work of art, a showpiece,” says Markevich. There’s even a counter built into the room for wine tastings.
Adjacent to the wet bar along one wall is a custom-built sit up area, where one can enjoy a beverage while watching the television or fireplace along the opposite wall. Disco light fixtures above are a fun element in the lower level, which maintains a clean look and feel since the builder has expertly hidden any ductwork or pillars that could detract from the contemporary aesthetic. Tucked next to the stairs is a glassed-in exercise Wood beams in the ceiling, illuminated by simple suspended light fixtures, create a cozy atmosphere in the luxurious master suite on the home’s upper level. Behind the wall of wood panels is a walk-in closet.
The dramatic master ensuite features heated porcelain floors throughout, a long quartz countertop with double sinks and plenty of storage, and a huge glassedin steam shower by Shodor. The pièce de resistance is a freestanding soaker tub with a stunning light fixture from Robinson Lighting suspended overhead. Vertical, Hollywood-style lighting above the countertop adds further glamour.
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Heirloom Cabinetry Lighting – Robinson Lighting
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Carrara Tile & Marble Glass Shower Doors – Shodor
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Advance Electronics Roofing – Civic Roofing
Garage doors –
Reimer Overhead Doors Decks & railings – Windeck Windows – Durabuilt Windows & Doors
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Woodland Supply
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The Ensuite
Appliances –
Stalwart Appliances
Fireplaces & stonework –
Alsip’s Building Products & Services Siding – BG Exteriors Heating – Northwest Residential Heating & Cooling
Painting –
Homestead Painting
Building materials –
Star Building Materials
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Silver Stone Landscaping
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Crown Spas & Pools
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Panel Concrete Concrete supplier – Building Products & Concrete Supply
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Genuwine Cellars
area. A wide platform leading to the covered outdoor patio achieves the walkout while still meeting flood regulations, notes Markevich.
Another two bedrooms, a laundry room, and a guest bathroom round out the lower level.
The home boasts hidden conveniences, like the central vacuum system installed by Vacuflo, and the advanced residential technology supplied and installed by Advance Electronics. Security, audio, video, lighting and the automated shades can all be controlled with the touch of a button.
No details were overlooked throughout the build process, which took about a year from start to finish due to its complexity and budget. Markevich says Mannington Custom Homes’ successful fulfillment was a team effort between client, Mannington and their suppliers and trades. “The clients were great to work with, Tim hit it out of the park with his design, and in addition to her wonderful design choices, Olenka was extremely organized and kept us on schedule,” says Markevich.
Best of all, the clients were thrilled with the results.
“The clients had seen the quality and attention to detail in our showhomes and created a short list of builders,” says Markevich. “We rose to the top of their list, and we’re glad they chose us.”
There’s no doubt the homeowners are glad they chose the Mannington Custom Homes team. Every breathtaking view will be a reminder of the excellent decision they made – for years to come.
About the builder
"I build every home like it’s my own home. I spend every nickel like it’s my own nickel.” – TREVOR MARKEVICH
Trevor Markevich is passionate about home building and it shows. The president of Mannington Custom Homes has been a certified journeyman carpenter for nearly four decades, and together with his wife Kathy, has been building custom homes under the Mannington Custom Homes banner for 30 years.
Trevor’s invaluable hands-on experience and insistence on quality have earned him the respect of a team of draftspeople, designers, sub-trades and suppliers, many of whom have enjoyed a longstanding working relationship with the Markevichs and Mannington Homes. Together, Kathy and Trevor strive to be at the leading edge of new home technology, and are members of many noted homebuilding organizations, including the Manitoba Home Builders’ Association, the Canadian Home Builders’ Association and the National Home Warranty Program.
Clients benefit from the personalized service offered by Mannington Custom Homes. Kathy and Trevor guide clients through the whole custom build process, including where their dollars are best spent. They can work within any budget, striving to deliver the highest quality possible for each and every project. After all, Trevor is a self-avowed perfectionist.
The clients envisioned their dream home to be contemporary and linear in design and take advantage of the river views. The Mannington Custom Homes team evaluated the size, location and direction of the property, with a mission to expose as many rooms as possible to the southwest and utilizing tons of windows to highlight those amazing views.
Stepping Out
with Style
By Quentin Mills-Fenn
Looking for something to do this winter? Well, many things are still up in the air. At time of press, several arts organizations hadn’t announced their winter and spring programming yet. There’s still a lot going on, though. Keep a lookout for the latest news and check out what we know…
MUSIC
The Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra
gives us just what we need in their (A)bsolute Classics Series. Daniel Bartholomew-Poyser leads the WSO in a program reminiscent of spring and summer with a joyful work by Florence Price, Haydn’s final symphony, and Mozart’s light, luminous oboe concerto, featuring WSO principal oboist Beverly Wang. The evening concludes with Aaron Copland’s soaring Suite from Appalachian Spring. (Jan 15, Daniel Bartholomew-Poyser, conductor)
The series continues with Two Pianos: Mozart, Hotoda & Woo. Hailed by the Spokesman-Review as being an “inexhaustible dynamo,” former WSO assistant conductor Rei Hotoda returns as guest conductor in a program featuring Jessie Montgomery’s autobiographical tone poem Records from a Vanishing City, Robert Schuman’s Spring Symphony and, in a duo performance with assistant conductor Naomi Woo, Mozart’s Concerto for Two Pianos. (Feb 5, Rei Hotoda, Conductor; Naomi Woo)
Meanwhile, (B)eyond Classics heralds the return of Evelyn Glennie as part of the New Music Festival for an evening of works by Jennifer Higdon, Kelly Marie Murphy, Giya Kancheli and WNMF co-founder and composer Glenn Buhr. (Jan 22, Daniel Raiskin, conductor) different concerts back-to-back. First, he tackles Sergei Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 3. Daniel Raiskin and the WSO set the mood with a work that would feel at home on Everest’s peak, Tchaikovsky’s wild and powerful take on Shakespeare’s The Tempest. (Feb 18, Daniel Raiskin, conductor) Then, it’s Thrills, Chills & Romance. The indefatigable Alexei Volodin moves on to Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 2, with all the swooning romance you could hope for. Daniel Raiskin frames this program with contemporary composer Alissa Firsova’s haunting Die Windsbraut and an epic journey through the nature of fate in Tchaikovsky’s powerful Fourth Symphony. (Feb 19, Daniel Raiskin, conductor)
Maybe as a warm-up for Festival de Voyageur, the Pops Series presents Li Keur, Riel’s Heart of the North, a reimagining of Louis Riel’s “missing” years and his love for the land, his people, his nation and a previously unknown woman. A new music theatre work by Métis poet/librettist Suzanne Steele and Winnipeg composer Neil Weisensel, and based on archival research, it’s performed in five languages (Cree-Michif, FrenchMichif, Anishinaabemowin, French, and English), and features vocalists, a narrator, Michif choirs, a fiddler, dancers, and the WSO. This debut of the full-length work is a cross collaboration written in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, heralding the Métis renaissance of the 21st century. (Feb 11 - 13, evening and matinee performances, Julian Pellicano, conductor)
Violinist soloist Blake Pouliot. Photo by Matt Duboff.
The WSO Kids Concerts brings you Jack and the Beanstalk. Based on Roald Dahl’s Revolting Rhyme, this lively show features a company of clever comedians, outrageous puppets, and a stunning 60-foot beanstalk that takes the original fairy tale and turns it on its head by transporting the all-ages audience to the vibrant world of Dahl’s fascinating imagination. Created by performers Doug McKeag and Onalea Gilbertson and featuring the ridiculous puppets of master puppeteer Judd Palmer and the Old Trout Puppet Workshop. (Jan 16, Naomi Woo, conductor)
BMO Night at the Movies presents Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire™ In Concert, with Harry Potter™ soaring across the big screen in high-definition with a live symphony orchestra performing Patrick Doyle’s memorable score. (Mar 4 & 5)
All Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra concerts at the Centennial Concert Hall, 555 Main St.
Manitoba Chamber Orchestra presents Jumpcuts: a montage of new music. It’s a celebration of mostly Canadian music, featuring work by Randolph Peters, Julian Grant, Gabriel Dharmoo, Larry Strachan, and Caitlin BromsJacobs (who has arranged Renaissance works for reed trio). There are no door sales, so purchase tickets ahead. (Mar 8 and 9, Julian Pellicano, conductor, Anne Manson, Music Director, Westminster United Church, 745 Westminster Ave)
The Westminster Concert Organ
Series presents Daniel Sañez. Currently Director of Music and Liturgy at the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, Richmond, Virginia, he has performed throughout the United States, Canada,
The Winnipeg Classical Guitar Society
continues their International Artist Concert Series with Dale Kavanagh (Germany/Canada) who will be performing at Lorne Watson Hall, Brandon (Jan 28) and at Precious Blood Church, 200 Kenny St (Jan 29). As well, the society’s local artist series "Frets Alive" is back, starting a little bit later than normal but running into the summer. (Check the society’s website for details.) Plus, Cafe Guitar switches back to an in-person (and socially distanced format). Cafe Guitar provides a forum for people to come together and play guitar for each other in an informal setting. All ages welcome. (Feb 20 matinee, Dalnavert Museum Visitor Centre, 61 Carlton St)
Get up to the minute with Groundswell and GS3: Standing Wave Ensemble: Refractions, curated by Gordon Fitzell. Cutting-edge chamber ensemble Standing Wave is celebrating its 31st year of audacious music making. As part of Groundswell’s Anniversary, Standing Wave will present a bold program of new and recently commissioned pieces for ensemble, interactive electronics, and video, including works by Bekah Simms, Nancy Tam, Gordon Fitzell and others. Included will be world premieres by emerging Manitoba composers Kiara Nathaniel and Rebecca Schroeder. (Mar 1, Muriel Richardson Auditorium, Winnipeg Art Gallery, 300 Memorial Blvd)
DANCE
The Royal Winnipeg Ballet has something for those in need of some magic and charm with a bewitching take on The Sleeping Beauty. When the maleficent Carabosse lays a curse on the newborn Princess Aurora that casts her into a century-long slumber, only the power of love can compel her back home. Tchaikovsky’s iconic composition is brought to life in the choreography of Marius Petipa. (Feb 23 to 27, evenings and a matinee. Venue TBA)
Meanwhile, it’s back to the future with
Winnipeg Contemporary Dancers
and a new commission from Mélanie Demers. This new work will be programmed with Demers’ solo Icône Pop. Internationally acclaimed, Demer’s work has been presented throughout Europe, the Americas, Africa, and Asia. Her multi-award-winning work is known for its originality, intensity, and complexity. This show features a unique audience experience with performances inside the theatre and “in situ” in the McKim Building’s underground parkade. (Feb 25 and 26, evening, and Feb 27, matinee. All performances will take place at the Rachel Browne Theatre, 211 Bannatyne Ave, unless otherwise noted.)
MUSEUMS AND GALLERIES
The Winnipeg Art Gallery/Qaumajuq has things for your eyes and your soul. INUA is the inaugural exhibition of Qaumajuq, the Inuit art centre at the WAG. Spirit or life force in many dialects across the Arctic, INUA is also an acronym for Inuit Nunangat Ungammuaktut Atautikkut or ‘Inuit Moving Forward Together,’ reflecting the curatorial vision for Qaumajuq. INUA brings together work created by over 90 Inuit artists from across northern Canada, as well as some living in the urban South, and collaborators from Alaska and Greenland. (Until Apr 2022)
Naadohbii is from the Anishinaabemow in language and translates as “to draw/ seek water.” Featuring over 20 artists, including some newly commissioned pieces, Naadohbii: To Draw Water is tri-national, sharing interdisciplinary artwork from Turtle Island, Australia, and Aotearoa (New Zealand). (Until Feb 5)
2020 was the 150th anniversary of the founding of the Province of Manitoba, and the province’s entry into Canadian confederation was fraught, marked not only by organized resistance, but also by deep and careful thinking about the future and its possibilities. Kwaata-nihtaawakihk – A Hard Birth will bring together key archival documents, historic objects, and paintings with the work of 15 contemporary artists representing Metis, First Nations, and non-Indigenous communities. Stay tuned for special events, performances, screenings, workshops, and more. (Mar 2022)
The Surrealist Impulse showcases the distinctive work of two Manitoba artists: Ivan Eyre and Dalla Husband, featuring paintings, prints, and drawings that explore the techniques and influence of Surrealism on the creative practices of both artists. (Until May 22) Meanwhile, Cliff Eyland: Library of Babel – A Retrospective celebrates the life and work of the Canadian artist, curator, writer, and educator. The exhibition mixes more than one thousand of Eyland’s signature three by five-inch paintings and drawings with videos, photographs, digital prints, and selected archival documents to explore his ambitious 40-year career. (Jan 22 to May 15)
The Winnipeg Art Gallery/Qaumajuq is at 300 Memorial Blvd.
Cre8ery Gallery has exhibitions throughout the year. The Main Gallery showcases Anmol Zeyvar (Precious Jewels) by Winnipeg based multi-media artist Bhavni Bhakoo with work influenced by her East Indian heritage. (Jan 6-Feb 1) To follow: Through and Through, by Tameem Safi (Feb 3 to 15), Honour & Reverence for the land, the animals, and the work of men and women, by Patricia Bragg (Feb 17 to Mar 1), and Flourish, by Jola Liebzeit (Mar 3 to 15). Meanwhile, the Auxiliary Gallery features new artists every 5 weeks. (Cre8ery Gallery & Studio, 125 Adelaide St)
Soul Gallery is a Winnipeg art gallery featuring Contemporary Fine Art showcasing a diverse and expansive selection of local, national, and international artists: paintings, sculpture, monoprints, in a home-based studio. (Soul Gallery, 163 Clare Ave)
Adventures and Knowledge await at the Manitoba Museum. Take a journey through the museum’s immersive galleries that tell the human and natural history of Manitoba north to south, and ancient to contemporary times. From stampeding bison to the magnificent fossil of a pliosaur, a marine reptile that lived in the Cretaceous Sea that covered Manitoba 90 million years ago, to the Nonsuch, the little ship that helped start the Hudson’s Bay Company. At writing time, the Science Gallery is open Saturday and Sunday, and admission is by timed admission tickets. The Planetarium is also open on the weekend: Keep a lookout for details about the shows. (In the meantime, check out DOME@HOME, a weekly series of free virtual programming inviting Manitobans to explore the universe with Planetarium Astronomer Scott Young.) The Manitoba Museum is at 190 Rupert Ave.
