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  • High tea at the Big House

    Culture and entertainment Food and drink
    Time: 11:00 AM - 03:30 PM
    Location(s): Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site

    Join Friends of Lower Fort Garry for a traditional Victorian high tea at the Big House. Nibble on fancy sandwiches and pastries as you enjoy the atmosphere on the verandah.

    Reservations are required, and tickets are available at Zeffy.

  • Transpo Expo

    Culture and entertainment Food and drink History
    Time: 10:00 AM - 04:30 PM
    Location(s): Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site

    From moccasins to motor cars, let's explore and celebrate how people have gotten around throughout history! A family-friendly, hands-on event presented in collaboration with the Friends of Lower Fort Garry.

    Featuring:

    All-British Car Show
    Heritage Buses
    York Boats on Display
    Red River Carts with Armand and Kelly Jerome
    Expert Paddle/Canoe Maker
    Hobby-Horse Racing Game
    Ultimate Voyageur Obstacle Course
    Mini Train and train safety with CPKC
    Tripsman Relay
    Bicycle safety with Manitoba Public Insurance
    Outreach from the Winnipeg Railway Museum
    And much more!

    Through the Canada Strong Pass initiative, admission to Lower Fort Garry is free from June 19 to Sept. 7.

  • Knowledge Sharing Series - Beadwork with Jennine Krauchi

    Culture and entertainment History Nature
    Time: 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM
    Location(s): Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site
    Cost: Admission to all events in included with your daily admission to Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site.

    Parks Canada welcomes you to a very special Knowledge Sharing Series at Lower Fort Garry.

    On select Saturdays throughout July and August, our guests will speak about their experiences and share knowledge that they have gained over the years. Anyone wanting to learn more about and connect more deeply with First Nations and Red River Métis culture is invited and encouraged to attend.

    Biography: Jennine Krauchi is a Red River Métis beadwork artist and designer based in Winnipeg, Manitoba. She began beading 40 years ago, taught by her mother, Jenny Meyer. Since then, she has worked to continue this traditional medium. Among her many accomplishments, Jennine has taught hundreds of workshops including at the St. Boniface Museum, the Manitoba Museum, and Festival du Voyageur. She has created beaded gifts and regalia for the Manitoba Métis Federation and Ka Ni Kanichihk and her designs have appeared on two coins for the Canadian Mint in 2022 and 2023. Her work has been shown both nationally and internationally, including at WAG-Qaumajuq, the Canadian Museum for Human Rights, and the National Gallery of Canada.

  • High tea at the Big House

    Culture and entertainment Food and drink
    Time: 11:00 AM - 03:30 PM
    Location(s): Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site

    Join Friends of Lower Fort Garry for a traditional Victorian high tea at the Big House. Nibble on fancy sandwiches and pastries as you enjoy the atmosphere on the verandah.

    Reservations are required, and tickets are available at Zeffy.

  • Knowledge Sharing Series - Food with Feast Café Bistro

    Culture and entertainment History Nature
    Time: 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM
    Location(s): Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site
    Cost: Admission to all events in included with your daily admission to Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site.

    Parks Canada welcomes you to a very special Knowledge Sharing Series at Lower Fort Garry.

    On select Saturdays throughout July and August, our guests will speak about their experiences and share knowledge that they have gained over the years. Anyone wanting to learn more about and connect more deeply with First Nations and Red River Métis culture is invited and encouraged to attend.

    Biography: A passionate home cook turned restaurateur, Christa Guenther has spent over 25 years refining her culinary skills and expanding her knowledge of Indigenous foods. Christa, a proud member of Peguis First Nation is now the owner of Feast Café Bistro, whose menu stems directly from her heart and her garden. Feast is a celebration of Indigenous cultures, offering visitors a unique opportunity to experience modern culinary creations that remain firmly rooted in traditional First Nations and Métis foods.

  • Ghost Walking Tours

    Culture and entertainment History
    Time: 06:30 PM - 10:30 PM
    Location(s): Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site

    Are you excited for the return of spooky season? Learn more about Lower Fort Garry and have a scare or two in the dark as the Friends of Lower Fort Garry host Ghost Walking Tours throughout October.

    Note: Due to the frightening nature of some of the stories, the tour is not recommended for children younger than 10.

  • Ghost Walking Tours

    Culture and entertainment History
    Time: 06:30 PM - 10:30 PM
    Location(s): Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site

    Are you excited for the return of spooky season? Learn more about Lower Fort Garry and have a scare or two in the dark as the Friends of Lower Fort Garry host Ghost Walking Tours throughout October.

    Note: Due to the frightening nature of some of the stories, the tour is not recommended for children younger than 10.

  • Ghost Walking Tours

    Culture and entertainment History
    Time: 06:30 PM - 10:30 PM
    Location(s): Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site

    Are you excited for the return of spooky season? Learn more about Lower Fort Garry and have a scare or two in the dark as the Friends of Lower Fort Garry host Ghost Walking Tours throughout October.

    Note: Due to the frightening nature of some of the stories, the tour is not recommended for children younger than 10.

  • Ghost Walking Tours

    Culture and entertainment History
    Time: 06:30 PM - 10:30 PM
    Location(s): Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site

    Are you excited for the return of spooky season? Learn more about Lower Fort Garry and have a scare or two in the dark as the Friends of Lower Fort Garry host Ghost Walking Tours throughout October.

    Note: Due to the frightening nature of some of the stories, the tour is not recommended for children younger than 10.

  • Ghost Walking Tours

    Culture and entertainment History
    Time: 06:30 PM - 10:30 PM
    Location(s): Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site

    Are you excited for the return of spooky season? Learn more about Lower Fort Garry and have a scare or two in the dark as the Friends of Lower Fort Garry host Ghost Walking Tours throughout October.

    Note: Due to the frightening nature of some of the stories, the tour is not recommended for children younger than 10.

  • Ghost Walking Tours

    Culture and entertainment History
    Time: 06:30 PM - 10:30 PM
    Location(s): Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site

    Are you excited for the return of spooky season? Learn more about Lower Fort Garry and have a scare or two in the dark as the Friends of Lower Fort Garry host Ghost Walking Tours throughout October.

    Note: Due to the frightening nature of some of the stories, the tour is not recommended for children younger than 10.

  • Ghost Walking Tours

    Culture and entertainment History
    Time: 06:30 PM - 10:30 PM
    Location(s): Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site

    Are you excited for the return of spooky season? Learn more about Lower Fort Garry and have a scare or two in the dark as the Friends of Lower Fort Garry host Ghost Walking Tours throughout October.

    Note: Due to the frightening nature of some of the stories, the tour is not recommended for children younger than 10.

  • Ghost Walking Tours

    Culture and entertainment History
    Time: 06:30 PM - 10:30 PM
    Location(s): Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site

    Are you excited for the return of spooky season? Learn more about Lower Fort Garry and have a scare or two in the dark as the Friends of Lower Fort Garry host Ghost Walking Tours throughout October.

    Note: Due to the frightening nature of some of the stories, the tour is not recommended for children younger than 10.

  • Ghost Walking Tours

    Culture and entertainment History
    Time: 06:30 PM - 10:30 PM
    Location(s): Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site

    Are you excited for the return of spooky season? Learn more about Lower Fort Garry and have a scare or two in the dark as the Friends of Lower Fort Garry host Ghost Walking Tours throughout October.

    Note: Due to the frightening nature of some of the stories, the tour is not recommended for children younger than 10.

  • Ghost Walking Tours

    Culture and entertainment History
    Time: 06:30 PM - 10:30 PM
    Location(s): Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site

    Are you excited for the return of spooky season? Learn more about Lower Fort Garry and have a scare or two in the dark as the Friends of Lower Fort Garry host Ghost Walking Tours throughout October.

    Note: Due to the frightening nature of some of the stories, the tour is not recommended for children younger than 10.

  • Holiday Market

    Culture and entertainment Food and drink
    Time: 10:00 AM - 03:00 PM
    Location(s): Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site
    Wheelchair Accessible

    Find the perfect gift for a loved one while supporting local artisans! The Friends of Lower Fort Garry Holiday Market is returning to Lower Fort Garry’s Visitor Reception Centre on Nov. 28. Start your shopping early and prepare your home for the holiday season with diverse vendors throughout the market.

  • Holiday Market

    Culture and entertainment Food and drink
    Time: 10:00 AM - 03:00 PM
    Location(s): Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site
    Wheelchair Accessible

    Find the perfect gift for a loved one while supporting local artisans! The Friends of Lower Fort Garry Holiday Market is returning to Lower Fort Garry’s Visitor Reception Centre on Nov. 29. Start your shopping early and prepare your home for the holiday season with diverse vendors throughout the market.

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