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Winnipegosis Grain Elevators

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At one time these giant structures dotted the Canadian skyline from coast to coast. Because our father, Bill Waters was the grain buyer for the National in Fork River from 1946-1964 my siblings and I have strong memories of spending … Continue reading →

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This photo of Sam and Harry Hunter is taken from the “Pioneers of the Mowat School District”. In 1904 they purchased their uncle’s (Enos Draper) homestead on NW 1/4 32-28-18 in the Mowat area. They commercially fished on Lake Dauphin … Continue reading →

Gruber

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When the Lake Manitoba Railway and Canal Company line was extended in 1897 from Sifton, it stopped at a small settlement called Gruber, about a mile and a half south of the present village of Winnipegosis. This place took the … Continue reading →

Snyder’s Garage

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1926 -1964 Snyder’s Garage was built in 1926 by Oscar Fredrickson for a relative Harry Palmerson who operated it in 1926 and 27 then it was rented by Bill Patterson for 1928, it was then bought by Charles M. and … Continue reading →

Sopilka Dancers

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With the influx of Ukrainian immigrants, their vibrant culture soon became woven into the daily fabric of this area. A dramatic Ukrainian society was formed in the early 1900’s as well as dance groups. The top picture is of Ukrainian … Continue reading →

The Soldier Piper

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This photo of World War I Veteran, Mr. Ferguson, was taken on the Winnipegosis station platform. The sign to the left reads” Great North Western Cable Office”. Mr. Ferguson was wounded in WWI and went regularly to Winnipeg for medical … Continue reading →

Ukrainian Immigrants

Winnipegosis Museums Posted on April 18, 2022 by winnipegosismuseumsMay 4, 2022

The Ukrainian immigrants brought many skills with them to this area. Enticed by the offer of 160 acres for $10, many were attracted by land along creeks, rivers and the lakeshore. Easy access to water for their livestock, gardens and … Continue reading →

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Gallery-The Village

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Winnipegosis Museum
310 River Avenue
Winnipegosis, MB

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324 Second Street
Winnipegosis, MB

Museum Hours:
10 am – 4:30 pm
May to October

Admission:
$5/person
12 & under: free with an adult

Winnipegosis Historical Society
P.O. Box 336
Winnipegosis, MB
R0L 2G0
winnipegosismuseums@gmail.com

phone: (204) 656-4318 or 4697

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