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The Grey Nuns' convent, Winnipeg's oldest building, houses Le Musée de Saint-Boniface Museum. Built for the Grey Nuns who arrived in the Red River Colony in 1844, the
St. Boniface Museum
Le Musée de
Saint-Boniface Museum.
(Photo: R. Barrow, 2000)
structure is an outstanding example of Red River frame construction. The Museum presents an impressive collection of artifacts that reveal the lives and culture of the Francophone and Métis communities of Manitoba, including a special exhibit about Louis Riel, the "father" of Manitoba.


• Reception services and guided tours for groups
• Directly opposite the Forks, within walking distance of Saint-Boniface Cathedral
• Bilingual staff
• Gift shop
• Wheelchair accessible

St. Boniface Museum
A Beacon on the Red: the Cathedrals of St. Boniface" - an exhibit on display in the Museum's chapel.

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Museum hours


Remberance Day, November 11th - Closed

November 1st 2009 to May 21st, 2010
Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Saturday - Closed



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Admission (GST included, subject to change)

St. Boniface Museum
The Grey Nuns' common room.
(Photo: R. Barrow)

 

Adults $5.00
Students (6-17 years or with valid student ID) $4.00
Seniors (60+ years) $4.00
Children 5 and under (accompanied by an adult) free
Family (maximum two adults) $15.00

Guided group tours arranged by appointment only. Additional fees are applicable. Please call (204) 237-4500.

Coupons and Discounts

Show the following cards or coupons to receive a discount:

Coupons:
"Show & Save" book
Travel Manitoba's "Travel Values" card
"Winnipeg Entertainment" book

Membership cards:
AAA American Automobile Association
AMM Association of Manitoba Museums
CAA Canadian Automobile Association
CMA Canadian Museums Association
HI Hostelling International
Parks Canada (National Historic Sites)

The following packages include a visit to the Museum:

• Folklorama
• Inn at the Forks
• Ô Tours
Tourisme Riel's Riel passport

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Facility rentals

Le Musée de Saint-Boniface Museum can provide rooms for small receptions, concerts and meetings, and such gatherings enjoy a certain cachet. The Chapel area can accommodate 60 to 70 people and is ideal for functions such as wine and cheese receptions or book launches. Its acoustics also make it ideal for intimate concerts. The

St. Boniface Museum
Lunch served in the multipurpose room.
multi-purpose room on the second floor accommodates up to 30 individuals, while the Board Room on the third floor, where one can admire the open-beam ceiling, is an ideal location for a small group of up to 10 people. Guests are welcome to visit the display areas on their own, or, if requested in advance, guided tours can be provided.

Terms and conditions of use may vary and further details can be obtained by contacting the Director, Philippe Mailhot, at (204) 986-8495 or by email at pmailhot@msbm.mb.ca.

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How to find us

Location: 494 Taché Avenue, between Avenue de la Cathédrale and Despins Street, in Saint-Boniface, part of Winnipeg's Riel District.

Download a map here

On foot: 20-minute walk from The Forks Market by either going over the Esplanade Riel pedestrian bridge which leads to the corner of Provencher Boulevard and Taché Avenue, or over the Norwood Bridge that connects Main Street in Winnipeg and Marion and Goulet Streets in Saint-Boniface.

By bus: Winnipeg Transit routes 10 and 56. Consult the web site for fares and schedules http://www.winnipegtransit.com/main/

Parking: free with a two-hour limit on Avenue de la Cathédrale and Despins Street.

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