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  • January 14, 2025

    The Powerful Stories our Buildings Tell: Murals at 650 Burrows Avenue

    On Tuesday, January 14th, a Winnipeg Free Press article featured a set of two new mural panels that were recently unveiled at Nidinawemaaganag Endaawaad Inc. (Ndinawe) at 650 Burrows.

  • January 13, 2025

    Thank You Heritage Supporters!

    Thank you so much to everyone who made our 2024 December Donation Drive such a success! We are so grateful for all the support we received in 2024 and cannot wait to see what the new year will bring. With your donations, Heritage Winnipeg’s important work advocating for and celebrating Winnipeg’s built heritage will continue!…

  • January 10, 2025

    Significant Historical, Natural, and Cultural Site – Lemay Forest

    Calling for the Invocation of Manitoba Law to Stop the Ongoing Deforestation and Disturbance of Lemay Forest The Manitoba Historical Society, Heritage Winnipeg and the Manitoba Archaeological Society are aware of the current incursion and disturbance within the Lemay Forest in St. Norbert by the developer, Tochal Developments. The Manitoba Historical Society, Heritage Winnipeg and…

  • January 9, 2025

    A Historic Loss in Charleswood

    On Wednesday, demolition began on the historic Chapman School at 3707 Roblin Blvd. The significant site, which carries 111 years of school history, will be filled by a high-end condominium complex. Heritage Winnipeg was quoted in a recent Winnipeg Free Press article that pertains to the matter.

  • January 2, 2025

    EXTENDED! 2024 December Donation Drive

    Heritage Winnipeg’s 2024 December Donation Drive has been extended until February 28th, 2025! This is in alignment with the Government of Canada extending the deadline for making donations eligible for tax support in the 2024 tax year until February 28th, 2025. Don’t miss your chance to make a positive impact for Winnipeg’s built heritage! To…

  • December 23, 2024

    Holding up Hope for Holy Trinity

    Today, the Winnipeg Free Press released an article on the Holy Trinity Anglican Church at 256 Smith Street. The article features a quote from Heritage Winnipeg as well as congregation members and leaders. There have been no concrete decisions made regarding the fate of Holy Trinity Anglican Church and the article aims to spread awareness of the 140-year-old church’s situation and the work that needs to be done within, and in partnership with the community.

  • December 12, 2024

    National Trust for Canada’s Endangered Places List 2024

    Today the National Trust for Canada released their 2024 Endangered Places List. The purpose of this list is to bring attention to at-risk heritage buildings throughout the country.

  • December 5, 2024

    DiscoverIT Website Officially Launched!

    Our new DiscoverIT website is officially open to the public! DiscoverIT features a range of intuitive tools to help you learn more about built heritage.

  • First Fridays Book Sale on Febraury 7th

    Fri., Feb. 7, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

    in 23 days

    Heritage Winnipeg Office

    #509 - 63 Albert Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba

    Join us on Friday, February 7th from 5pm-7pm for our first ever book sale!

    As part of First Fridays in the Exchange, we’ll be offering a selection of new and used books available to purchase. All proceeds will go towards supporting Heritage Winnipeg. Stop by for some amazing book deals!

  • National Trust Conference

    Tue., Nov. 12, 2024, - Sat., Nov. 16, 2024, 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

    64 days ago

    The National Trust Conference (with Canadian Association of Heritage Professionals & Indigenous Heritage Circle) is Canada’s largest heritage learning & networking event. Every year, the conference brings together 500+ individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, including professionals (new and established), artisans and advocates, developers, planners, heritage site operators, researchers, students, and volunteers from across Canada and beyond. This lively annual gathering includes challenging and fascinating case studies and lessons from heritage practice, communities, and industry, as well as productive debate and goal-setting discussions.

    National Trust Conference 2024

    Building Bridges

    The National Trust Conference will be in Montreal this year with heritage volunteers, policymakers, and professionals from across Canada. This year’s theme, Building Bridges, will explore the connection of places, cultures and practices. The conference will have five tracks: “From the Drawing Board to the Worksite: Techniques, Materials and Practitioners,” “Historic Structures Meeting Contemporary Requirements,” “Climate Imperative and Historic Buildings and Places,” “Advancing Diversity, Inclusion, and Reconciliation” and “Removing Systemic Barriers to Heritage-Led Reuse.” Discover how heritage is a social and economic force, discuss sensitive additions to historic places and heritage districts, gain empowerment through heritage advocacy sessions, and participate in partnership learning to better safeguard Indigenous legacy. Meet peers from all throughout Canada, as well as potential employers or project collaborators. You don’t want to miss this important event!

  • Under The Dome Heritage Winnipeg’s Fundraiser

    Fri., Nov. 8, 2024, - Sat., Nov. 9, 2024, 7:00 pm - 12:00 am

    68 days ago

    Millennium Centre

    389 Main Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba

    On November 8th, 1873, the City of Winnipeg was officially incorporated, with the first council meeting taking place in January, 1874. Join Heritage Winnipeg on the anniversary of this important date for our Under The Dome fundraiser. We will be celebrating Winnipeg’s 150th anniversary and raising funds to ensure our rich collection of built heritage stands tall for another 150 years! It will be a wonderful evening with entertainment, drinks and amazing food in the magnificent Millennium Centre.

  • Heritage Winnipeg Presents: Local Artist Showcase at the Millennium Centre

    Fri., Nov. 1, 2024, 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm

    75 days ago

    Millennium Centre

    389 Main Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba

    On Friday, November 1st, Heritage Winnipeg will be participating in First Fridays for the first time ever! Join us at the Millennium Centre for a one-night-only local artist showcase, featuring participants from our summer art contest.

    At 5:30, guest speakers Jordan Van Sewell (ceramic artist and former Heritage Winnipeg President) and Jen Arnold (artist, CBC Gem “Best In Miniature” season 3 contestant) will share their experiences with heritage and arts. You won’t want to miss this FREE one-of-a-kind event!

    First Fridays in the Exchange is a monthly event showcasing businesses and artists in the exchange district. Read more about the organization here.

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  • Winnipeg 150: Then and Now Presentation

    Tue., Oct. 8, 2024, 9:45 am - 11:30 am

    99 days ago

    Ralph Connor House

    54 West Gate, Winnipeg, Manitoba

    The University Women’s Club Continuing Education Committee is hosting a three part lecture series titled “Winnipeg Architecture: Looking Back, Looking Ahead” at Ralph Connor House (54 West Gate). The first of these lectures will be given by Heritage Winnipeg’s Executive Director, Cindy Tugwell!

    Join Cindy for “Winnipeg 150: Then and Now”, a presentation that celebrates built heritage and the heritage community. In the first part of the presentation, Cindy will share some of the most important and influential buildings in our city’s history, ranging from the Red River Frame structures of the 1850s to the modernist masterpieces of the late 1960s. The second part tells the story of Heritage Winnipeg, beginning with the “Save our Heritage” movement of the late 1970s and moving through the many projects that the organization has been involved in, ending with ongoing projects and looking to the future.

    The lecture series will take place at the historic home of Reverend Charles Gordon, who is more commonly recognized by his pen name, Ralph Connor. When Gordon passed away in 1937, the historic property was purchased by the University Women’s Club. Since then, the club has continued to use the house as a meeting place while respecting and honouring its important history.

    Tickets for all three lectures can be purchased on the University Women’s Club Website. We hope to see you there!

  • Heritage Winnipeg’s 2024 Annual General Meeting

    Thu., Sep. 26, 2024, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

    111 days ago

    Millennium Centre

    389 Main Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba

    Heritage Winnipeg
    cordially invites you to attend our
    ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

    Thursday, September 26th, 2024
    6:00 pm to 7:00 pm

    Millennium Centre · 389 Main Street
    DOORS OPEN AT 5:30 PM
    free street parking starts at 5:30 pm

    keynote presentation
    KENNETH INGRAM
    Stories Our Buildings Tell in Northwest Winnipeg
    You will not want to miss the knowledgeable and engaging President of the newly formed Seven Oaks Historical Society speaking about the history of northwest Winnipeg! His presentation will start all the way back in the early 1800s, winding its way to the present day and buildings that you might pass by every day. There will be a special focus on buildings that have not received much attention over the years – so even those familiar with the area’s history are bound to be surprised and learn something new!

  • Winnipeg 150 Book Presentation at the Millennium Library

    Mon., Jun. 24, 2024, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

    205 days ago

    Millenium Library - Carol Shields Auditorium

    251 Donald Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba

    Join Robert Sweeney (illustrator), Cindy Tugwell (Heritage Winnipeg Executive Director), and Greg Agnew (Heritage Winnipeg President) in celebrating our commemorative Winnipeg 150 book and the stories our buildings tell in the Carol Shields Auditorium at the Millenium Library on June 24th, 2024, from 5:30pm-7:30pm.

  • Doors Open Winnipeg 2024

    Sat., May. 25, 2024, - Sun., May. 26, 2024, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

    235 days ago

    Celebrating the stories our buildings tell!

    Held annually on the last weekend of May, Doors Open Winnipeg is a FREE city-wide celebration of Winnipeg’s distinct spaces, outstanding architecture and vibrant history. We encourage everyone to explore Winnipeg’s past at unique events and tours located throughout the city. Since 2004, over 300,000 visitors and countless volunteers have made Doors Open Winnipeg one of the city’s essential spring events.

    Don’t miss out on this event as we celebrate Winnipeg’s 150th Anniversary and its fascinating history alongside the amazing built heritage treasures, cultural institutions and historic streetscapes!

    Please visit the Doors Open Winnipeg website to learn more about this event.

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