fbpx
Print Friendly, PDF & Email

May 5, 2023

2023 Red River Heritage Fair: Congratulations Winners!

This year, Red River Heritage Fair was held on May 4th at the University of Winnipeg. Returning for the first time in three years, it was also the 30th anniversary on the event. The Heritage Fair program encourages students from grades 4 and 11 to explore the history of our country in a dynamic and hands-on environment. Students use the medium of their choice to recount the stories of the people, events, familial events and key moments from Canadian history, with the best projects from the 15 participating schools being showcased at the University.

On Heritage Fair day, students presented their research, responded to questions from judges and shared their projects with fellow students, parents, teachers and community members. Projects are judged on a variety of categories by volunteers, with Heritage Winnipeg’s President, Greg Agnew, being one of them this year. Agnew also presented the “Heritage Winnipeg Award” to three outstanding students: Grant Park High School’s Kezia Jenkins and Sebastian Silva for their project “History of the Street Car” and Assiniboine School’s Nieve Sala for their “Mysteries of the Legislative Building” project.

Alongside the student presentations, the Heritage Fair also featured a Ukrainian “Cirque du Soleil-esque” dance performance, scavengers hunts and interactive workshops that are put together by local museums, historical societies and organizations. It was a busy day filled with exploration, learning and fun, challenging students to grow as individuals and deepen their appreciation for history. Congratulations to everyone who made the return of the Red River Heritage Fair such a successful event and to all the hard working students!

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

logo

 / Recent News

May 12, 2024

Happy Manitoba Day! Celebrate With a Free Activity Booklet!

154 years ago today, on May 12, 1870, Manitoba officially became a province. The province was founded on the traditional lands of the Cree, Anishinaabe, Oji-Cree, Dakota/Lakota (Sioux), and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Métis Nation. Manitoba is known as the “Keystone” province due to its shape and location in the centre…

May 7, 2024

Celebrating Winnipeg’s 150: Doors Open Winnipeg 2024

Heritage Winnipeg is proud to present our 21st annual Doors Open Winnipeg, celebrating Winnipeg’s 150th anniversary through its built heritage treasures, cultural institutions and historic streetscapes. Come explore Winnipeg’s past through open buildings, fun events and exclusive tours on May 25th and 26th, 2024. Volunteers will answer questions while guided tours will maximize the immersive…

April 23, 2024

A Bag Full Of History: Ogilvie Flour Mill Memorabilia

Heritage Winnipeg would like to thank Mary and Bill Gulka for their thoughtful donation of Ogilvie Flour Mill memorabilia that once belonged to Tom Moore, a Purchasing Manager at the Ogilvie Flour Mill in Winnipeg. These unique pieces are a tangible connection to Winnipeg’s historic involvement in the Canadian grain industry and to a landmark…

April 19, 2024

Congratulations 2024 Preservation Award Winners!

Heritage Winnipeg’s 38th Annual Preservation Awards were held on April 17th, 2024 to celebrate the individuals and organizations who went above and beyond in the conservation and restoration of Winnipeg’s built heritage. At this year’s ceremony held in the Millennium Centre, nine awards were handed out to exceptional heritage projects and individuals. It was a…

April 5, 2024

Doors Open Winnipeg 2024: Call For Volunteers!

Do you love Winnipeg? Do you love history? Do you love our city’s built heritage? Then, Doors Open Winnipeg needs YOU! Heritage Winnipeg’s Doors Open Winnipeg is a FREE annual event held on the last weekend of May, inviting the public to explore our built heritage treasures, cultural institutions and historic streetscapes. It is an…

April 2, 2024

Internship Opportunity: Heritage Officer

Heritage Winnipeg is currently accepting applications for a Heritage Officer Internship funded through Young Canada Works at Building Careers in Heritage. We are looking for a talented and enthusiastic university graduate passionate about advocating for and celebrating Winnipeg’s built heritage to join our team. This positions will require you to work from our office located…

Subscribe to Heritage Winnipeg Blog