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November 6, 2024

Greg Agnew: History Headliner

Heritage Winnipeg’s President, Greg Agnew, is making headlines for his work celebrating Winnipeg’s history. The article titled “Winnipeg’s a treasure-trove of historic sites” by Freda Glow was published in the Free Press: Community Review on Wednesday, November 6th, 2024, extolling the many ways which Agnew spreads his passion for our city’s past. With his interest in built heritage sparked by his aunt as a child, Agnew returned to the topic upon retirement. Wanting to share his enthusiasm for history, Agnew has now spent the past two decades making presentations, advocating to save heritage at risk, volunteering behind the scenes and as a tour guide for Heritage Winnipeg’s Doors Open Winnipeg, judging at the Red River Heritage Fair, taking care of the Millennium Centre and more! As the current President of Heritage Winnipeg, he is involved in endless projects, going above and beyond to ensure they are successful and promoting the efforts of the organizations. Generous, dependable and jovial, Agnew is always willing to lend a hand and takes great pleasure in reminiscing about the past with others. Heritage Winnipeg is so fortunate to have such a treasure as part of our organization. A huge thank you to Agnew for all his hard work!

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June 27, 2025

Portage & Main: Open After 46 Years

Portage & Main officially opened to pedestrians on June 27! This marks the first time in 46 years that pedestrians are allowed to cross the intersection. The prospect of this reopening has long been a topic of debate. For nearly five decades, concrete barriers prevented Winnipegers from crossing the corners of these roads, known as…

June 25, 2025

Meet the Winners of Doors Open 2025!

Results are in, and we’ve found our winners! Heritage Winnipeg is proud to present the winners of Doors Open 2025! A special thanks to all of the hosts and volunteers for their amazing work during the weekend, making it possible to share the stories that our buildings tell. Another thank you goes out to everyone…

June 19, 2025

A New Face at the Office

Heritage Winnipeg would like to thank long time heritage supporter Helen Leeds for her generous donation of a Tribune Building shard. The terracotta head, known as a grotesque, was originally on the facade of the 1914 Tribune Building at 257 Smith Street. We are delighted to have a new friend at the office and take…

June 10, 2025

Brighter Days Ahead for Bleak House

Phase 1 of the Bleak House capital renewal project has begun! The City of Winnipeg’ Municipal Accommodations Division secured funding through the Gail Parvin Hammerquist Fund and supplemental funds from the Municipal Accommodations Division to commence the project. The roof and eavestrough of the building have already been replaced, which will help stop the penetration…

May 25, 2025

Thank You!

Heritage Winnipeg extends a heartfelt thank you to all the amazing guests, dedicated volunteers, gracious hosts, and generous sponsors of Doors Open Winnipeg 2025. Your contributions were pivotal in making this event a success! We were thrilled to witness such a massive turnout, demonstrating your unwavering support for the 22st anniversary of this event. Doors…

May 13, 2025

Get Ready: Doors Open Winnipeg 2025 is Almost Here!

Heritage Winnipeg is proud to present our 22nd annual Doors Open Winnipeg! Join us May 24th and 25th, 2025, for a weekend dedicated to exploring and celebrating built heritage treasures, cultural institutions, and historic streetscapes around our great city. This annual event invites you to visit open buildings, join in on fun events, and partake…

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