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Knowledge Sharing Series - Food with Feast Café Bistro
Culture and entertainment History Nature
Time: 12:00 PM - 03:00 PMLocation(s): Lower Fort Garry National Historic SiteCost: Admission to all events in included with your daily admission to Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site.Parks Canada welcomes you to a very special Knowledge Sharing Series at Lower Fort Garry.
On select Saturdays throughout July and August, our guests will speak about their experiences and share knowledge that they have gained over the years. Anyone wanting to learn more about and connect more deeply with First Nations and Red River Métis culture is invited and encouraged to attend.
Biography: A passionate home cook turned restaurateur, Christa Guenther has spent over 25 years refining her culinary skills and expanding her knowledge of Indigenous foods. Christa, a proud member of Peguis First Nation is now the owner of Feast Café Bistro, whose menu stems directly from her heart and her garden. Feast is a celebration of Indigenous cultures, offering visitors a unique opportunity to experience modern culinary creations that remain firmly rooted in traditional First Nations and Métis foods.
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Knowledge Sharing Series - Beading and quillwork with Cynthia Boehm
Culture and entertainment History Nature
Time: 12:00 PM - 03:00 PMLocation(s): Lower Fort Garry National Historic SiteCost: Admission to all events in included with your daily admission to Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site.Parks Canada welcomes you to a very special Knowledge Sharing Series at Lower Fort Garry.
On select Saturdays throughout July and August, our guests will speak about their experiences and share knowledge that they have gained over the years. Anyone wanting to learn more about and connect more deeply with First Nations and Red River Métis culture is invited and encouraged to attend.
Biography: Cynthia Boehm is a beadwork artist and designer who grew up in a creative family and now crafts with her appreciation for the Cree-Métis beadwork of her ancestors and the art of her home community of Norway House as inspiration. In particular, Cynthia is influenced by her great-grandmother’s silk embroidery, which is created in the Norway House style, and beadwork. Some of this beadwork is housed at the Manitoba Museum.
Cynthia’s works have been recognized in several art competitions. Furthermore, she was commissioned by the Glasgow Museums Resource Centre in 2020 to produce a “resilience mask”, and in 2024, she received an award at the Santa Fe Indian Market for her dog blanket titled “Muskwa’s Blanket”.
In 2019, she was awarded the Barbara Cook Endres First Place Award for her stand-alone floral beaded piece, “My Journey Home — Honouring Our Grandmothers”, which appeared in the competition at the Manitoba Society of Artists Provincial Open Juried Competition. In 2018, Cynthia was given an award for her beadwork at the Interlake Juried Art Show. Both competitions had rarely seen beadwork entered in the past.
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Treaty No. 1 Commemoration
Culture and entertainment History
Time: 10:00 AM - 04:30 PMLocation(s): Lower Fort Garry National Historic SiteParks Canada is proud to host Treaty No. 1 Commemoration Day at Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site on Aug. 3.
Featuring:
Snake teachings with Carl Smith
Eagle teachings with Jaime Grasby
Bear teachings with Rachel Lenz
Treaty Education with the Treaty Relations Commission of Manitoba
Sandhill crane programming
Bison programming
Bannock and jam
Activities
Closing ceremonies
And much more!Through the Canada Strong Pass initiative, admission to Lower Fort Garry is free from June 19 to Sept. 7.
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Knowledge Sharing Series - Métis jigging with Gavin Forbes
Culture and entertainment History Nature
Time: 12:00 PM - 03:00 PMLocation(s): Lower Fort Garry National Historic SiteCost: Admission to all events in included with your daily admission to Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site.Parks Canada welcomes you to a very special Knowledge Sharing Series at Lower Fort Garry.
On select Saturdays throughout July and August, our guests will speak about their experiences and share knowledge that they have gained over the years. Anyone wanting to learn more about and connect more deeply with First Nations and Red River Métis culture is invited and encouraged to attend.
Biography: Gavin is a professional jigger and dances with the Asham Stompers. As an active member in his Métis Local, Gavin seldom misses opportunities to make connections and be there for his community.
Gavin is a Cultural Educator for Louis Riel Institute and spends his time learning, and using his knowledge to share Red River Métis culture and history to everyone.
Gavin is proudly part of the Red River Métis, Kirton family, which originates in Clandeboye, Saint Eustache, Poplar Point and Portage la Prairie, Manitoba.
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High tea at the Big House
Culture and entertainment Food and drink
Time: 11:00 AM - 03:30 PMLocation(s): Lower Fort Garry National Historic SiteJoin Friends of Lower Fort Garry for a traditional Victorian high tea at the Big House. Nibble on fancy sandwiches and pastries as you enjoy the atmosphere on the verandah.
Reservations are required, and tickets are available at Zeffy.
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Transpo Expo
Culture and entertainment Food and drink History
Time: 10:00 AM - 04:30 PMLocation(s): Lower Fort Garry National Historic SiteFrom moccasins to motor cars, let's explore and celebrate how people have gotten around throughout history! A family-friendly, hands-on event presented in collaboration with the Friends of Lower Fort Garry.
Featuring:
All-British Car Show
Heritage Buses
York Boats on Display
Red River Carts with Armand and Kelly Jerome
Expert Paddle/Canoe Maker
Hobby-Horse Racing Game
Ultimate Voyageur Obstacle Course
Mini Train and train safety with CPKC
Tripsman Relay
Bicycle safety with Manitoba Public Insurance
Outreach from the Winnipeg Railway Museum
And much more!Through the Canada Strong Pass initiative, admission to Lower Fort Garry is free from June 19 to Sept. 7.
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Knowledge Sharing Series
Culture and entertainment History Nature
Time: 12:00 PM - 03:00 PMLocation(s): Lower Fort Garry National Historic SiteCost: Admission to all events in included with your daily admission to Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site.Stay tuned for more details!
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Knowledge Sharing Series - Food with Feast Café Bistro
Culture and entertainment History Nature
Time: 12:00 PM - 03:00 PMLocation(s): Lower Fort Garry National Historic SiteCost: Admission to all events in included with your daily admission to Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site.Parks Canada welcomes you to a very special Knowledge Sharing Series at Lower Fort Garry.
On select Saturdays throughout July and August, our guests will speak about their experiences and share knowledge that they have gained over the years. Anyone wanting to learn more about and connect more deeply with First Nations and Red River Métis culture is invited and encouraged to attend.
Biography: A passionate home cook turned restaurateur, Christa Guenther has spent over 25 years refining her culinary skills and expanding her knowledge of Indigenous foods. Christa, a proud member of Peguis First Nation is now the owner of Feast Café Bistro, whose menu stems directly from her heart and her garden. Feast is a celebration of Indigenous cultures, offering visitors a unique opportunity to experience modern culinary creations that remain firmly rooted in traditional First Nations and Métis foods.
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Ghost Walking Tours
Culture and entertainment History
Time: 06:30 PM - 10:30 PMLocation(s): Lower Fort Garry National Historic SiteAre you excited for the return of spooky season? Learn more about Lower Fort Garry and have a scare or two in the dark as the Friends of Lower Fort Garry host Ghost Walking Tours throughout October.
Note: Due to the frightening nature of some of the stories, the tour is not recommended for children younger than 10.
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Ghost Walking Tours
Culture and entertainment History
Time: 06:30 PM - 10:30 PMLocation(s): Lower Fort Garry National Historic SiteAre you excited for the return of spooky season? Learn more about Lower Fort Garry and have a scare or two in the dark as the Friends of Lower Fort Garry host Ghost Walking Tours throughout October.
Note: Due to the frightening nature of some of the stories, the tour is not recommended for children younger than 10.
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Ghost Walking Tours
Culture and entertainment History
Time: 06:30 PM - 10:30 PMLocation(s): Lower Fort Garry National Historic SiteAre you excited for the return of spooky season? Learn more about Lower Fort Garry and have a scare or two in the dark as the Friends of Lower Fort Garry host Ghost Walking Tours throughout October.
Note: Due to the frightening nature of some of the stories, the tour is not recommended for children younger than 10.
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Ghost Walking Tours
Culture and entertainment History
Time: 06:30 PM - 10:30 PMLocation(s): Lower Fort Garry National Historic SiteAre you excited for the return of spooky season? Learn more about Lower Fort Garry and have a scare or two in the dark as the Friends of Lower Fort Garry host Ghost Walking Tours throughout October.
Note: Due to the frightening nature of some of the stories, the tour is not recommended for children younger than 10.
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Ghost Walking Tours
Culture and entertainment History
Time: 06:30 PM - 10:30 PMLocation(s): Lower Fort Garry National Historic SiteAre you excited for the return of spooky season? Learn more about Lower Fort Garry and have a scare or two in the dark as the Friends of Lower Fort Garry host Ghost Walking Tours throughout October.
Note: Due to the frightening nature of some of the stories, the tour is not recommended for children younger than 10.
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Ghost Walking Tours
Culture and entertainment History
Time: 06:30 PM - 10:30 PMLocation(s): Lower Fort Garry National Historic SiteAre you excited for the return of spooky season? Learn more about Lower Fort Garry and have a scare or two in the dark as the Friends of Lower Fort Garry host Ghost Walking Tours throughout October.
Note: Due to the frightening nature of some of the stories, the tour is not recommended for children younger than 10.
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Ghost Walking Tours
Culture and entertainment History
Time: 06:30 PM - 10:30 PMLocation(s): Lower Fort Garry National Historic SiteAre you excited for the return of spooky season? Learn more about Lower Fort Garry and have a scare or two in the dark as the Friends of Lower Fort Garry host Ghost Walking Tours throughout October.
Note: Due to the frightening nature of some of the stories, the tour is not recommended for children younger than 10.
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Ghost Walking Tours
Culture and entertainment History
Time: 06:30 PM - 10:30 PMLocation(s): Lower Fort Garry National Historic SiteAre you excited for the return of spooky season? Learn more about Lower Fort Garry and have a scare or two in the dark as the Friends of Lower Fort Garry host Ghost Walking Tours throughout October.
Note: Due to the frightening nature of some of the stories, the tour is not recommended for children younger than 10.
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Ghost Walking Tours
Culture and entertainment History
Time: 06:30 PM - 10:30 PMLocation(s): Lower Fort Garry National Historic SiteAre you excited for the return of spooky season? Learn more about Lower Fort Garry and have a scare or two in the dark as the Friends of Lower Fort Garry host Ghost Walking Tours throughout October.
Note: Due to the frightening nature of some of the stories, the tour is not recommended for children younger than 10.
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Ghost Walking Tours
Culture and entertainment History
Time: 06:30 PM - 10:30 PMLocation(s): Lower Fort Garry National Historic SiteAre you excited for the return of spooky season? Learn more about Lower Fort Garry and have a scare or two in the dark as the Friends of Lower Fort Garry host Ghost Walking Tours throughout October.
Note: Due to the frightening nature of some of the stories, the tour is not recommended for children younger than 10.
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Holiday Market
Culture and entertainment Food and drink
Time: 10:00 AM - 03:00 PMLocation(s): Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site
Wheelchair Accessible
Find the perfect gift for a loved one while supporting local artisans! The Friends of Lower Fort Garry Holiday Market is returning to Lower Fort Garry’s Visitor Reception Centre on Nov. 28. Start your shopping early and prepare your home for the holiday season with diverse vendors throughout the market.
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Holiday Market
Culture and entertainment Food and drink
Time: 10:00 AM - 03:00 PMLocation(s): Lower Fort Garry National Historic SiteWheelchair Accessible
Find the perfect gift for a loved one while supporting local artisans! The Friends of Lower Fort Garry Holiday Market is returning to Lower Fort Garry’s Visitor Reception Centre on Nov. 29. Start your shopping early and prepare your home for the holiday season with diverse vendors throughout the market.
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