The Historical Museum of St. James-Assiniboia
3180 Portage Avenue R3K 0Y5 Winnipeg, MB, Canada

Send us your photographs and be a part of this collaborative community show. Whether your a professional photographer or still learning how to take a photo on your phone, we want your pictures that show the year 2020 through your eyes. Find all the info at: http://stjamesmuseum.com/call-for-photographs/

Celebrating 50 Years of Community Images: Students gather on the grounds of the museum to participate in interactive educational programming. Find online programming at http://stjamesmuseum.com/category/learn-at-home/

Celebrating 50 Years of Community Images: Students from our educational and summer programs over the years participate in pioneer crafts and outdoor games. Find online programming at http://stjamesmuseum.com/category/learn-at-home/

Thank you Councillor Kevin Klein for your continued recognition of the Historical Museum of St. James-Assiniboia.

Celebrating 50 Years of Community This Sunday marks the Historical Museum of St. James-Assiniboia’s 50th Anniversary. Join us in celebrating this week as we look back over the last 50 years. Image: Staff member in costume holds violin during educational program.... Find online programming at http://stjamesmuseum.com/category/learn-at-home/

The Historical Museum of St. James-Assiniboia is creating a photographic show and we are looking for anyone that would like to be a participant in this collaborative venture. Visit our website for more information: http://stjamesmuseum.com/call-for-photographs/

Call for Photographs Community Show: Year 2020 How will the year 2020 be remembered?... It’s been said that the way we live history is not the way historians tell history. This is your opportunity to take your place in history and show us your personal life experiences and observations during the year 2020. The Historical Museum of St. James-Assiniboia is creating a photographic show and we are looking for anyone that would like to be a participant in this collaborative venture. Learn how to participate here: http://stjamesmuseum.com/call-for-photographs/

My summer staff presenting a section of our historic walking your

The cenotaph in Bruce Park was erected in honour of those who served our country.

Thank you again to everyone who watched our Pioneer Heritage Day. Didnt get a chance to watch it? Dont worry, the whole event will be posted to our website in the next few days. For now, scroll back through our feed, or check out our Instagram Story Highlights for all the performances from our event. Thank you again to Councillor Kevin Klein, Marty Morantz, M.P., Hon. Scott Fielding, M.L.A., Scott Johnston, M.L.A., and Councillor Scott Gillingham for your interest in helping us preserve our history. And thank you again to Councillor Kevin Klein and Assiniboine Credit Union for their contribution towards Pioneer Heritage Day.

Take a peek at the collection of the Historical Museum of St. James-Assiniboia as our staff highlights artifacts from our collection. Find more at http://stjamesmuseum.com//learn-at-ho/insideourcollection/

Thank you to everyone who participated in our Pioneer Heritage Day. Whether you tuned in online or toured the museum in person, we appreciate all your support. Not ready for the fun to end? Fear not, the next event in our 50th Anniversary Celebration Series will be October 22. Find all the details at:... http://stjamesmuseum.com//events-and-exhi/upcoming-events/ See more

Thank you to all of our volunteers and staff who made today possible. And thank you to all of you who tuned in online and came to visit us today!

Thank you so much to Erin Okrainec for performing at our Pioneer Heritage Day. Here is Erin in the final performance of the day.

Once again here is Erin Okrainec.

We are so grateful to Jason Eastwood for coming down to the museum to perform for us. Here, for his last song today, is Jason Eastwood.

Historical Theatre 1856 Red River Frame House

Were so grateful that our next performers could join us once again this year for Pioneer Heritage Day. These French Canadian Jiggers have performed across the globe. Here is Kadance.

Once again, here is Jason Eastwood.

Emily Bergen grew up dancing in Winnipeg. After completing her BA in Dance, Emily formerly taught at the Royal Winnipeg Ballet. We want to thank Emily for sharing this piece with us. Here is Emily Bergen in PDLIF.

Here is Jason Eastwood performing in our 1856 Red River Frame House. Stay tuned in for more of Jasons performances coming up soon.

We would like to once again thank Elders Clarence and Barbara Nepinak for joining us and opening our event today. Clarence Nepinak serves on the Board of the Historical Museum of St. James-Assiniboia and both Barbara and Clarence are recipients of the Order of Manitoba and local community Elders.

Join our friends Lilly and Poppy in learning how to make paper patchwork quilts. Find written instructions at http://stjamesmuseum.com/patchwork-quilt/

Jump over to our website for instructions on how to make these adorable pioneer clothespin dolls: http://stjamesmuseum.com/clothespin-dolls/

Lets take a peek in the 1856 Red River Frame Houses nursery to see what fun activities are happening.

Take a Peek Inside our 1890s Interpretive Centre

We are so excited to have Jason Eastwood performing at our Pioneer Heritage Day. Jason was born and raised in Winnipeg, Manitoba. He has performed professionally across Canada and taught at Dalhousie University. Here is Jason Eastwood inside our 1911 Municipal Hall.

This Pioneer Heritage Day we remember Jack Brown, Historical Museum of St. James-Assiniboia Museum Board Member and Restoration Chair for the 1856 Red River Frame House, who passed away in 2018. Today we honour your contributions to the museum over many years of service.

First up in our line-up is Erin Okrainec. Erin is a fiddler from Winnipeg, Manitoba. She performed at Pioneer Heritage Day last year and is back again with more music for us. Be sure to tune back in at 3:30pm for Erins second set this afternoon.

Our entertainment is coming up right away! Check out this sneek peek of Erin Okrainec performing in our 1856 Red River Frame House.

Thank you Jeff Rohne.

Thank you to Councillor Kevin Klein and Assiniboine Credit Union.

And now for a welcome from our local government representatives. We would like to thank Councillor Kevin Klein and Assiniboine Credit Union for their contribution towards Pioneer Heritage Day. This event would not be possible without your support. We would also like to thank Councillor Kevin Klein, Marty Morantz, M.P., Hon. Scott Fielding, M.L.A., Scott Johnston, M.L.A., and Councillor Scott Gillingham for their participation in Pioneer Heritage Day and interest in helping us... to perserve our past. Scott Johnston, M.L.A. sends his best wishes to the Historical Museum of St. James-Assiniboia for their Pioneer Heritage Day.

Our 50th Anniversary Event Series is starting right now with our Pioneer Heritage Day. Virtual entertainment, crafts, and tours are coming to you right here. You wont want to miss this.

We thank Elders Clarence and Barbara Nepinak for joining us and opening our event today. Clarence Nepinak serves on the Board of the Historical Museum of St. James-Assiniboia and both Barbara and Clarence are recipients of the Order of Manitoba and local community Elders.

The Historical Museum of St. James-Assiniboia presents Pioneer Heritage Day

You wont want to miss our first ever Virtual Pioneer Heritage Day, happening right here.

Admission to the museum is FREE today for Doors Open Winnipeg! Stop by anytime between 10am to 4pm. If you cant visit us in person, do not fear. Pioneer Heritage Day is coming to you right here on Instagram, starting at 10am.

Pioneer Heritage Day is tomorrow, but right now we would like to thank our local government representatives for their dedication to the Historical Museum of St. James-Assiniboia. We would like to thank Councillor Kevin Klein and Assiniboine Credit Union for their contribution towards Pioneer Heritage Day. This event would not be possible without your support. We would also like to thank Councillor Kevin Klein, Marty Morantz, M.P., Hon. Scott Fielding, M.L.A., and Councillor Scott Gillingham for their participation in Pioneer Heritage Day and interest in helping us to perserve our past.

When you come to visit us tomorrow during Pioneer Heritage Day/Doors Open Winnipeg, look out for these signs to participate in our brand new, virtual, self-guided tour of the museum. You wont want to miss it.

Pioneer Heritage Day is tomorrow! Be sure to tune into our Facebook and Instagram accounts starting at 10am to catch all the entertainment and activities! Find the full schedule here: http://stjamesmuseum.com/pioneer-heritage-day/ Dont forget to stop by the museum to participate in Doors Open Winnipeg and enjoy free admission all day (Open from 10am-4pm).... Please note that masks are required inside the museum.

The museum is a three-time Doors Open Winnipeg award winner for "Best Overall Experience" and "Hidden Gem". Come visit us on Saturday from 10am-4pm for Doors Open Winnipeg 2020, happening in conjunction with our Virtual Pioneer Heritage Day. Please note that masks are required inside the museum.... Find all the details: http://stjamesmuseum.com//events-and-exhi/upcoming-events/

See you on Saturday!

We are 2 days away from Pioneer Heritage Day! Be sure to watch right here on Facebook for virtual performances, crafts, and tours posted throughout the day. Remember, you can also come visit us at the museum on Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm for tours and theatrical performances. (Masks are required inside the museum.) Click here to see our updated schedule of events: http://stjamesmuseum.com/pioneer-heritage-day/

We are celebrating Pioneer Heritage Day this Saturday in conjunction with Heritage Winnipegs Doors Open. So while you are checking out the events online, dont forget to stop by the museum and enjoy free admission this Saturday. Please note that masks are required inside the museum. Find all the details at http://stjamesmuseum.com//events-and-exhi/upcoming-events/

Pioneer Heritage Day is this Saturday! Join us on Facebook and Instagram from 10am-4pm for entertainment, virtual tours, and activities. We are celebrating Pioneer Heritage Day in conjunction with Heritage Winnipegs Doors Open. So while you are checking out the events online, dont forget to stop by the museum and enjoy free admission this Saturday. Please note that masks are required inside the museum.... Find all the details at http://stjamesmuseum.com//events-and-exhi/upcoming-events/