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TAKE IN THE KENTON DAM SITE Photo provided by Tourism Winnipeg
WESTMAN REPTILE Kenton Dam, located south of
GARDENS Kenton, was developed for camping,
swimming, and fishing, and makes an
Located near Douglas, the Westman ideal location for the annual Canada
Reptile Gardens is an indoor exhibit Day celebrations. The dam was first
of North America’s most varied constructed on the Brierwood Creek in
collection of reptiles, amphibians, and 1969. Photo provided by Tourism Winnipeg
arachnids under one roof. For more
details go to reptilegardens.ca. VISIT THE MANITOBA MUSEUM
IN WINNIPEG

Set off on a thrilling voyage of excitement and
TOUR THE MARGARET VISIT THE CARBERRY discovery at the Manitoba Museum in Winnipeg. In
the Museum Galleries, you can travel through time.
LAURENCE HOUSE PLAINS MUSEUM Check out their website at manitobamuseum.ca

Margaret Laurence, an internationally Visit the Carberry Plains Museum 99 THE FORKS IN WINNIPEG
renowned author, was born and raised and experience early prairie life. Next
in Neepawa. Laurence lived here in door to the Museum, visit the fully- The Forks have been a meeting place for
her grandfather’s house from l935 to restored Gingerbread House. For over 6,000 years. Situated at the junction of the Red and
l944. Built ca. l894, the house, and more details go to townofcarberry.ca/ Assiniboine Rivers, this year-round, historical landmark
her grandfather John Simpson figured carberry-plains-museum. delights with its exceptional culinary offerings, unique
prominently in the Manawaka novels. shopping, diverse attractions, and memorable events.
See neepawatourism.ca For more details go to theforks.com

NATIONAL INDIGENOUS HERITAGE HOME FOR THE ARTS
PEOPLES DAY CELEBRATION Killarney’s Community Arts & Culture Centre

National Indigenous Peoples Day, June 21, is a • Art Exhibitions
• Performing Arts
day recognizing and celebrating the cultures and • Workshops for all Ages & Experience
contributions of the First Nations, Inuit, and Métis • Rentals for Special Events & Meetings
Indigenous peoples of Canada.
44 Water Avenue, Killarney
Open All Year
Things To Do and See Tuesday to Saturday, 12 noon to 4:00 pm

• Manitoba Automobile Museum
• Pioneer Home Museum
• CPR Historic Center & Arts Mosaic
• Elkhorn Golf Course
• Virden Wellview Golf Course
• Elkhorn Spray Park
• Virden Swimming Pool
• Eternal Springs
• Kenton Dam and Campground TAKE IN SCENIC VIEWS BY
• Virden Lions Campground HORSEBACK
• Elkhorn Campground Spring, summer and fall are the best seasons to

Check out our trendy shops and dining horseback ride while enjoying some of Manitoba’s For more information call 431-734-0394
most scenic views. Check out travelmanitoba.com/
and more unique experiences at things-to-do/outdoor/horseback for more details. or email ktmartscouncil@gmail.com
www.killarneyarts.com
www.prairiegatewaytourism.ca
Facebook @prairiegatewaytourism @heritagehomeforthearts @killarneyarts
@KillarneyTurtleMountainArtsCouncilConcerts