Le Musée de Saint-Boniface, Winnipeg
Built for the Grey Nuns between 1846 and 1851, Le Musée de Saint-Boniface is the oldest building in Winnipeg and was the first convent and hospital in Western Canada. It now serves as a showcase of Métis and French-Canadian history. The museum is located in the heart of old Saint-Boniface (a short walk across the Esplanade Riel from The Forks) and open year-round.
Where to stay: Minutes from downtown Winnipeg is Hotel Fort Garry, which offers Kid Theme Rooms with direct access to the Splasher's Indoor Pool & Waterslide. Mom and Dad can escape to Ten Spa or enjoy complimentary Starbucks coffee in the luxe rooms. Those without kids should consider the romantic Mariaggi's Theme Suite Hotel and Day Spa. Suites have a Jacuzzi, steam room, stereo system, TV, DVD player, VCR, fireplace and pool table. Theme rooms include Hawaii, Mexico and India.
The Canadian Fossil Discovery Centre, Morden
www.discoverfossils.com
This exhibit houses the largest collection of prehistoric marine fossils in North America (from the seaway that covered much of North America 80 million years ago). Discover skeletons and artists' conceptions, life-size reconstructions and dioramas featuring mosasaurs, plesiosaurs, birds, fish, sharks, squid and turtles. Open year-round.
Where to stay: Enjoy the warm hospitality and excellent food of a Mennonite home at Sieman's B&B. Close to outdoor recreational activities. Telephone: 204-822-1973.
The Suspension Bridge, Souris
www.sourismanitoba.com
Just 46 kilometres southwest of Brandon, Souris is home to Canada's longest suspension bridge, measuring 552 feet or 177 metres, originally built in 1904 by Squire Snowdon.
Where to stay: Enjoy a private guesthouse overlooking the Souris River at , Rustic Retreat B&B. Offering a master bedroom, fully modern kitchen and bath, the guesthouse sleeps up to eight people. Canoe, hike or just enjoy farm life.
Margaret Laurence Home, Neepawa
The Margaret Laurence Home is a living memorial to famed Canadian novelist Margaret Laurence. A wide variety of her memorabilia includes her doctoral robes and hoods, typewriter, honourary degrees and original furniture. Open May 1 to September 1. Visit www.mts.net/~mlhome for further details.
Where to stay: Enjoy a view of the Whitemud River valley in one of two comfy rooms at the Highland Glen B&B.
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