History Up Close
Proud Heritage
Discover the rich history and culture of Virden, Elkhorn, and Kenton through our local museums and heritage sites. Step back in time and explore the exhibits that showcase the unique stories of our communities. Immerse yourself in the past and gain a deeper appreciation for the the people, places and events that shaped the vibrant present of the region.
Breadalbane Church
Museums
Lenore
The Presbyterian congregation of the Breadalbane district in western Manitoba was established in 1883. This impressive stone church in the RM of...
C.P. Station
Heritage Sites
Virden
This railway station was designed by Ralph B. Pratt and opened in 1900. Featuring 22-inch thick fieldstone walls and a full basement, the building is...
Clingan Home
Heritage Sites
Virden
This three-storey brick home was built by Marshall Bros in 1906 for Dr. George Clingan, a graduate of Toronto Medical College who practiced medicine...
Dr. F. J. Goulding House
Heritage Sites
Virden
This heritage fieldstone home was constructed in 1893 by Dr. F.J. Goulding. The home bears features of the Italian Villa Style. These elements...
H.C. Simpson House
Heritage Sites
Virden
Mr. Simpson operated a large horse buying business. The Simpson brothers supplied mounts for the British Army during the Boer War. Mr. Simpson...
McLachlan Home
Heritage Sites
Virden
Formerly the Carmel Presbyterian Church from 1883-1900 until the property was sold to the Methodist Church. To make room for the new Methodist Church...
Scott Block
Heritage Sites
Virden
This structure was built by W.T. Manser in 1914. It is constructed of bricks from the local Virden Brickyard and the floors were laid by local...
St. Mary’s Anglican Church
Heritage Sites
Virden
This structure is a great example of fieldstone construction. Much of the stone for the fieldstone construction came from along the top of the...
The Aud Theatre
Heritage Sites, Unique Experiences
Virden
In 1911 Virden was Manitoba’s ninth largest centre. After being incorporated as a town in 1904, the existing local government offices were felt to...
The Manitoba Antique Automobile Museum
Museums
Elkhorn
Along the Trans-Canada Highway at Elkhorn is a collection of rare, antique automobiles, vintage agricultural equipment and quirky memorabilia so...
The Terrace
Heritage Sites
Virden
This row house-type structure built from Virden brick in about 1890 is similar to those found in the United Kingdom and is certainly a rare sight for...
Virden Pioneer Home Museum
Heritage Sites, Museums
Virden
A visit to the Virden Pioneer Home Museum acquaints guests with the way of life of an established Victorian family in the Canadian West. The large...
Woodworth Millennium Museum
Museums
Kenton
This two-storey wooden residence in the village of Kenton was built in the early 20th century by local businessman Leander Lawlor. It is one of the...
Cairns & Monuments
The R.M. of Wallace-Woodworth has created an interactive map with the locations for all cairns, monuments, cemeteries and historical sites in the municipality. There are 105 sites detailed on the map including Kenton School, Kola School, Lenore War Memorial, Mossgiel School District, Parkland School, St. John’s Anglican Church (Kirkella), Scallion House and Granary, Hargrave Cairn & Hall, Springvale School Cairn, and Wallace United Church. Click the link below to start exploring.
Hargrave Cairn and Hall
Springvale School Cairn
