St. Mary's Cathedral stands tall and beautiful at the intersection of Hargrave Street and St. Mary Avenue. Established in the 1880s, St. Mary's boasts of a gorgeous Romanesque facade. The church serves the Roman Catholic community of Downtown Winnipeg and offers regular worship as well as sacraments such as baptisms, confirmations, weddings and such.
St. Boniface Cathedral-Basilica is an important landmark in Winnipeg and also an integral part of the Franco-Manitoban community. The present structure is the sixth building on the site and was erected in 1971 with elements from the remnants of the previous church. Dating back to 1818, this place of worship overlooks the Red River and is dedicated to Saint Boniface, a venerated English monk throughout Germany and England. The church cemetery is the final resting place of noted personalities such as the founder of Manitoba, Louis Riel. Whether you are visiting to see its serene beauty or know its history, this religious site will charm you.
Assiniboine Park is a sprawling green oasis amid the urban landscape of Winnipeg, heartily speckled with enchanting visions of natural beauty, cultural venues, and works of art. The riverfront park's expansive reach stretches across an area of over 1,100 acres (445 hectares), encompassing a host of intriguing sights, scenes and experiences. From the exotic fauna of the Zoo and the diverse flora of the Conservatory, to the artistic enclaves of the Leo Mol Sculpture Garden, the park is an all-season wonderland of family-friendly delights. Other popular attractions include the Pavilion, the Lyric Theatre, the Pavilion Gallery Museum and the spectacular English Gardens.
Located on the northern bank of the Assiniboine River, Bruce Park is a beautiful city park, accessible to everyone, all year round. Spread across 4.4 hectares (10.87 acres), this park gets its name from Peter Bruce, who was one of the early settlers in Winnipeg in the mid-19th Century. The park features a wading pool, play area, floral gardens, a long creek and walking paths. In 1936, a cenotaph was established in the park, dedicated to all those to gave their lives in the World War I.
With its beginnings in 1881, the St. Andrew's River Heights United Church is still a vibrant church in Winnipeg, which is well attended many Christians each Sunday. Music is what they focus on most with a 50 strong choir who lead the praise and worship each Sunday. Compositions are not just confined to hymns but also span across the western classical masters like Bach and Mozart. The preachers are fiery and outspoken, urging all Christians to go out into the world and live Christ's message of love and selfless service to humanity.
Le Musée de Saint-Boniface Museum was built in 1846 as a convent, orphanage and a girl's school. With an eclectic architecture and serene surroundings, the place stands today as a museum that chronicles the history of the state. There are many paintings, murals, artifacts, old book and documents on display that are very intriguing and worth a watch. There are also old toys, liturgical vestments and old musical instruments. You can buy books, t-shirts and merchandise from their gift shop. Events here include workshops, lectures and other community gatherings.