Want to get out of the city this weekend? Lower Fort Garry has you covered. With a variety of programs and activities, we have everything you need for a full day of fun! ow.ly/7kLg50Su6V1

#HistoricPlacesDays is back! From July 10 to 17, we’ll be sharing and celebrating some of the historic places Parks Canada administers in Manitoba! Bookmark your favorites and go see a historic place this week! ow.ly/o54g50Su3gH

A beaver's sharp sense of hearing leads them to the sound of running water, and Parka is no exception. She is reporting the sounds of running water at the Forks Splash Pad! That’s right, the splash pad is open again! parks.canada.ca/lhn-nhs/mb/for…

Mark your calendars for Aug. 3! 📅 Lower Fort Garry will mark Treaty Commemoration Day with free admission as well as activities for the whole family. Stay tuned for more details.

The splash pad is operational and open again at The Forks! There’s no better time to cool down and beat the summer heat. Thank you for your patience during maintenance. ♥ parks.canada.ca/lhn-nhs/mb/for…

Mark your calendars for Aug. 3! 📅 Lower Fort Garry will mark Treaty Commemoration Day with free admission as well as activities for the whole family. Stay tuned for more details.

It’s the end of July already?! This summer is speeding by. Don’t miss out on your opportunity to get involved in summer programming at The Forks! From guided tours to hands-on activities, there is something for everyone ❤️ ow.ly/9uGn50Su7lq

It's the International Day of Friendship! Parka is always looking to make new friends. Bring a buddy to The Forks to snag a selfie and participate in a Parka Party! ow.ly/Kzot50SrWPM

We get it: it’s a bit of a hike from Lower Fort Garry’s Visitor Reception Centre to the historic buildings. But here’s a tip: come out on Mondays for site tours from the comfort of a shuttle between 10 am and 4 pm. parks.canada.ca/lhn-nhs/mb/for…

Did you know that children and youth admission to Lower Fort Garry is ALWAYS free? Gather the kids and enjoy a fun and affordable day immersed in history. parks.canada.ca/lhn-nhs/mb/for…

It’s storytime at the Knowledge Sharing Series! 📖 Bring the family and listen to educator Lance Guilbault at The Forks on Aug. 10 from noon to 3 pm. parks.canada.ca/lhn-nhs/mb/for…

Even a busy little beaver enjoys the opportunity to be a bit lazy from time to time – but only after a big day! Read about how Parka spends a day at The Forks and see how she ends up relaxing in a Red Chair. #LazyDay parks.canada.ca/lhn-nhs/mb/for…

Riel House always wraps the season with a pop at the annual Corn Roast. 🌽 Head down on Aug. 24 to enjoy musical performances from Brandi Vezina, Andrina Turenne and Morgan Grace, and bring the kids for jigging, games and more! parks.canada.ca/lhn-nhs/mb/rie…

Calling all shutterbugs! 📸🐞 Today is World Photography Day, so we’d love to see your best snaps from a Parks Canada administered place in Manitoba. Here are some recent ones from us!

Missed Melanie Gamache presenting on Métis beadwork earlier this summer? You’re in luck! Melanie will return for the final Knowledge Sharing Series session of 2024 at The Forks on Aug. 24 from noon to 3 pm. parks.canada.ca/lhn-nhs/mb/for…

Be part of history! The Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada is recruiting members to provide advice on the designation of subjects that have shaped Canada’s history. Submit your application by August 27, 2024: ow.ly/nRuE50T3bee

We love seeing furry friends at Parks Canada administered sites – just be sure to keep them on a leash and pick up after them! #InternationalDogDay 🐶

Yesterday, Parks Canada unveiled an #HSMBC plaque in Town of Churchill, commemorating Early #Science in Canada’s North and the Hudson’s Bay Company. From 1768-1810, this era of scientific endeavours left a legacy of knowledge still felt today. Learn more: canada.ca/en/parks-canad…

Reserve your spot for high tea at Lower Fort Garry! Join us this Monday for tea and sandwiches on the verandah of the Big House. Get your tickets now before they’re gone! zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketin…

Labour Day is traditionally the last day that Parks Canada’s hard-working interpretive staff members lead programming at both Lower Fort Garry and The Forks, so head on down one last time in 2024!