The arts scene is a huge part of what makes Winnipeg so special, and the Winnipeg Arts Council has a lot to do with that. Since 2004, the Council has facilitated art displays in public spaces across Winnipeg through the Public Art Program. While many of these stunning pieces are downtown—like the “Electrical Currents” piece at Air Canada Park—others are scattered across the city, like the “Living Living Room.” Read More
Winnipeg has been called "Little Chicago" or most commonly "The Chicago of the North" for good reason. At the turn of the century, Chicago and Winnipeg were rivals. Is that hard to believe? Read More
Every Winnipegger knows about the Winnipeg Art Gallery, the Canadian Museum for Human Rights and the Manitoba Museum, right? They are all lovely places to visit alone or with out-of-town guests, but your downtown options don’t end there! Once you've toured these greats, what other cultural gems can you visit? Here are three you may not know about. Read More
For many, downtown Winnipeg has become a focal point and hub for photography thanks in part to its diverse cityscapes and character. A mix of late 1800s Chicago-style architecture that inhabits the Exchange, along with sporadic growth and revitalization in the downtown core, have all played a part in this resurgence of interest. Read More