Selkirk has a vast amount of places where people have been able to unwind, explore, and enjoy themselves over the years. Explore what Selkirk has to offer such as parks, historical homes, buildings, and the popular pool. Take a tour, stay for a while.
Originally named to persuade a local landowner to sell his property, McLean Avenue quickly evolved into Selkirk’s “Church Street.” This exhibit explores the avenue’s spiritual and social history—from the grand architectural treasures built by early congregations to the historic cable ferry whose colorful operators kept the town connected across the Red River.
McLeod’s Bakery was a beloved staple of Selkirk’s downtown for decades, filling the community with the comforting aroma of fresh-baked breads, pastries, and treats. As a cherished local gathering place, the family-run bakery served generations of residents, leaving behind a delicious and heartwarming legacy in the town’s commercial history.
Conceived in 1946 as a “living memorial” to honor local servicemen and women, Selkirk’s Memorial Hall stands as a testament to community resilience and determination. Discover the fascinating history behind its years of grassroots fundraising, its architectural connection to the Selkirk Arena, and its vibrant legacy as a community hub—which even included a legendary 1965 live performance by a young Neil Young and The Squires.
Named after Manitoba’s second Lieutenant-Governor, Morris Avenue marks a pivotal and complex chapter in Western Canadian history. This exhibit explores the legacy of Alexander Morris—from his role as a Father of Confederation and the architect of early town boundaries, to the profound, lasting impact of the Indigenous treaties he negotiated.
From a bustling 1950s neighborhood playground built by local volunteers to a permanent symbol of reconciliation, this park holds a deeply inspiring story. This exhibit highlights the site’s evolution from the old Kinsmen North Playground into a space dedicated to the lasting legacy of the Honorable Murray Sinclair, celebrating his historic path from local resident to national leader.
Established in 1906, the North American Lumber and Supply Company expanded across the prairies to become a cornerstone of Western Canada’s building industry. After acquiring Captain William Robinson’s Selkirk interests in 1926, the Manitoba Avenue branch grew into the company’s largest rural hub, later introducing the region’s first Chieftain Hardware store and serving generations of local builders and homeowners.
Discover the evolving history of Selkirk’s northward education, starting with the 1906 construction of Northward School on Superior Avenue. Explore its 1920 renaming to Victoria School, its 1968 merger with the newly built Ruth Hooker School, and the enduring legacy of the community leaders and educators who shaped it.
On August 28, 1964, his Grace George B. Flahiff, Archbishop of Winnipeg blessed a new Notre Dame Roman Catholic Church at 269 Jemima Street.
Built in 1907 at 250 Manitoba Avenue despite a heated local debate over its location, the Dominion Post Office and Customs Building served as a bustling civic hub for fifty years. Explore its journey from a vital mail and wartime government office to its dark era of 1970s abandonment, and discover how a dedicated 1984 grassroots restoration saved the historic landmark to create the thriving Selkirk Community Arts Centre.
Oscar’s Restaurant was a beloved culinary landmark in Selkirk, Manitoba, celebrated for its welcoming atmosphere and classic comfort food. Operating as a staple gathering place on Manitoba Avenue, the popular eatery left a delicious, lasting legacy in the hearts and memories of generations of local residents.