Rotary Lake
From a bold 1953 fundraising vision to a massive man-made lake with a sandy beach, explore how the Rotary Club of Selkirk overcame inflation and floods to build the jewel of Selkirk Park.
From a bold 1953 fundraising vision to a massive man-made lake with a sandy beach, explore how the Rotary Club of Selkirk overcame inflation and floods to build the jewel of Selkirk Park.
From a bustling 1920s tourism hotspot where day-trippers arrived by steamboat to dance the night away, Selkirk Park has always been the heart of the community’s recreation. This exhibit explores the rich history of this crown jewel on the Red River—from its early days hosting grand company picnics and open-air concerts to its modern role welcoming campers and housing the historic Marine Museum of Manitoba.