Explore the stunning artistry of Christ Church’s stained-glass windows, from the historic 1900 Good Shepherd Window to the internationally recognized modern masterworks by Ernest Ashcroft that beautifully blend biblical themes with local Selkirk history
Discover the rich history of Christ Church, an independent Anglican parish that has been a cornerstone of the Selkirk community since 1887. From its historic 500 lb. bell to its beautiful modern sanctuary featuring local stained-glass masterworks, explore how this faith community continues to serve and shape the town.
Explore the history of the La Vérendrye Trail, a series of Manitoba highways tracing the historic Red and Winnipeg River waterways mapped by French-Canadian explorer Pierre Gaultier de Varennes, sieur de La Vérendrye, nearly 300 years ago.
Two brothers in Selkirk, Gideon and Garnet Shepard, endured the ups and downs of owning their own business in downtown Selkirk.
In Manitoba, sled dogs were used during the winters in the 1800s and early 1900s to transport goods and people. As this postcard from Selkirk shows, a small team of dogs could be used to transport a child to school or visit nearby friends.
Dr. Reid began practicing medicine in Selkirk in 1960. As well as being an advocate for public health, Reid was a decorated athlete, well known for his passion for water skiing. Reid was an active community member, sharing his love of wood carving and participating in choir, singing well into his retirement in 1984.
Early on the morning of Wednesday, November 11th, 2015, a metal monument in the shape of a poppy appeared on the riverbanks of the Red River, in Selkirk.
Ruth Hooker (nee Moody) was born in Selkirk on June 19, 1900, to Richard Cobden Moody (commonly known as RC) and Hester Adeline Moody (nee Moore).