Musée de St. Boniface

Former Names:
  • Grey Nuns Convent
Address:494 Tache Avenue
Constructed:

1846–51

Other Work:

1967, rehabilitation
1995

Architects:
  • Marie-Louise Valade
  • Father Louis-François Richer Laflèche
  • Étienne Gaboury (1967 rehabilitation)
  • Prairie Architects (1995)

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More Information

Musée St. Boniface is housed in one of the largest known oak log structures in North America and one of Winnipeg’s oldest buildings. Built as a convent for the Grey Nuns, the building dates back to the Red River Settlement and Roman Catholic mission in Saint Boniface. It is a rare example of the Red River frame construction method and was designed in the Georgian architectural style, with modifications that reflect French-Canadian influences. In 1958, the building was designated a National Historic Site of Canada.

Design Characteristics

Materials:

oak

Style:

Georgian

Neighbourhood:

St. Boniface

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