Things to See

Frank Leith Skinner was one of Canada’s most innovative horticulturists and plant propagators. He resided near Dropmore, Manitoba, where his farm served as the natural laboratory for breeding new strains of plants capable of surviving the harsh prairie climate. Although he was isolated from other breeders, Dr. Skinner’s rugged independence,… » more

Mr. Gordon Orr purchased a building in Binscarth and moved his artifacts into it making a small display.  In 1983, a second larger building was purchased—the former North American Lumber Yard—and his artifacts were relocated.  Since then many community members have donated antiques.  In 1991, with the passing of Gordon… » more

Welcome to your friendly neighborhood pub! Join us for daily Lunch Specials, Happy Hour and of course Wing Wednesdays. For accommodations, we have 5 rooms available to rent with a range of sizes from singles or couples.  Kitchen and Laundry facilities are available to guests. Be sure to follow us… » more

The Inglis Grain Elevators National Historic Site was officially recognized in 1996 as a unique and enduring architectural symbol, representing one of the most important periods in the development of Canada’s grain industry from 1900 to 1930. Thousands of these wooden grain elevators dotted the Prairies at the height of… » more

Keystone Pioneers Museum features pioneer agricultural artifacts, a large collection of old machinery, a log cabin used by forest rangers in Duck Mountain, Makaroff Church built in 1910, a working sawmill, Roblin Hospital artifacts building and more. The Artifacts Building houses various theme rooms including;  general store, school, Boston café,… » more

Knox United Church was built in 1911 as a Presbyterian Church at a cost of $10,000, with $8,000 borrowed at an interest rate of 5½%.  In the 1920s the Presbyterian and Methodist Churches joined to become the United Church of Canada. The church building is made of brick, but due… » more

The Cenotaph was unveiled on June 22, 1922, in the presence of approximately 2,000 people from the surrounding district.  The monument was erected in memory of those from the Town of Russell, Village of Binscarth and the Rural Municipalities of Boulton, Russell, Silver Creek and Shellmouth who laid down their… » more

Millwood was founded with the arrival of the railroad in 1885-86.  It was surveyed for two hundred lots and was planned as a divisional point for the railway.  At this time, there was a store, two hotels, a meat market and a livery barn.  However, the railroad changed its plans… » more

A collection of Prairie antiques and artisan handiwork! What started out as hobbies, Jeremy buying and selling antiques and Jessica hand crafting art and home decor, has turned into a passion.  A passion to see antiques preserved and junk restored, while reducing waste we would otherwise create by buying new things… » more

50+ Serviced and Traditional Lakeside Camp Sites Modern Bathrooms & Showers Dockside Diner, Burgers, Ice Cream Bait, Grocery, Filleting Shack Campgrind Coffee House Kayak and Canoe Rentals Public Beach & Playground Annual Music Festival Firewood available, online reservation Open from May - September » more