The Manitoba Museum’s new signature fundraising experience
Saturday, November 21, 2026
For one night only, experience the Museum after hours in a whole new way.
For many years, Tribute Gala has brought together supporters, community leaders, and corporate partners in support of the Manitoba Museum.
Museum Unlocked builds on that legacy with a bold new approach.
Rather than gathering in a single room, guests will move throughout the Museum over the course of the evening, enjoying exceptional food and drink, live entertainment, and moments of discovery woven throughout our galleries and exhibition spaces.
Designed to encourage conversation, exploration, and connection, Museum Unlocked is an opportunity to experience the Museum in a way few people ever do.
What To Expect
An Evening Unlike Any Other
Guests can look forward to:
- Exclusive after-hours access to the Museum
- Food and beverage experiences throughout the evening
- Live entertainment
- Unique encounters with Manitoba’s stories, collections, and spaces
- Opportunities to connect with community and business leaders who share a passion for culture, learning, and discovery
Why It Matters
Supporting the Manitoba Museum
Proceeds from Museum Unlocked support the Manitoba Museum’s work to collect, preserve, research, and share Manitoba’s stories.
Every ticket purchased and every sponsorship secured helps ensure future generations can continue to learn from and engage with the history, culture, and natural heritage of this province.
Sponsorship
Partner With Museum Unlocked
Museum Unlocked offers businesses and organizations unique opportunities to engage with supporters while helping make this exciting new event possible.
For more information, sponsorship opportunities, or tickets, contact:
Hannah Mihychuk Marshall
T: 204-988-0629
E: HMihychuk@ManitobaMuseum.ca
Presented by the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation
Celebrating the life and legacy of The Honourable Murray Sinclair
The Manitoba Museum has announced The Honourable Murray Sinclair as distinguished honouree at the 20th Annual Tribute Gala, taking place on Thursday, April 17, 2025. This celebratory evening will recognize his outstanding contributions to justice, reconciliation, and the preservation of Indigenous knowledge and cultures in Canada.
As a trailblazer in the legal field and a prominent advocate for Indigenous rights, The Honourable Murray Sinclair dedicated his career to fostering understanding and advancing truth and reconciliation. As Chair of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada (TRC), his leadership played a pivotal role in documenting the history and legacy of residential schools and outlining actionable steps toward a more equitable future.
The Manitoba Museum’s Annual Tribute Gala honours prominent community members and celebrates a multitude of experiences through our theme of Celebrating Community Voices. The Tribute Gala supports the Access for All initiative by removing financial, social, and cultural barriers to visitation. Through your support, the Museum aims to further grow, diversify, and engage new audiences. To continually reflect and assess research, collections, exhibitions, and programs to enhance their relevance to Manitoba’s diverse populations including ethnicity, culture, age, gender, and abilities. Continuing to create a Museum that belongs to all Manitobans.
Past honourees:
James Cohen & Linda McGarva-Cohen (2024), Barb Gamey (2023), Edward & Stella Kennedy (2023), Nadia Thompson (2023), Michael Redhead Champagne (2022), Anne Mahon (2022), Flor Marcelino (2022), Abdikheir Ahmed (2021), Hilary Druxman (2021), Jaimie Isaac (2021), Niigaan Sinclair (2021), Hannah Taylor (2021); Winnipeg Free Press (co-owners Robert Silver & Ronald Stern) (2019); Abdo (Albert) El Tassi & Samira El Tassi (2018); Gregg & Mary Hanson (Ambassadors for Canada 150 Celebration in 2017); Sanford H. Riley (2016); The Winnipeg Foundation (2015); Doug Harvey (2014); Susan Lewis & United Way Winnipeg (2013); Kerry Hawkins (2012); Ambassador Gary Doer (2011); The Chipman Family (2010); Babs & Gail Asper (2009); Kevin & Els Kavanagh (2008); Lawrie Pollard (2007); Murray Taylor & Investors Group Inc. (2006); and George T. Richardson (2005).
2025 Tribute Gala Photo Highlights: Click here to view the full album.



