Sometimes archaeologists find things in Manitoba that seem like they shouldn’t be here. We don’t have volcanos – how did obsidian get here? Through trade routes!
Learn more about the trade routes that have connected the continent for thousands of years in this video with Curator of Archaeology Dave Finch.
Pick up your own copy of this map at the Museum Shop!
You could be excused for thinking these often nearly perfectly round rocks were fossilized eggs, perhaps even dinosaur eggs? Find out what they really are in this video with Curator of Palaeontology & Geology, Dr. Joe Moysiuk.
Check out a concretion on display in the Earth History Gallery!
Sometimes the storage drawers and cupboards that contain the Museum Collection need a little TLC to ensure they’re keeping specimens and artifacts as safe as possible. Join Aro as she dons her toolbelt to repair a specimen drawer lid that’s come loose.
Check out the insect specimens on display in the Boreal Forest Gallery.
This week is Museum Week and today’s theme, Water, coincides with World Oceans Day! Join Mika in the Science Gallery as she shares about our oceans’ important role in combatting climate change.
“Climate change refers to long-term shifts in temperatures and weather patterns. Human activities have been the main driver of climate change, primarily due to burning fossil fuels like coal, oil and gas.” – United Nations
Note: This video contains the popping of a balloon.
Toad surveying, mummifying carrots, hosting conferences, researching artifacts and specimens, and more! It’s the first day of Museum Week and today’s theme is Behind the Scenes. Let’s see what some of the Museum team is up to!
Pronghorns are sometimes called Antelope because of their visual similarities, but recent research shows they’re actually more closely related to Giraffes! In this video, learn more about this unique animal with Dr. Randy Mooi in the Prairies Gallery.
Many Museum visitors will remember Madame Taro’s room in the Winnipeg 1920 Cityscape, but do you know how many artifacts are in this room?
In this video Cortney takes us inside to learn about some of the updates that have been made to the space, and the amazing artifacts it displays!
Travel back in time when you visit the Winnipeg 1920 Cityscape in the Winnipeg Gallery!
This amazing Chinese alcove bed was donated to the Museum about five years ago, and we recently had a chance to set it up and get some beautiful documentation photos taken.
Find out about some of the research being done on the bed and take a closer look at the details in this video with Curator of History Dr. Roland Sawatzky!
What is a “brood parasite”? Find out in this video with Learning & Engagement Producer Erin, as he tells us about a ‘piggybacking’ bird.
Learn more about fascinating Manitoba birds in the Prairies Gallery!
Tashina Houle-Schlup is the Head of Indigenous Programming & Engagement and we love having her on the Museum team! In this video, tag along on a day in her life here at the Manitoba Museum.
Learn more about the Indigenous Artists Market and how to become a vendor here.
Join our team! We’re looking for an Indigenous Learning Facilitator through the Young Canada Works program. This person will work closely with Tashina, sharing knowledge of Indigenous content in exhibits, and assisting in developing and delivering programs with a specific focus on Indigenous cultures for all Museum audiences. Find full position details here.
