Le Musée de Saint-Boniface Museum

Le Musée de Saint-Boniface Museum, s.e. on Main St. (Hwy. 1), then n. to 494 Taché Ave., was built 1846-51 as the first convent and hospital in western Canada. Displays depict the Red River Settlement and early French and Métis Manitoba; an exhibit is dedicated to Louis Riel, founder of Manitoba. Visitors also can view the nearby ruins of the cathedral as well as the cemetery where Riel is buried.

Guided tours are available. Time: Allow 30 minutes minimum.