Holiday Market

&

Santa Pancake Breakfast 2023

Join us in the warm Visitor Centre

Saturday and Sunday, November 25 & 26

from 10am – 5pm

to peruse local makers’ wares and browse the bespoke Gift Shop.
A great event to find a gift for a loved one, or to treat yourself, all while supporting local artists.

Admission to the Market is FREE, but donations are gratefully accepted.

Join us at 9am for a Santa Pancake Breakfast created by Life a Little Sweeter.

Reservations and payment required for breakfast. We look forward to seeing you there!

**Are you a vendor interested in being part of our market? Email us at harvestfest@folfg.com to apply!**

Lower Fort Garry Adventurers’ Day Camp!

Come join us for one of the best summers of your life!

Stay tuned! Registration will open May 2024!

Ghost Tours 2023

October 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28, 29

Get ready to embark on a spine-tingling adventure this October at Lower Fort Garry! Prepare to step into the shadowy depths of history as our seasoned storyteller guides you through an unforgettable journey like no other. Brace yourself for chilling tales of unsettling events and unexplained phenomena that have haunted the historic walls of Lower Fort Garry.

During this captivating 90-minute walking tour, you’ll hear ghost stories that have sent shivers down the spines of those who’ve walked these grounds. But beware, as you explore the site, you might encounter spirits and spooks from the past. While no one will touch you, we can’t guarantee you won’t be startled! This experience is so hauntingly intriguing that we recommend it for ages 10 and above.

Don’t miss this spooky experience – limited tickets are available now on Eventbrite. Plus, after the tour, gather around a cozy fire to enjoy complimentary hot chocolate and share your own spooky tales!

*Please note, this tour is run by Friends of Lower Fort Garry, a non-profit organization created to support Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site*

Yoga on the Red 2022

Join us by the tranquil Red River on

Wednesdays July 20, August 17, and August 31

from 6:30pm to 7:30pm

for a gentle Yin Yoga to calm the mind and ground the body.

Admission is FREE, but donations are gratefully accepted.

Friends of Lower Fort Garry

Bringing New Energy to One of Canada’s Historic Treasures

The Friends of Lower Fort Garry are committed to promoting Canada’s natural and cultural heritage through awareness, educational and sensory experiences. Our passionate group of volunteers seeks out independent and collaborative partnerships with LFGNHS. We also focus on nurturing positive relationships with the community of Selkirk, the Interlake, and the greater Winnipeg area. We welcome you to explore the site and learn more about our offerings, such as the Stone Fort Trading Company gift shop, the Adventurer’s Day Camp, seasonal events, and much more.

Your generosity provides opportunities for us to enhance the Lower Fort Garry NHS as well as to offer educational opportunities for Manitoban’s to learn, grow and explore Canadian History.

Friends of Lower Fort Garry

Stone Fort Trading Online Shop

Check out the new Stone Fort Trading Co. online gift shop. We feature local Manitoban artisan goods and historical reproduction giftware.

Our Gift Shop

The Stone Fort Trading Company strives to be your provider of unique handcrafted local goods, as well as historical reproduction gifts. We also offer one of the best selections of maps and books.

History of LFG

Walk amongst Canada’s oldest collection of stone fur trade buildings to experience the life of the trappers and traders of the Hudson’s Bay Company at Lower Fort Garry as they lived in the 1850s.

Get Involved

Do you want to get involved with the Friends of Lower Fort Garry? If you’re looking to contribute to our mission, as well support your community, find out if membership or volunteering is right for you!