Manitoba Electrical Museum

The Manitoba Electrical Museum occupies a converted substation building that houses exhibits across multiple levels focused on power generation and distribution equipment. The space displays machinery, control panels, and household appliances from different periods that trace technological progress.

The collection traces how power systems developed in Manitoba from the 1870s onward through six main historical themes. The converted building itself represents the type of infrastructure that was essential to the region's growth and daily operations.

The space reveals how electricity reshaped everyday life in the region, and local volunteers share their knowledge with visitors. The exhibits show what people used in their homes and how they adapted to new electrical technologies over time.

Visiting on weekdays or early afternoons helps you move through the exhibits more comfortably. The building involves climbing several flights of stairs, so wear comfortable shoes and allow enough time to explore all the levels.

A preserved turbine runner and vintage Gas Genies are on permanent display, revealing how household electrical appliances changed over decades. These objects offer an unexpectedly personal look at how people lived through the electrification of everyday life.

Location: Winnipeg

Website: https://hydro.mb.ca/corporate/history/electrical_museum.shtml

GPS coordinates: 49.85593,-97.15512

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:41