St. Vital Historical Society, Historical museum in St. Vital, Manitoba
The St. Vital Historical Society is a museum housed in a two-story red brick building that documents the area's development and firefighting history. The building contains a collection of vehicles, tools, and objects showing how residents once managed their daily lives and community needs.
The building was constructed in 1914 and initially served as a fire hall and police station, equipped with horse-drawn carriages at first. In 1923 the fire department acquired its first motorized truck, marking the shift from animal to mechanical power.
The building shows how early residents of the area lived and worked, with exhibits presenting everyday items and personal stories from families who shaped the community. Objects on display tell the stories of people whose legacies remain visible today.
The museum is open several days a week and allows visitors to walk through the compact building and view exhibits at their own pace. It helps to check seasonal opening hours before visiting, as these may change during winter months.
The museum preserves a 1939 Fargo truck that once served firefighting operations and represents an important chapter in local fire service history. What makes this place stand out is that the collection also holds original recordings from the legendary Canadian rock band The Guess Who.
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