Minto Armoury, Military drill hall in West End, Winnipeg, Canada
Minto Armoury is a military facility in Winnipeg's West End constructed in Tudor Revival style with red brick walls, white stone accents, and crenellated corner towers. The interior houses a large drill hall, classrooms, and administrative spaces.
The structure was built between 1914 and 1915 under Chief Dominion Architect David Ewart's design for the Department of Public Works. A 1956 fire destroyed the original wooden roof, which was then replaced with a steel framework.
Several military reserve units use the building as their operational base and training ground. This ongoing presence has made the location central to local military traditions and community identity.
The site remains an active military facility with limited public access due to ongoing training operations. Visitors should check availability beforehand and understand which areas may be restricted or off-limits.
A fire in 1956 destroyed the original wooden roof, yet the building retained its distinctive Tudor Revival exterior through careful restoration. This demonstrates how historical structures can be modernized internally while preserving their recognizable appearance.
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