Dalnavert Museum is celebrating its 50th anniversary since transforming from a neglected Victorian home into a cherished historical landmark. Read this article for free: Already have an account? To continue reading, please subscribe: * Dalnavert Museum is celebrating its 50th anniversary since transforming from a neglected Victorian home into a cherished historical landmark. Read unlimited articles for free today: Already have an account? Dalnavert Museum is celebrating its 50th anniversary since transforming from a neglected Victorian home into a cherished historical landmark.
Originally the family abode of Sir Hugh John Macdonald, son of Canada’s first prime minister, Sir John A. Macdonald, Dalnavert invites visitors to step into the past and experience its rich history. Built in 1895 for the Macdonald family, the house features intricate woodwork, stained glass windows, exquisite architectural details and an enchanting garden.
RUTH BONNEVILLE / FREE PRESS FILES Dalnavert was built in 1895 for Hugh John Macdonald, son of Canada’s first prime minister. “Beyond the house’s physical beauty, Dalnavert tells stories — of the Macdonald family, of Winnipeg’s social history and of the efforts to preserve our heritage,” says Samantha Machado, the museum’s services manager and acting executive director. The Macdonald family lived in Dalnavert from 1895 to 1929.
The house was then vacant before becoming a rooming house in 1940. By 1969, it had fallen into disrepair and.
