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Behind the Scenes at Seven Oaks - Curatorial Tours

In March of 2021, our Curator took audiences behind the scenes to explore the collections at Seven Oaks House Museum as part of the the 'Safe at Home Museum' series. Each segment highlights a different part of our collection, and of our province's rich heritage.


episode 1 - family heirlooms

In this segment we introduce the Inkster family, visit some of their cherished heirlooms, and share one of the oldest dog-stories in Manitoba.

EPISODE 2 - Historical Clothing

In this segment we raid the closets of Seven Oaks House, pulling out some of the oldest and most interesting pieces in our collection. You'll learn about Manitoba's fascinating fashion history -- from Victorian finery to Voyageur gear.

EPISODE 3 - Textiles

In this segment we'll get up close with a 200 year-old quilt and a ceinture fléchée (voyageur sash) that took hundreds of hours to weave by hand.

EPISODE 4 - Indigenous Craft

In this segment we showcase the beauty of Red River's Indigenous craft traditions. We'll visit delicate caribou hide embroidery, stunning quillwork and remarkable beaded pillows with a hidden story.

Want to see more?

In our live broadcasts we also visited the Manitoba Crafts Museum & Library. Each week we were joined by an expert who shared practical tips to help you care for your own family heirlooms.
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​Click here to watch the full live broadcasts archived on Facebook 

​This series was produced with support from the Province of Manitoba.
Seven Oaks House Museum & Ross House Museum sit on Treaty One land:
​The traditional territory of the Anishinaabeg and Ininíwak, the land of the Dakota and the homeland of the Red River Métis.

Contact us:

Eric Napier Strong - Curator / Manager

Seven Oaks House Museum

204-339-7429
SOHMuseum@gmail.com
50 Mac Street, Winnipeg, MB

​Ross House Museum

204-942-5396
RHouseMuseum@gmail.com
140 Meade Street North, Winnipeg, MB

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  • Seven Oaks House Museum
    • Visiting Information
    • Events >
      • Past Events
    • School Programs
    • Rentals
    • History >
      • John & Mary
      • Children
      • George T Inkster
      • Nahovway & Colin
      • An Enduring Legacy
      • Changing Times
    • Volunteer
    • Donate
    • Our Mission
  • Ross House Museum
    • Visiting Information
    • Events
    • History >
      • Artifact Gallery
      • The Ross Family >
        • Jemima McKenzie Ross
    • Volunteer
    • Our Mission
  • Learning
    • Self-Guided Tours
    • Video Tours
    • Winnipeg 1884: Finding the Past in Our Present >
      • Residence of Hon. A.G.B. Bannatyne
      • St. John's College
      • St. John's College Ladies School
      • Hudson's Bay Land Office
      • Hudson's Bay Co. Store
      • Woods & Ovens Biscuit Manufactory
      • Grand Pacific Hotel
      • Manitoba Free Press
      • M. Keachie's Palace Stables
      • J.H. Ashdown Hardware
      • Redwood Brewery
      • Ryan's Boot & Shoe Store
      • Manitoba College
      • St. Mary's Academy
      • St. Boniface Boys College
      • St. Boniface Cathedral
      • Episcopal Palace, St. Boniface
      • Ladies College, St. Boniface
  • Gathering
    • Contemporary Artists
  • Employment Opportunities