Gravelbourg Historical Tour
Come and experience the beauty of Gravelbourg, the ‘Cultural Gem of Saskatchewan’! Enjoy a touch of Europe on the Prairies as you join us, with guided tours of Our Lady of Assumption Co-Cathedral, Gravelbourg Museum and the Convent of Jesus & Mary. Includes a scattered lunch rest stop in town (own cost).
Our Lady of the Assumption Co-Cathedral, of the francophone former Roman Catholic Diocese of Gravelbourg, for sixty-eight years, and originally dedicated to St. Philomena, the parish church of Gravelbourg became the Cathedral of St. Philomena in 1930 and was renamed the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption in 1965. On September 14, 1998, Pope John Paul II suppressed the Diocese, merging it with the Archdiocese of Regina.
Devoted to the history of Gravelbourg and the stories of its people, including Monsignor Charles Maillard, Dr. J. A. Soucy and Father Pierre Gravel. The museum contains a collection of early pioneer memorabilia, including extensive artifacts from Gravelbourg's earliest residents.
May 20 to May 22
South Beach Casino & Resort, in Scanterbury, is located just 30 minutes North of Winnipeg, Manitoba on Highway 59. The 40,000+ square foot casino is entirely smoke free and offers over 550 slot machines.
May 25
Join us for a day tour to Country Acres, just south of McLean, SK. Come and explore the Country Acres Vintage Market and discover the treasures from the past. Enjoy live old-time fiddle music, find antique furniture, collectibles, and other unique items.
May 27
Dakota Dunes is nested in the stunning Saskatchewan landscape on the whitecap Dakota First Nation.
June 1
Gilbert and Sullivan’s *The Pirates of Penzance* is a timeless comedy full of luckless pirates, inept Major-Generals, and star-crossed lovers. You’ll be humming these tunes for the rest of the summer!
June 8
Come for a leisurely ride through the open prairies with a guide who shares local historical facts. Learn more about Saskatchewan’s history and heritage on this train ride.