Manitou – Community Histories

One of the first detailed histories of Manitoba written from a European settler's point of view.

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This certificate was hand drawn by one of the builders of the Storey home north east of Manitou and presented to the new owners by the builders, all of whom signed the document.

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Records of the municipal designation of the CPR Log House in Manitou and its historical significance.

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A memoir written by someone who grew up in the house.

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A collection of photos of railway scenes spanning many years and along the CPR line from Manitou to Clearwater.

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This monograph is intended to highlight the Pembina Manitou Archive's physical collection, pointing out some of its more unique components. It was published by the Pembina Manitou Archive and the Boundary Trail National Heritage Region as part of the Partnerships with Museums 2021 project. 

Financial support was provided by the Government of Manitoba.

It is for sale from the PMA by contacting pembinamanitouarchive@gmail.com.

Price $25

Shipping and Handling $15.

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This booklet, originally published by Imperial Oil, provides an understanding of the culture of Southern Ontario in the 19th Century. Many of the original settlers of the Pembina Manitou District came from Southern Ontario in the 1880's.

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History of railroiads in Canada.

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A photo and news article about the experineces of a young Manitou teacher who joined the Chatauqua circuit.

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A short biography celebrating the life and music of Stew Clayton.

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