Doors Open Festival

Posted April 7th, 2009

Doors Open Event: Tour of the Ukrainian Labour Temple which is celebrating its 90th anniversary. The tour will begin with a brief talk on the circumstances which led to the construction of this building and its intended use, a brief description of the architectural and engineering features of the exterior and interior, the uses of the building, and special significance which resulted in its being designated a Provincial and Municipal heritage site.

The tour will include a brief social history of the community, a description of the events which took place here (including events connected to the Winnipeg General Strike); and will include special features of the interior, the stage, balcony, etc.

Tour takes place on Sunday, May 24th, beginning at 10 a.m. and will end at 3 p.m.