Selkirk Museum

10/13/2026

Selkirk’s official coat of arms was granted in 1982 during the town’s Centennial celebrations. The coat of arms remains an important ceremonial symbol and is prominently incorporated into the city’s flag.

Learn more at: https://selkirkmuseum.ca/events/selkirk-flag-and-coat-of-arms/

Photo Source: Selkirk Coat of Arms Grant, 1982, Court of Lyon

10/12/2026

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! If you're still looking for a recipe for your Thanksgiving table, why not try one from the past? This recipe was published in the Selkirk Journal in 1989. We hope your day is filled with family, friends, and delicious food.

Photo Source: Selkirk Journal, Oct 3, 1989

10/09/2026

One band that left an enduring mark on Selkirk’s musical history was Fifty Fingers, which became a popular fixture in the community during the 1930s. Fifty Fingers was initially fronted by five musicians: Gunnar Johannson, trumpet; Dr. Lois Bloom, saxophone; Leo Oddson, piano, guitar and songwriter; Mannie Houghton, drums; and Will Gibbs, piano.

Read more at: https://selkirkmuseum.ca/news/heritage-highlights/fifty-fingers-the-band-that-brought-selkirk-to-the-dance-floor

Photo source: Selkirk Enterprise, 1976

10/08/2026

In this excerpt Candyce Po***ck speaks about different events that used to take place in Memorial Hall.

Listen to the Interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Sy1dVw6rNTc

Photo source: Memorial Hall West Side with Entrance, Date Unknown, Selkirk Museum Collection

10/06/2026

October is Women's History Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the women that helped shape Selkirk. Women have played a vital role in Selkirk's history, contributing to the growth, culture, and strength of our community.

Read about some of these women in the links below!

Suffragettes in Selkirk: https://selkirkmuseum.ca/.../new.../suffragettes-in-selkirk/

Ruth Ho**er: https://selkirkmuseum.ca/.../ruth-hooker-for-the-love-of.../

Amy Clemons: https://selkirkmuseum.ca/people/amy-clemons/

Women on Selkirk Council: https://selkirkmuseum.ca/.../firsts-for-selkirks-women.../

Photo Source: Amy Clemons, Date Unknown, Selkirk Museum Collection

10/06/2026

Foto-Nite began in Selkirk at the Roxy Theatre in 1952, it was designed to boost weekday attendance by offering cash prizes through a numbered draw. Eventually the event moved to the Garry Theatre and ended in 1962.

Learn more at: https://selkirkmuseum.ca/events/foto-nite/

Photo source: Foto Nite The Stage Show with the Big Cash Offer, April 10 1952, Selkirk Enterprise

10/01/2026

In this excerpt Candyce Po***ck speaks about how she learned to skate and doing figures on the ice in the barn.

Listen to the Interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/uzOZxzr9nUw

Photo source: Barn West Side, 2020, Peter Hall

09/30/2026

09/29/2026

The Gilhuly’s Drug Store remained in the Gilhuly family for nearly a century. Through continued modernization and ownership transition in 1979, the store’s history reflects both the growth of Selkirk and development of pharmacy practice in rural Manitoba.

Learn more at: https://selkirkmuseum.ca/places/gilhulys-drug-store/

Photo source: Gilhuly's Drug Store, 1950s, Selkirk Museum Collection

09/24/2026

In this excerpt Paul Bedard shares different memories he has of Mel Bedard.

Listen to the Interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/84ytvnehbrQ

Photo source: Mel Bedard, Date Unknown, Manitoba Fiddle Association