It might not be what modern people would put on their list of what is needed to build a village, but a garden is vital.
The Mennonite Heritage Village (MHV) grounds and galleries are still closed until June 11th, but we are still busy getting several new developments ready for you!
The Mennonite Heritage Village (MHV) windmill, our signature building, is a replica of the largest of four windmills built in the Steinbach area in the years 1876 to 1878.
In last week’s post I shared a personal story about how our backgrounds can bias us to emphasizing certain parts of history and downplaying others.
A couple weeks ago, we explored how war, violence, and the threat of military participation shaped the first three waves of Mennonite migration to Canada.
With the advent of fast and easy food we have lost the art of preparing and eating food. What was meant to be restful and nourishing to our bodies and souls has become merely utilitarian.
Mennonite Heritage Village’s (MHV) upcoming exhibit “Mennonites at War” explores various responses Mennonites have had toward war and violence over their five-hundred-year history.
Stores were unusual in the early Manitoba Mennonite villages and yet it was Steinbach’s first store that became the Mennonite Heritage Village’s first building.
There is a lot happening at the Mennonite Heritage Village. Besides the busyness of preparing for a new season of events, exhibits and welcoming guests on our grounds in a safe way, we have also received several grants.
The Mennonite Heritage Village is excited to be collaborating with the Canadian Museum for Human Rights in April, which is Genocide Remembrance, Condemnation and Prevention month in Canada.
