Because I will be working in Winnipeg, as well as the Carman area I decided to look into the history of Carman and would like to share a small piece of it with you.
If you have never been, Carman is is located at the junction of Highways #3 and 13, just minutes southwest of Winnipeg. Carman is situated in the heart of a rich prairie agriculture belt and just 100 kilometers north of the United States border.
Carman was settled in 1870 when Winnipeg settlers used the Missouri Trial to located around the Boyne River.
Business began to open in 1878 and it was during this period of growth that the settlers became interested in founding and properly naming a village on their Boyne site.
A vote was taken and Carman City was chosen, later shortened to Carman, after Episcopal Methodist Church Bishop Rev. Albert Carman.
Incorporated as a town in 1905, the community served as an agricultural, manufacturing and commercial service centre to the surrounding areas, a role it continues today.
ATTRACTIONS:
Carman is full of exciting and places for family fun. Check these out, if you haven't already.
Visit the Dufferin Historical Museum
Dufferin's Historical Museum is located at the corner of King's Park Road and Hwy 245 in Carman. Surrounded by the Carman Golf Course and King's Park this wonderful facility is superbly located for an afternoon of education and recreation.
Visiting the museum you will see collections of early 1900's furniture, a pianola, various clocks, early wedding dresses, tools, weapons, coins, books, household items, children's toys, Dutch artifacts and recollections of pioneer days depicted in a series of 24 water colour portraits.
HOURS OF OPERATION:
July-August
Tuesday-Saturday: 10:00-5:00 pm
Sunday: 1:00-5:00 pm
Phone: 204-745-3597
Visit the website at http://www.dufferinhistoricalmuseum.ca
CAMPGROUND AND KINGS PARK
The municipal campground is located in King’s Park. There are 43 sites and is situated near the Carman Aquatic Centre, Playgound, lighted tennis courts, fair grounds and 18 hole golf course.
It doesn't matter how many times I go to King's Park it's beauty amazes me. My family and I have spent many afternoons there, with a picnic, soccer ball and kites. They also have a skateboarding park there for the kids, tennis courts and the kids playground is a hit for kids of all ages. There is also BBQ areas to set up for birthday parties and such.
You can get more information on the campground by visiting:
http://www.carmandufferinrecreation.com/facilities/campground-kings-park
There really is so many wonderful things about Carman, and the area. I will be writing more in the near future and doing a special write up on the Carman Fair, which is amazing!!!! Until then, if you have an afternoon off, go enjoy all that Carman can offer. I promise, you will be impressed.
And of course, if you are looking to buy or sell in the Carman area, please give me a call directly at 1-204-745-7700. You can also go to www.tinaaugust.com to view all of our current listings.
Have a great day!!!
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