We are located at 2777 Portage Avenue on the banks of Sturgeon Creek.
We share the life of Cuthbert Grant (1793-1854) and his involvement in the fur trade and the fur trade wars in our museum inside the mill. Grant is considered to be the first leader of the Métis Nation here in Manitoba. In 1829 he built the first water-powered mill in Western Canada located on the banks of Sturgeon Creek in Winnipeg. This mill is a replica of the one Grant built, and was constructed in 1975. We operate a water-powered mill using mill stones to demonstrate how wheat was ground into flour in the mid 1800’s.
Get Involved
We are always looking for volunteers to help with supporting the mill. At this time we are looking for people with interest and/or experience in
-Museum marketing and promotion
-Production of museum displays
-Photographers (for press release imagery)
-Assistance at museum functions
You will meet a wide variety of fun and interesting people, and be able to participate in activities that you may never have the opportunity to experience elsewhere. All while being able to contribute to the preservation of Manitoba’s history. If this sounds of interest to you, please send us an email below with your name and phone number and a brief summary of why you’d love to volunteer with us!
Make History Long-Lasting ... Donate Today!
The Grant’s Old Mill Museum is gratefully accepting donations of money from the public and volunteer community. Allocations go to:
(1) A specific Grant’s Old Mill museum project / event
(2) In memory of someone special in your life
(3) General revenue to keep the museum open
Please accept our heartfelt Thank you in advance for your generous gift.
We are thrilled to have your support. Donors truly make the difference for us, and we are extremely grateful for them!
Upcoming Events!
Cuthbert Grant Day-July 13th
Pioneer Day- August 10th
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Grants Old Mill is located on Treaty 1 territory, the traditional lands of the Anishinaabe, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dene, and Dakota Peoples, and the homeland of the Métis Nation.