Heritage Manitoba has developed some guides that will help researchers working on specific types of research projects. The Historic Resources Branch of Manitoba has graciously allowed us to present here some of the very useful guides developed for this kind of work.

Link to download An Introduction to Manitoba's Architectural History (2.6 MB PDF, 10 pages, adapted from a publication developed by the Historic Resources Branch (HRB) of Manitoba Tourism, Culture, Heritage, Sport and Consumer Protection, and used with permission of the HRB. English.) Download A brief overview of Manitoba’s architectural history, from the early 19th century to the middle of the 20th century.
Link to download Architectural Style Guide (1.49 MB PDF, 18 pages, adapted from a publication developed by the Historic Resources Branch (HRB) of Manitoba Tourism, Culture, Heritage, Sport and Consumer Protection, and used with permission of the HRB. English.) Download An illustrated overview of the major historic styles that defined Manitoba’s architectural history from 1860 to 1960.
Link to download Building Traditions and Types (3.46 MB PDF, 15 pages, adapted from a publication developed by the Historic Resources Branch (HRB) of Manitoba Tourism, Culture, Heritage, Sport and Consumer Protection, and used with permission of the HRB. English.) Download An illustrated overview of the major building traditions and types that defined Manitoba’s architectural history from 1870 to 1920.
Link to download Construction and Materials (1.77 MB PDF, 10 pages, adapted from a publication developed by the Historic Resources Branch (HRB) of Manitoba Tourism, Culture, Heritage, Sport and Consumer Protection, and used with permission of the HRB. English.) Download An illustrated overview of construction techniques and building materials used in historic buildings in Manitoba from 1850-1920.
Link to download Glossary of Architectural Terms (1.55 MB PDF, 13 pages, adapted from a publication developed by the Historic Resources Branch (HRB) of Manitoba Tourism, Culture, Heritage, Sport and Consumer Protection, and used with permission of the HRB. English.) Download An illustrated overview, with brief definitions, of the most common architectural terms used for historic Manitoba buildings.
Link to download Historical Research guide (0.9 MB PDF, 12 pages, developed by the Gimli Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee. Gimli, Manitoba. English.) Download An introduction to historical research techniques and sources.
Link to download Local History Guide Guide (0.3 MB PDF, 1 page, developed by Heritage Manitoba, English) Download The production of community histories, often called local histories, is an important activity carried out by nearly every municipality and community in Manitoba. There are approximately 2,000 local histories that have been developed over the past 60 years, and a handful of new ones and updated versions are developed every year.

There are approximately 2,000 local histories that have been developed over the past 60 years, and a handful of new ones and updated versions are developed every year.

These resources are a major legacy, and also an important source for anyone pursuing a Manitoba research project that focuses on a community.

There are two resources that a group or community should consult when they are considering the development of a local history:

A Guide to the Study of Manitoba Local History
This essential guide, by eminent Manitoba historians Gerald Friesen and Barry Potyondi, was published in 1981 by the University of Manitoba Press. The nearly 200 pages provide expert guidance on key subjects and sources.
Manitobia website at http://manitobia.ca/content/en
The Manitobia website provides the opportunity to review other local histories (via searchable pdf formats) and compare approaches and ideas. The site currently features nearly 250 volumes.
Link to download Oral Histories Guide (0.7 MB PDF, 8 pages, developed by Judith Moyer, English) Download Oral history is the systematic collection of living people's testimony about their own experiences. Here is an introduction and brief guide on developing an oral history project adapted from an on-line resource developed by Judith Moyer at http://dohistory.org/on_your_own/toolkit/oralHistory.html.
Link to download Photographing Historic Buildings (2 MB PDF, 8 pages, developed by the Gimli Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee, English) Download
Link to download Researching an Historic Building (1.15 MB PDF, 13 pages, adapted from a publication developed by the Historic Resources Branch (HRB) of Manitoba Tourism, Culture, Heritage, Sport and Consumer Protection, and used with permission of the HRB. English.) Download An introduction to research techniques and sources that are useful for a project focused on heritage buildings
Link to download Scanning Archival Images (7 KB PDF, 7 pages, developed by the Gimli Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee, English) Download