Cornish Library, Winnipeg

Name: Cornish Library
Address: 20 West Gate, Winnipeg, Canada

#112 among attractions in Winnipeg

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The Cornish Library, is a branch of the Winnipeg Public Library, located in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Like the St. John's Library, the Cornish is one of two Carnegie libraries in the city. It is a Grade II listed building and a Winnipeg Landmark Heritage Structure. It was gazetted on January 15, 1993. It is named in honour of Winnipeg's first mayor, Francis Evans Cornish. ()

Established: 1914 (110 years ago)Coordinates: 49°52'42"N, 97°9'36"W

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20 West GateCentral Winnipeg (Armstrong Point)Winnipeg Canada

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Cornish Library – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Portage Place, Manitoba Legislative Building, RBC Convention Centre Winnipeg, Winnipeg Art Gallery.

1.1 miNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Portage Place, Winnipeg
29 min walk • Portage Place, nestled in the heart of downtown Winnipeg, Canada, stands as a central hub for shopping and community events. This urban shopping centre is a key feature in the city's retail landscape, offering a variety of stores that cater to the needs and wants of...
0.7 miNE
Park, Architecture
Manitoba Legislative Building, Winnipeg
19 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Winnipeg, the Manitoba Legislative Building is not only the epicenter of the province's political life but also a stunning architectural masterpiece that beckons visitors to explore its grandeur. This neoclassical structure, inaugurated in 1920...
1 miNE
Sport venue, Sport, Convention center
RBC Convention Centre Winnipeg, Winnipeg
26 min walk • The RBC Convention Centre Winnipeg stands as a premier event and sport venue in the heart of Winnipeg, Canada. This expansive facility is a cornerstone of the city's vibrant community, offering a versatile space for a wide range of events, including sports...
0.9 miNE
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Winnipeg Art Gallery, Winnipeg
23 min walk • The Winnipeg Art Gallery, known as WAG, stands as a cultural beacon in the heart of Winnipeg, Canada. This modern museum, founded in 1912, is renowned for its diverse collection of Canadian and Indigenous art, as well as international contemporary and historical works.
0.6 miNE
Sport venue, Sport, Bridge
Osborne Stadium, Winnipeg
15 min walk • Osborne Stadium, a notable sports venue, stands as a beacon for the athletic community in the heart of Winnipeg, Canada. This stadium, which has been an integral part of the city's sports landscape for years, serves as a home ground for a variety of sporting events...
0.7 miNE
Monuments and statues
Louis Riel Sculpture, Winnipeg
18 min walk • In the heart of Winnipeg, Canada, stands a tribute to one of the country's most complex and iconic historical figures: the Louis Riel Sculpture. This statue is dedicated to the memory of Louis Riel, a politician, a founder of the province of Manitoba, and a defender of...
1 miNW
Ice skating, Ice rink
St. Boniface Canadiens, Winnipeg
26 min walk • The St. Boniface Canadiens was a Manitoba Junior Hockey League team that operated from 1952-1964. The St. Boniface Canadiens won 4 Turnbull Cup Championships as Manitoba Junior Champions, 1953, 1954, 1956, & 1958.
0.7 miNE
Memorial
Statue of Queen Victoria, Winnipeg
19 min walk • The Queen Victoria Statue was a sculpture of Queen Victoria that stood on the grounds of the Manitoba Legislative Building in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. It was designed by the British sculptor George Frampton, it cost $15,000, and was paid for by a mixture of public funds and private donations.
0.7 miNE
Monuments and statues
Golden Boy, Winnipeg
19 min walk • The Golden Boy is a northward-facing statue perched on the dome of the Manitoba Legislative Building in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Arguably the province's best-known symbol, the statue was modeled after the Roman god Mercury and is meant to represent the prosperity and entrepreneurial spirit of Manitoba.
0.6 miE
Neighbourhood
Osborne Village, Winnipeg
16 min walk • Osborne Village is a neighbourhood of Winnipeg, Manitoba. The area is bordered by the Assiniboine River on the north and west, Harkness Station on the east, and the Osborne Underpass on the south.
0.9 miN
Universities and schools
University of Winnipeg, Winnipeg
23 min walk • The University of Winnipeg is a public research university in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, that offers undergraduate faculties of art, business and economics, education, science and kinesiology and applied health as well as graduate programs.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Cornish Library?

Nearby attractions include Maryland Bridge, Winnipeg (2 min walk), Shaarey Zedek Synagogue, Winnipeg (3 min walk), Armstrong's Point, Winnipeg (5 min walk), Osborne Stadium, Winnipeg (15 min walk).

How to get to Cornish Library by public transport?

The nearest stations to Cornish Library:

Bus

Northbound Sherbrook at West Gate • Lines: 20, 29, 635 (1 min walk)
Northbound Sherbrook at Misericordia Health Ctr • Lines: 20, 29 (3 min walk)

Train

Winnipeg (35 min walk)