Winnipeg was one of the fastest growing cities in North America during the first decade of the twentieth century. Likewise, the surrounding municipalities witnessed widespread expansion. These neighbourhoods were vibrant and unique, each possessing distinctive patterns of settlement and industrialization. Superbly illustrated and carefully researched, these books include historical photographs and detailed maps to guide both visitors and local residents on a tour of Winnipeg’s landmark buildings.

Historian Murray Peterson has been researching historical buildings for a decade and has published a number of works dealing with Winnipeg and Western Canadian history. He is constantly amazed at the richness of our past. Robert J. Sweeney, Winnipeg born and raised, practices industrial, architectural, and graphic design. He was an associate in a London, England industrial design firm and practised in Europe and North America. His work has received design awards in both Europe and Japan. He currently serves as consultant on a diverse range of projects in addition to pursuing interests in both arts and music.

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Robert J. Sweeney, Winnipeg born and raised, practices industrial, architectural, and graphic design. He was an associate in a London, England industrial design firm and practices in Europe and North America. His work has received design awards in both Europe and Japan. He currently serves as consultant on a diverse range of projects in addition to pursuiing interests in both arts and music.

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