Wasyl Negrych Pioneer Homestead

The Wasyl Negrych Pioneer Homestead, situated in Gilbert Plains, Manitoba, preserves the historical residence of Wasyl Negrych and Anna Verhun, who settled there in 1897. The homestead showcases the original house, built in 1899, following Carpathian mountain architecture from eastern Europe, using tamarack logs and mud-plaster made with clay, straw, cow dung, and water.

Visitors can explore not only the main residence but also nine other buildings like the bunkhouse, cow barn, pigpen, and granaries, all crafted from logs. The site offers a glimpse into the pioneer lifestyle of the Negrych family, who lived without electricity, running water, or modern amenities, maintaining their traditional Ukrainian way of life well into the 20th century.

Designated as a Provincial Historic Site in 1992 and a National Historic Site in 1996, the Negrych Homestead allows visitors to step back in time and experience the unique heritage of one of the oldest-known Ukrainian-Canadian dwellings on its original site, nestled almost half a mile away from the nearest public road in a serene, tree-lined setting.

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