Town of Virden
The town of Virden was founded as a railway construction tent town in 1882. A flood of settlers followed the construction of the railway as they moved westward in an attempt to fulfill their dreams of a better life. Arriving by oxcart and steamship on the Assiniboine River, these pioneers began staking out their homesteads and turning the prairie into prosperous farmland. Virden's population spiked yet again after the discovery of oil in the 1950s. Over the years, that small tent town has grown into the thriving community we know today.
Town of Virden
Virden, Manitoba is a proud prairie community that is home to roughly 3,110 residents. The community itself is thriving with much to offer to residents and visitors. Our town office is located on the main floor of 236 Wellington St W. If you have any questions or concerns stop by or give us a call. For more information about the Town of Virden, follow the link below.
Virden Tourist Information
Run by the Virden Pioneer Home Museum, the tourist booth is located in the museum at 390 King St W in Virden. This information center is setup to supply visitors with information and guidance surrounding the Virden community. To learn more about Virden attractions or for more information, follow the link below.