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Winnipeg’s New Folklorama Mural Unveiled | Winnipeg News
A vibrant new mural is rising in Winnipeg’s West End, honoring Folklorama’s global spirit with symbols like a Métis sash, a Chinese dragon, and Japanese lanterns—uniting cultures without borders. Created by veteran muralist Mandy van Leeuwen and inspired by a beloved 2019 mural that once won “Mural of the Year” before being covered, this piece celebrates the festival’s 50th anniversary and the city’s multicultural heartbeat. Building owner Fred Morden and City Councillor Cindy Gilroy champion the project, noting the West End’s legacy as a gateway for newcomers. Even Mayor Scott Gillingham…
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