Phase one of new arts centre underway at Hamiota bank
The Mid-West Arts Council is restoring the former Hamiota Royal Bank building into a community arts centre serving Miniota, Woodworth, Blanshard, and Hamiota. Phase One focuses on roof, foundation, brick work, windows, and site clean up with about 6000 dollars spent so far. a Manitoba Heritage Grant of 16000 dollars supports matching funds. Future phases add interior renovations, annex, freight elevator, and expanded facilities, with fundraising events including a Tea Room and an antiques auction.