Stonewall, with its population of just over 5,000 people, has long been a destination point for people living in the west part of the Interlake, but it has emerged as another sort of destination point in recent decades: a bedroom community of Winnipeg.
It is only a few minutes north of the city off Highways 67 and 7, yet still has plenty to offer in retail business.
For decades in the early 1900s, it was home to the Stonewall Quarries, producing bricks and quarrying limestone. Today, quarries still operate north of the town, providing crushed limestone for road construction, but the quarry has evolved into an interpretive centre, blending natural features and history. Quarry Park has an interpretive building, park area, trails, tours, seasonal and overnight camping and a wonderful, crystal blue pond in which people come from across the area to enjoy.
But Stonewall has more than the quarry to brag about to tourists. Its collection of historic buildings rivals many in the nearby city of Winnipeg, built with local limestone.
Its vibrant retail sector includes trendy boutiques, assortment of essentials like hardware and lumber, offices, restaurants and grocery stores.
Stonewall Main St.
Its recreation centre has an ice arena, curling club, clubhouse and park-like area.
Many of the residents opt to live here and work in Winnipeg, because of the low prices and laid-back atmosphere of the town. Additionally, many seniors from adjacent farm areas have relocated to town, because of the availability of quality services and activities.
