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Norwegian Laft Hus

Tourism Region: Red Deer

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We operate a Norwegian museum, cultural centre and tourist attraction located in Heritage Park in Red Deer, Alberta.

About the Collections

Books, tools, equipment and furnishings brought by immigrants to this country from Norway.


Approximate number of objects in the collections: 400+

Archives

A collection of literature, video, and various media pertaining to Norwegian culture, including, history of Norwegian Royal Family as documented by Snorre Sturlason, and an Old Norwegian Bible over 200 years old.

Architectural Records • Prints and Drawings • Films and Videos • Photographs • Sound Recordings • Textual Records

Decorative Arts

Woodcarvings, Hardanger embroidery, tapestries, traditional costumes.

Ceramics, Porcelain or Pottery • Costumes • Furniture or Furnishings • Metalwork, Silverwork or Goldwork • Musical Instruments • Textiles or Tapestries
Other: Rosemaling

Fine Arts

Miscellaneous:
Folk Art

Human History

Information from immigrants that travelled to Canada

Costumes and Accessories • Currency • Furniture or Furnishings • Household Objects or Domestic Technology • Imaging : Photographs : Video • Maps, Charts, Plans or Blueprints • Memorabilia • Musical Instruments • Oral History • Religious or Liturgical Objects • Sports Equipment • Toys and Games • Transportation : Non-motorized ground

Services & Activities

Research Services

Library

Educational Programs

Classes or Workshops • Demonstrations • Lectures • School Programs : Age 0-4 (Pre-School) : Age 5-11 (k-6)

Visitor Services

Guided Tours : English • Accessible by Public Transportation • Children's Activities or Services : Playground • Nature Trails, Walks or Gardens • Gift shop • Washrooms • Parking Facilities : Free : Bus

Food Services

Picnic Area

Publications and Products

Annual Reports • Brochures • Museum Guide • Newsletters • T-Shirts or Sweatshirts or Caps • Videos

Map


User 

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Location

Address: 4402-47 Avenue
Red Deer, Alberta
T4N 6T4
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Telephone: (403) 347-2055
Fax: (403) 347-2055
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Hours of Operation

Operations:


We can accomadate any tours and visits year-round, through appointments, and, offer courses in Norwegian culture all year round.


Individuals interested in learning more about our programs are encouraged to contact us for further information.

Open:

YEAR ROUND


Wednesday's 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.


SUMMER HOURS
Our summer hours are in effect from July to August and are divided as follows:


Mon CLOSED

Tue 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Wed 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Thu 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Fri 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Sat 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Sun 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Closed:
Canada Day

Admission: Free