Wonderful national heritage place
8/26/2015
Well worth the time to go there and spend an afternoon. The past comes back as you walk through t...
National Doukhobour Heritage Village
Closed
(5)
Photos
Queen Elizabeth Blvd
Veregin, Saskatchewan S0A 4H0
The National Doukhobor Heritage Village, located in Verigin, Saskatchewan, is a historic site showcasing the rich Doukhobor heritage and culture. The village is home to various buildings, including the landmark Doukhobor Prayer Home built in 1917, significant for its architectural roots in 1800s Russia.
Officially opened in 1980 on Peter's Day, commemorating the Doukhobor emigration from Russia, the village features a museum complex with thirteen buildings portraying the lifestyle of pioneer Doukhobors. Visitors can explore traditional homes, a brick oven, a bathhouse, and a collection of Doukhobor artifacts, providing insight into the community's history.
In addition to guided tours and educational resources, the village hosts events such as Museum Appreciation Day and Heritage Day, offering visitors a chance to experience the Doukhobor culture firsthand. With its unique historical significance and authentic representation of Doukhobor life, the National Doukhobor Heritage Village is a must-visit destination for those interested in Saskatchewan's cultural heritage.
Generated from the website content
Also at this address
Reviews
3.55 reviews
Don't judge a museum by its reviews
8/1/2015
Doukhobor history is indeed interesting and an often untold part of prairie history. So based on wha...
I'll go back
12/3/2014
I was in Kamsack mid November, so the village wasn't open. Next time I'm that way, I want to stop. T...
See a problem?
