Historic Markerville
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SGSIS was formed in 1974
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In 1974, a small group of Markerville residents gathered together to form the Stephan G. Stephansson Icelandic Society. Their intention was to take back what time had claimed. This newly formed society began the restoration of one of the landmarks in the Markerville area, Stephan G. Stephansson's homestead. The restoration took several years and upon completion in 1976, was established as a Provincial museum with visitors from all over the world.
They turned their attention to the creamery that was 'well worn' from the years of neglect. In 1986, the Markerville Creamery reopened its doors, restored to its 1932 appearance and now a valued museum and coffee shop. The Fensala Hall, built in 1903 by the community and the local Ladies Aid (aka Vonin), was restored in 2006 with a modern addition boasting a commercial kitchen for special events, including the annual Fensala Hall Concert Series. The Markerville Lutheran Church, built in 1907 and restored in 2009, is the backdrop to weddings, special events and the annual Christmas Eve service. |
The Markerville Creamery before restoration
The Buttermaker's House, located across from the Markerville Creamery, celebrated a grand opening September 15, 2023. The 576 sq.ft. single family home was completely restored, renovated and furnished for use by resident artists, starting in 2024. |
Our Sites & Stephansson House
Historic Markerville is owned and operated by
Stephan G. Stephansson Icelandic Society
Stephan G. Stephansson Icelandic Society
We acknowledge the traditional lands and territories of the Indigenous Peoples who have lived on these lands and taken care of them since time immemorial. We acknowledge that the Historic Sites of the Stephan G. Stephansson Icelandic Society are on traditional Treaty 6 Territory. We recognize the Cree, the Nakoda Sioux, the Dene, the Saulteaux, as well as the Métis and Inuit who have lived on and cared for these lands for generations. We acknowledge the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders, both past and present, and are grateful for their contributions that helped keep this land beautiful. We make this acknowledgement as an act of reconciliation.