Lacombe & District Historical Society

The Lacombe & District Historical Society is a registered Alberta Society’s Act Non-profit Organization & CRA Recognized Charity which works to preserve and promote the history of the Lacombe region through the many services and programs it offers under the name “Lacombe Museum” and as an integrated community asset.

Visit:

• Blacksmith Shop
• Flat Iron Building Museum
  • Museum Gift Shop
• Michener House Museum
  • Heritage Learning Garden
• Self Guided Mural Tours

Mission Statement: The Lacombe & District Historical Society’s (L&DHS) mission is to collect, preserve, interpret and exhibit the history and heritage of the residents of the geographical region in Central Alberta known as Lacombe for the benefit of the local communities by adhering to the standards and best practices for preserving history.

Vision Statement: to be a relevant & integrated community asset that provides value & inspiration, while sparking curiosity in the individuals, organizations & businesses of the Lacombe region, situated in Treaty 6 and Métis Region 3 of Central Alberta.

This is accomplished by providing programs & services directly to the public through the operation of three museums and community archives, collectively known as the Lacombe Museum. The Lacombe Museum strives to be a resource for scholars, historians, and educators as well as history buffs by preserving, cataloging, and interpreting important objects and documents and will use those items to provide educational and cultural programs for the public.