Historic Hecla Island Village

First settled in 1876 by Icelandic immigrants & was part of “New Iceland” – which also included Gimli, Lundi (modern-day Riverton) & Arborg.

Today, Hecla Historic Village includes the Community Hall, a log house, old Hecla Schoolhouse, Tomosson’s Boarding House, Hecla Church, dock, ice house, fishing boats, tool shed, with Hecla General Store & Solmundson Gesta Hus (Guest house).

Take a self-guided walking tour or tour with a guide from Hecla/Grindstone Provincial Park.

Services every Sunday in summer at 11:00 in Hecla Church.

Camp at Hecla Provincial Park or stay at one of the local Resort/ Hotels.

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  • Manitoba Conservation and Climate Parks & Protected Spaces Branch