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The history of the Crooked Lake Church illustrates several important themes about Alberta’s history, including the development of religious institutions, community life and interfaith cooperation. It is also part of the larger history of Scandinavian immigration and settlement in Alberta, which began in the late nineteenth century. Some immigrants arrived directly from Sweden, Norway and Denmark, while many others came to Alberta after first settling for a time in the American Midwest.
Six historic structures have been protected in Alberta through designation as a Municipal or Provincial Historic Resource. Most are located in central Alberta (particularly southeast of Edmonton) and reflect the history of Swedish, Norwegian and Danish people in Alberta.
- Battle River Lutheran Church
- Cronquist House
- Dickson Store and Site
- Holden Lutheran Church
- Parkland Evangelical Lutheran Church
In addition, five historic places reflecting the specific history of Icelandic immigration and settlement in Alberta have been designated Provincial Historic Resources in the Markerville area.
