The history of Lamont County reaches back more than a century and has become something of an iconic legend as the regions 47 churches rise proudly above the prairie landscape. They stand as monuments to the rich spiritual heritage of the pioneering culture of the late 19^th and early 20^th settlers from eastern Europe who travelled long and perilous journeys to make this part of east central Alberta their new home. The region showcases the architectural styles, bell towers, interior details of glistening chandeliers, and meticulous works of art. Take family and friends to enjoy the weekend as you travel in and around the Villages of Andrew, Bruderheim, Lamont, Chipman, Mundare and St. Michael. 

 

In 2009, Kalyna Country & Lamont County have worked together to expand this event so the whole Lamont County region and its Communities and businesses can benefit from the increased traffic and visitors. In 2008 over 1000 people participated county wide visiting over 25 locations. Travel Alberta Staff who went with their families commented that ‘Doors Open was the highlight of their summer!’

 

 2009 Doors Open Event Highlights

 - For 2009 this county-wide event includes 29 Churches, 3 Museums, Artists, Ag-tourism, Gift & specialty shops. New locations to visit include Andrew grain elevator, Basilian Fathers Museum, Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village (with 3 Churches), Parkland Conservation Farm, Sunspot Greenhouse, Barbara G’s, Ross Creek Market, Tee Kae’s Framing, Flower Pot & Yogi’s.

- Both days- St. Michael Hall is hosting a Pyrogy lunch from 11am-1:30pm and an Art show from 10am-4pm .

- Saturday – the Parkland Conservation Farm, Mundare is hosting a Spring Foraging and Food festival.

- Sunday – the popular Chipman Car Crafters Show & Shine is also on with many activities.

(the dates for Doors Open have been moved to be at the same time as these other events so visitors can enjoy a great variety of activities throughout the County region.)

- look for the yellow balloons marking routes and participating churches & businesses in the event.

 

Lamont County would like to thank the following sponsors for their contributions: Kalyna Country, Town of Mundare,  ATB Financial, and Travel Alberta.  

 

Pick up your Doors open map & tour booklet starting June 2 - at all visitor centres & municipal offices in Lamont County and at visitor centres in Sherwood Park, Fort Saskatchewan and Vegreville. Or pick it up at the following: Lily’s Steak and Pizza (Bruderheim), Chipman Market (Chipman), Flower Pot (Lamont), Sears (Andrew) and Barbara G’s Giftshop (Mundare), as well as at all participating Churches, museums and businesses.

 

Join us in “Celebrating the People, the Places and the Architecture.”