New Denmark Memorial Museum

Located in the heart of New Denmark, New Brunswick, the New Denmark Memorial Museum celebrates the history, culture, and traditions of the Danish immigrants who settled the area in 1872. As the oldest Danish settlement in Canada, New Denmark has preserved its unique heritage for more than 150 years, and many residents continue to celebrate their Danish roots today.

Whether you’re interested in immigration history, local culture, or rural life in New Brunswick, the museum offers a fascinating glimpse into the community that helped shape the province’s multicultural heritage.

Discover Danish Heritage in New Brunswick

The museum’s collection showcases the lives of the early Danish settlers and the community they built.

Visitors can explore a variety of artifacts, including:

• Historic portraits of local families
• Farm machinery and agricultural equipment
• Household tools and everyday objects
• Fine china and books brought by early settlers
• Personal belongings and artifacts that tell the story of New Denmark’s Danish heritage

Together, these collections offer a window into the traditions, resilience, and contributions of the people who established this thriving community.

Plan Your Visit

The New Denmark Memorial Museum welcomes visitors throughout the summer season.

Hours of Operation

• Monday to Saturday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• Sunday: 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

New Denmark Memorial Museum
6 Main New Denmark Road
New Denmark, NB