a small town museum with big history
Way up north along the banks of the mighty Mackenzie River, you’ll find the town of Norman Wells – or Tłegǫ́hłı̨ (Thleh-go-lee) which translates to ‘where there is oil’…
We’ve got that and so much more.
THE JOURNEY NORTH
Norman Wells, located in the Sahtu Region, is 145 kms south of the Arctic Circle and is only accessible by road during the winter months on the ice road (click here for map).
Daily flights to and from Norman Wells are available through North-Wright Airways. The locally owned and operated airline also offers charter options and are kept busy all summer long as they shuttle hunters, canoeists, and hikers into the Mackenzie Mountains.
Although less frequent (read: plan your trip accordingly), Canadian North also offers weekly flight options from Edmonton and Yellowknife.
CN, NWA, and Buffalo Airways (of the tv show Ice Pilots) all offer cargo and freight options.
During summer months, freight has historically be sent up the Mackenzie River on barges from Hay River via MTS, however low water levels saw the 2024 season cancelled completely.
Annual T-Shirt Design Competition
Annual T-Shirt Design Competition
Heading into the summer of 2024 we launched our annual t-shirt design competition as a way to incorporate more “Norman Wells” branded items into our gift shop while engaging the youth in town to get creative and have a way of being involved with the Historical Society.
Each year we are proud to feature a new design for sale which highlights what our kids love about the town we call home. And portion of proceeds is directed back to the young artist, so you’re supporting young creatives and small business all at the same time!
