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Norwegian Historic District


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The Norwegian Historic District, located just outside of Clifton on Cleng Peerson Memorial Hwy. FM 219, draws many tourists to our area. The Norse community is dotted with historical sites listed on the National Register of Historic Places including two churches, 46 homesteads, and a cemetery which pay homage to the strong Norwegian Heritage of Clifton.

Pioneers such as Cleng Peerson, called "the Father of Norse Immigration to America," and Ole Canuteson brought groups of Norwegians to area in the 1850s. Peerson's grave, churchyard of Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Norse community, has been honored by Norwegian descendants throughout the U.S..

Norse customs are celebrated throughout the year including "Syttende Mai" (Norwegian Constitution Day) in May, smorgasbord in Nov., and Norwegian Country Christmas and Lutefisk Dinner on the first Saturday in December. To rent or purchase a driving tape, call the Clifton Chamber of Commerce.


Phone: 254-675-3720

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Tin Building Theatre

Located behind the historic Bosque Conservatory, the Tin Building Theatre is a unique space - a simple exterior with a state of the art, fully equipped theater inside. During its 20 year history, the theater has staged over 80

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Bosque Memorial Museum

Bosque Memorial Museum displays the largest collection of Norwegian artifacts in the South and Southwest, highlighting the county'

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Norwegian Historic District

The Norwegian Historic District, located just outside of Clifton on Cleng Peerson Memorial Hwy. FM 219, draws many tourists to our area. The Norse community is dotted with historical sites listed on the National Register of Historic Places including two churches, 46

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