Accessibility Services and Accommodations

The Historical and Cultural Society of Clay County (HCSCC) is committed to serving visitors of all ages and all abilities. We strive to provide equal access and a positive experience for all of our patrons; and we continue to search for solutions to the challenges presented by our property and historic sites. We plan to make steady progress wherever possible by removing barriers to our programs, services, events, exhibitions, and sites.

For access questions or to request accommodations (including private group tours, audio description, touch tours, or ASL interpreters) please contact our programming director, Markus Krueger by phone at (218) 299-5511, ext. 6738, or by email at [email protected].

Mobility/Wheelchair Access

The Hjemkomst Center and Hopperstad Stave Church are fully wheelchair accessible. The front entrance to the museum has an electric door operated by a push plate. The museum exhibitions and display cases are placed for accessible viewing. The four floors are accessible by stairs and elevator and all restrooms are accessible by wheelchair. Our gift shop, meeting rooms, and museum theater are also wheelchair accessible.

In addition, we offer two manual wheelchairs and two electric wheelchairs for museum visitors.

Parking and Public Transportation

HCSCC has designated accessible parking marked in the front of the building. A valid disability parking permit is required for use. Visitors to the museum may also be dropped off and picked up at the front entrance of the building at the entry ramp. The area includes a flat surface into the building. No parking is permitted at the drop-off and pick-up area.

Public transportation via Metro Area Transit (MATbus) is available to and from the museum. MATbus's Route 4 stops at the museum every 30 minutes. During large festivals, free parking is available at the Moorhead Center Mall with free shuttle service.

For more information about MATbus, visit them online or call (701) 232-7500.

For paratransit visitor passes, visit MATbus online or call (701) 241-8558.

Audio Description & Touch Tours

We offer audio description and touch tours for both individuals and groups. These tours are offered by request and we require at least two (2) weeks notice to ensure accommodations.

The museum theater offers the following films with audio description: 

*The Hjemkomst of Robert Asp
*Building a Dream: The Moorhead Stave Church
*The Hjemkomst: 30 Years Later

Please inquire at our visitor desk to reserve a future audio described or touch tour.

To reserve an audio described or touch tour, please contact HCSCC programming director Markus Krueger by phone at (218) 299-5511, ext. 6738, or by email at [email protected].

Large Format Printing

Signage and print materials, including brochures and programs, are available in alternative formats upon request. This includes large format print. Please allow two (2) weeks for the accommodation.

To request alternative print materials, please contact HCSCC programming director Markus Krueger by phone at (218) 299-5511, ext. 6738, or by email at [email protected].

Deaf and Hard of Hearing Accommodations

ASL-interpretation is offered for tours of the Hjemkomst Viking ship and the Hopperstad Stave Church.

Please contact programming director Markus Krueger two weeks in advance of your visit for these services. Reach him by phone at (218) 299-5511, ext. 6738, or by email at [email protected].

Social Story for Visitors with Autism

A social story is a narrative tool designed to help individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) understand and navigate social situations, daily routines, or specific events. It uses descriptive and supportive language to explain social expectations, provide information, and promote appropriate behavior and understanding. 

Learn what to expect during a visit to our museum by accessing our social story below:
Download the PDF --- here
Go to our social story page --- here

Website Access

We strive to make the HCSCC website accessible to all, regardless of the device or browser, including assistive technology and screen readers.

If you experience difficulty accessing materials on our website, please contact our communications manager Levi Magnuson by phone at (218) 299-5511, ext. 6737, or by email at [email protected].