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Historic Al Rashid Mosque at Fort Edmonton Park

Fort Edmonton Park, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Preserved historic mosque that documents the beginnings of purpose-built Muslim worship spaces in Canada.

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About Historic Al Rashid Mosque at Fort Edmonton Park

Identity, documented context and sacred significance.

Preserved historic mosque that documents the beginnings of purpose-built Muslim worship spaces in Canada. The Al Rashid Mosque was built in 1938 and, after subsequent moves, the original building was relocated to Fort Edmonton Park in 1992.

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Place TypeMosque
Religious TraditionIslam
LocationFort Edmonton Park, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
CountryCanada
Established / Period1938
HeritageHistoric mosque building preserved at Fort Edmonton Park

Faith, Tradition & Sacred Association

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Religious TraditionIslam

History & Sacred Tradition

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Historical Record

The Al Rashid Mosque was built in 1938 and, after subsequent moves, the original building was relocated to Fort Edmonton Park in 1992.

Sacred Tradition

Its religious history is tied to the perseverance of Edmonton’s early Muslim community; the historic building is now interpreted primarily as heritage.

Editorial Context

The preserved building represents early Muslim religious life in Edmonton but is interpreted primarily as built heritage today; it should not be presented as a functioning prayer hall.

Architecture & Sacred Complex

Historic mosque building preserved at Fort Edmonton Park

Entry & Visitor Rules

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Restricted areas / visitor rulesHistoric building within a ticketed heritage park, not an operating congregational mosque; confirm park access and opening dates.

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Last checked
October 15, 2026