The community of St. Lewis enjoys a long and vibrant history as one of the earliest recorded places in all of Labrador by Europeans.

[1] Settled in the early 18th century (by Europeans), the area’s sheltered location, proximity to good fishing grounds and seal migration routes made the settlement a desired location for both the European-based migratory fishery, and the native Inuit families who inhabited the south Labrador coast.

The community’s physical location provides an excellent vantage point to view the southward procession of icebergs and floe-ice commencing every summer.

St. Lewis is proudly recognized by Newfoundland and Labrador Tourism as located in the province's renowned "Iceberg Alley".

The Loder family from Harbour Grace had established a fish trading business and constructed premises in the community; now restored, it houses exhibits relating the history of St. Lewis.