Bloomington, Minnesota

General, History, Historical Society, Library

The Bloomington Historical Society is located in the newly renovated Old Town Hall at Penn Avenue and Old Shakopee Road. The collection contains artifacts, documents, photographs and books on local history. We offer tours, workshops, research opportunities and school visits to the community.

Farmington, Minnesota

General, History

Dakota City Heritage Village is a 1900-era village and museum dedicated to connecting people to the rural past. Dakota City is a non-profit organization that welcomes anyone interested in preserving the past for today and tomorrow.

Saint Paul, Minnesota

Culture, General, History, Historic House, Historical Society, Nature Centers

The story of the Gibbs Museum begins in 1833 near Batavia, New York. Jane DeBow was taken by a missionary family traveling west to work among the Dakota around Fort Snelling. Jane grew up in Minnesota and became familiar with the Dakota culture.

Chisago City, Minnesota

Culture, General, History, Historic House, Park, Specialized

The Ironhorse Central Railroad Museum is located in Chisago City, MN and has been in this present location since 1966. Richard and Robert Thompson and Doug Alexander started back in the 1950's collecting memorabilia, taking photos and going on MRA fan trips. They purchased engine # 4 in 1963 and had it stored until 1966 when it was moved to the present location. Track construction was started that year and in 1984 the circle was completed and a final spike ceremony was held celebrating the event. A documentary called "Ironhorse" was filmed from 1983 to 1984 and has been featured on television multiple times. In those years we had many newspaper articles and were shown on local news programs. We have almost a mile of track in a circle so we can run our equipment around.

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Art, General, Library, Specialized

MACC is a regional art conservation center providing treatment for paintings, paper, objects and textiles; preservation outreach and field service programs are offered as well.

Cloquet, Minnesota

Culture, General, History, Historic House, Historical Society, Library

We are proud to serve Carlton County in the collection, preservation and dissemination of the history of the county. We invite you to become a member of the Carlton County Historical Society and help provide needed support for this important work.

Dassel, Minnesota

General, History, Historic House, Historical Society

Moorhead, Minnesota

General, History, Specialized

Hutchinson, Minnesota

General, History, Historical Society

Welcome to the McLeod County Historical Society in Hutchinson, Minnesota. We are dedicated to connecting with the past, understanding the present and making informed choices about the future by finding, preserving, explaining and sharing McLeod County History. Along with an extensive exhibit area and art gallery, our building houses a document and photograph archive. A workshop and storage area provides space to manage and maintain a large collection. Research information for family history and genealogy is provided in a library which includes printed materials and microfilms. A large meeting room and attached kitchen provide a comfortable place for historical programs and other public and private gatherings.

Saint Paul, Minnesota

Anthropology, Archaeology, Art, Botanical Garden, Cemetery, Children's, Culture, General, History, Historic House

The Minnesota Historical Society is chief caretaker of Minnesota's story—and the History Center is home to the Society's vast collections. Within its archives reside artifacts ranging from American Indian moccasins and artwork to furniture and photographs, Civil War-era flags and a wealth of geneaological information. All of it is accessible today and for future generations. Through its 26 historic sites and museums, the Society offers opportunities for thought-provoking entertainment, learning and fun. Visitors can discover the power of water at Mill City Museum, enjoy a breathtaking view of Lake Superior at Split Rock Lighthouse, and experience 19th-century frontier living at Historic Fort Snelling.