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Bakken Library & Museum

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Library

Anthropology, Archaeology, History, Historical Society, Library

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.

Hennepin County Library

Hopkins, Minnesota

Library

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.

Culture, History, Historical Society, Library, Military

The Pine County History Museum commemorates the pioneers of Pine County; honoring the diverse cultures that settled here and created villages and thriving communities from nothing but the abundant natural resources, their ingenuity, and the sweat of their brows.

St. Paul Public Library

Saint Paul, Minnesota

Library

Cemetery, Historical Society, Library

In 1882, the citizens of Becker County recognized the need for preservation of the history of their community. The result was the Pioneer Settlers Union. The group, comprised of many of our founding residents, actively worked to preserve the history of their burgeoning community as it was happening. In 1924, this organization was renamed the Becker County Historical Society, but the mission stayed the same -- To preserve and communicate the history of Becker County and its people to all generations.

Bloomington Historical Society

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.

Library

History Center of Olmsted County

Rochester, Minnesota

History, Historic House, Historical Society, Library, Natural History

Each year the History Center of Olmsted County, together with its enthusiastic volunteers, provides presentations, educational and outreach programs, special events, museum exhibits, and more. The History Center currently owns and operates two historic buildings and two historic farmsteads.

Minnesota Historical Society

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.

Ramsey County Historical Society

Saint Paul, Minnesota

Culture, History, Historical Society, Library

The Ramsey County Historical Society is the officially-recognized historical agency of Ramsey County.

The RCHS's has three primary programs:

Gibbs Museum of Pioneer and Dakotah Life
The Society began in 1949 when a group of citizens moved to acquire and preserve the Heman and Jane Gibbs farm in suburban Falcon Heights. The Gibbs Farm Museum opened in 1954. The Gibbs house was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1974. Today the Gibbs Museum of Pioneer & Dakotah Life presents a dual Dakotah Indian/pioneer interpretation.

Ramsey County History Quarterly Magazine
In 1964, Ramsey County History began a distinguished tradition of assembling original, important information on engaging stories that might otherwise be lost to time.

The Bakken

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Botanical Garden, Culture, History, Historic House, Library, Science