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Minnesota Historic Sites
Minnesota Historic Sites
Below is a list of Minnesota Historic Sites. Find detailed information on the Historic Site entries by clicking on their links.
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Historic Fort Snelling
Living History Museum of 19th century frontier life
Category: St. Paul Historic Site near Twin Cities, Minnesota
Description of this Twin Cities area Attraction: Discover an 1820s military outpost once the focus of a small settlement but now at the center of Minnesota's Twin Cities metropolitan area.
A full living history program with costumed guides is presented daily during the summer, and on weekends in May, September and October. In addition, on Mondays and Tuesdays in the summer enjoy a variety of tours guided by the fort's expert staff.
This restored stone fortress opens its gates to welcome you to frontier life. Imagine that the year is 1827, and as costumed guides greet you, that you've just arrived via steamboat up the Mississippi River.
Enjoy the sights and sounds of the past. Hear musket fire, the cannon's roar and the fife's shrill tunes. Take part in the fort's everyday life. Shoulder a musket, mend clothes, smell the stew, scrape a hide or sing along with the soldiers.
Take tea with Mrs. Snelling or sample the soldiers' bread ration. Swing a hammer in the blacksmith shop or barter with the sutler - but remember that his store is the only one for miles around!
The Fort's costumed guides demonstrate crafts, present historical skits and practice military drill and weapons firings. Join them in 1827 or explore other areas of the site's long history in the exhibits.
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Historic Jordan Walking Tour
Jordan, Minnesota
Category: Jordan Historic Site in Minnesota
Description of this Minnesota Attraction: Discover over a Century of American Heritage in Historic Downtown Jordan, Minnesota. Self guided walking tour. Copies can be printed off the website or pick up a copy at 225 Water Street. Jordan, Minnesota
is a hidden jewel, in Scott County, and only 20 miles southwest of the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and Saint Paul. Jordan, Mn is a small town, steeped in history, but steadily growing toward a thriving future!
In historic downtown, as many as 15 of the buildings on Water Street and South Broadway are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. You'll find unique shopping in Jordan. Antique shops, family restaurants, sports bars, world famous Pekarna Meats, beautiful floral supplies, creative art centers, unique gift shops, the Mini Met baseball facility and the historic Nicolin Mansion Bed and Breakfast all within a city block.
Shop Jordan Mn!
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Meeker County Historical Museum and G.A.R. Hall
Historical G.A.R. Hall and County Museum
Category: Litchfield Historic Site in Minnesota
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Description of this Minnesota Attraction: We invite you to visit the Litchfield Grand Army of the Republic Hall, a rare and carefully preserved monument to the Civil War era. The G.A.R. Hall, one of the very few left in the nation and the only authentic one remaining in Minnesota, is on the National Register of Historic Places. Designed by a post member to look like a military fort, the hall was built in 1885 and was the home of Frank Daggett Post #35.
The hall has been preserved as nearly as possible in its original condition. Large framed photographs of early post members gaze solemnly from its walls. Battle maps and paintings offer visual testimony to the ordeal these veterans survived. The furniture, the alter and organ and even the color scheme are the same as on the day of the post's last meeting.
To the rear of the G.A.R. Hall , a two-story addition houses the Meeker County Historical Society Museum. This museum displays collections that depict the diverse history of Meeker County. These include Indian artifacts, an early log cabin, a blacksmith shop, household implements, early clothing fashions, tributes to United States Veterans, and more.
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Pickwick Mill
Oldest Mill In the State
Category: Winona Historic Site near Rochester, Minnesota
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Description of this Rochester area Attraction: Built in 1854 Pickwick Mill is the oldest existing industrial site in the State of Minnesota. It is six stories tall, built of native stone. Has a 20 foot diameter water wheel, original mill stones, roller mills, dressers, and scales. Located in a picturesque valley it is adjacent to Lake Labelle. Offers trout fishing, picnicing, hiking, birdwatching, or lunch/diner at nearby inn.
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Terrace Mill Foundation
Historic Site, Gallery, Museum, Theater/Performance Venue
Category: Glenwood Historic Site in Minnesota
Description of this Minnesota Attraction: A welcome stop along the Glacial Ridge Trail, the Terrace Mill Historic District features a 1903 vintage flour mill, keystone arch bridge, weir dam, mill pond, log cabin and heritage cottage. All are set in a picturesque valley along the Chippewa River. The Terrace Mill Foundation was organized to assume the management and ownership of the historic Terrace Mill. This volunteer organization sponsors events throughout the summer months in support of Terrace Mill restoration projects. A restoration fund drive is now in progress and all donations and volunteer assistance would be greatly appreciated. Contact President Richard Grella at 320-278-3253.
Mill Hours 2009 (The flour mill, built in 1903, is open for tours, museum admission $1.00)
Welcome to the 2009 season!
2009 Season Calendar | At a Glance
Mill Hours: June 5 - 14: Fri.: 5 - 8; Sat.: 12 - 8; Sun.: 12 - 3 | June 11 - Aug. 30: Wed.: 5 - 8; Thurs., Fri. & Sat.: 12 - 8; Sun.: 12 - 3 | September Weekends: Sat. & Sun.: 12 - 3 | Other times by appointment, call 320-278-3728
June 4: - Annual Meeting 7:00 Terrace Sportsman's Club
June 5 - Sept. 27: Group Watercolor Exhibit in the Wheeler Gallery this year.
June 26 - 28: - Rosémale Class in Rogaland Style with Trudy Peach in St. Cloud. Contact patti-goke@yahoo.com or 320-251-3107.
July 4: Family Fun 5:00 PM: Bring your own picnic. Coffee, lemonade & prizes provided. Old fashioned games and contests. Races begin at 6:30.
July 5-16: "Pocahantas." Children's Musical Theatre Workshop I - For children age 8 - 18. Sing, dance and act in musical. With Julie Lloyd (320-268-3394.)
July 15 & 16: "Pocahantas." Children's Theater Production 6:30 PM. Performance of Children's Workshop Project. Free will donation.
August 2-13: "Huckleberry Finn ." Children's Musical Theatre Workshop II - For children grades 3 - 10. Sing, dance and act in musical. With Julie Lloyd (320-268-3394.)
August 12 & 13: "Huckleberry Finn ." Children's Theater Production 6:30 PM. Performance of Children's Workshop Project. Free will donation.
September 24-26: Rosémale Classes. Hallingdal Style with Shirley Evenstad. Contact patti-goke@yahoo.com or 320-251-3107.
September 27: 31st Annual Fall Festival & Fiddlers' Contest. 12:00 - Gates Open | 1:00 - Contest begins. To register, call Jim Olsen(320-634-3490) Crafts. Troll Shop. Vendors. Kitchen.
October 4: Blessing of the Animals by Pastor Eileen. 1:30 in front of the mill. Refreshments for 2 and 7 legged creatures.
As always, please bring your own seating & leave the pets at home. Mill grounds are alcohol and smoke free. Terrace is located 12 miles south of Glenwood on State HWY 104.
phone: 320-278-3728 | web: www.terracemill.org
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