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STAFF BLOG CAPITOL CHATTER Historic sites, museums up admission as society makes cuts
The Minnesota Historical Society says a lower-than-needed state budget means it is forced to reduce services and raise entrance fees. Beginning Dec. 1, admission to most historic sites and museums go...
Posted on 8/27/11 at 8:18 AM
BOY SCOUT BLOG ROCKWELL AND THE MOVIES
What do George Lucas and Steven Spielberg have in common with millions of Scouts and Scouters? These great American filmmakers both love and admire the work of Norman Rockwell, who spent decades illu...
Posted on 11/12/10 at 4:48 PM
FAR SIDE OF FIFTY Curiosity: Round Lake Historical Marker
Do you stop to read Historical Markers? Usually I can get Far Guy to stop, " Chance might need to be walked! " I am always curious about Historical Markers, I like to stop and read them. Ima...
Posted on 10/24/09 at 4:50 AM
Maps on display at the Pope County Museum 
The Pope County Museum in Glenwood will host the “Minnesota on the Map” exhibit November 16 through January 16.
The traveling exhibit is on loan from the Minnesota History Center in St. Paul and will be traveling to venues throughout Minnesota.
It features dozens of maps ranging from Louis Hennepin’s 1683 map of the upper Mississippi River Valley to a satellite map of Minnesota produced by NASA.
November 25, 2011
Two endangered historic properties compete for national grant
Two sites on the Preservation Alliance of Minnesota’s 10 Most Endangered Historic Places list for 2011 are competing for a national preservation grant. The Fergus Falls Regional Treatment Center and Elk River’s Jackson Street Water Tower were selected to participate in the National Trust for Historic Preservation's This Place Matters Community Challenge.
By Staff Report , June 07, 2011
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Preservation Alliance unveils list of 10 most endangered historic places
What do a church, a school, a water tower, and a drive-in have in common? These sites all joined the Preservation Alliance of Minnesota’s 2011 list of the state’s 10 Most Endangered Historic Places.
By Staff Report , May 14, 2011
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Can you identify these men?
This photo was taken of World War I veterans of the Runestone Barracks.
July 30, 2010
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Who do you think you are?
“You look just like your grandmother did at that age.”
Has that been said to you? Or, “Your grandfather loved to sing, too. Maybe that’s where you got it from.”
By By Rachel Barduson, Douglas County Historical Society , March 19, 2010
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Enjoy bean soup with Knute
The annual Bean Soup with Knute lunch, sponsored by the Douglas County Historical Society in partnership with Knute Nelson, the organization, will be held Tuesday, February 2 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Governor’s Room of Nelson Gables at 1220 Nokomis Street.
January 22, 2010
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World War II's unsung heroes
Usually when World War II veterans are honored and stories are written about them, the focus is on those involved in the actual battles that were fought. People tend to forget the soldiers who toiled behind the scenes.
By By Dori Otterson, contributing writer , June 05, 2009
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Spring cleaning 101
A hundred years ago, spring clean-up habits were a bit different than today.
By By Kathryn Liesemeyer, Historical society , April 17, 2009
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Lunch with Knute: Douglas County Historical Society to host bean soup fundraisier
It’s time again to celebrate local history by commemorating Knute Nelson’s birthday with his favorite meal, bean soup.
January 30, 2009
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A celebration 150 years in the making
It’s been 150 years since the city of Alexandria was founded.
Just as those who built the foundation of the town came together in 1858, the community once again is coming together to celebrate Alexandria’s sesquicentennial.
By By Megan Lusty, Staff Reporter , June 06, 2008
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Juried art show set for June 14
Twenty years ago, women played an integral part in preserving an historical landmark and the history that went along with the grand old Ann Bickle Heritage House in Glenwood.
June 06, 2008
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A picture is worth a thousand words
When using the phrase, “A picture is worth a thousand words,” we usually think that nothing needs to be said.
By By Dori Otterson, contributing writer , May 16, 2008
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