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Historical society leader turns a new page
By Jo Colvin jcolvin@echopress.com Rachel Bardusons career is history. On September 14, she officially retired from her position as executive director of the Douglas County Historical Society (DCHS) ...
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Home Sweet Home: China in Minnesota
All of you who've read my posts are awesome. Thank you for following along. While I'm sad to see this journey end, I'm excited with anticipation because this was just my first try. I'll be writing man...
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Free History Center day for Dakota Indian celebration
The Minnesota History Center, near the state Capitol, will host a free-admission day Sept. 29 to honor Dakota Indians. The event will feature Dakota artwork, flute music, a drum and dance expo, a coo...
Posted on 9/10/12 at 11:11 AM
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Areavoices Digest #69 - Duluth scratches the history itch
Back when I worked for WDAY-TV, they used to send me to the dungeon. But I liked it. Actually it wasn't so much a dungeon, more like a vault - a place where the station's past was kept. Going down the...
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The Elders Among Us
Speak to the elders in your life. Last week I wrote about two conversations I had with each of my Granddads. Both men live vivid and classic lives exemplifying American/Minnesotan culture. It was awe...
Posted on 11/23/11 at 9:50 AM
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New exhibit at Twin Cities airport showcases history

A 50-year pictorial history of Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) from 1921 to 1971 is on display at Terminal 1-Lindbergh.

By Staff Report , July 31, 2011

State historical society museums, libraries reopen today

The Minnesota Historical Society, its museums, historic sites and library will reopen to the public today, Saturday, July 23, following the state of Minnesota government shutdown.

By Staff Report , July 23, 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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Minnesota social studies teachers get free admission to history museums

This week, Minnesota’s 4th-8th grade social studies teachers will find a summer deal in their mailboxes: a "History Pass" for free admission to all Minnesota Historical Society sites and museums all summer long.

By Staff Report , June 02, 2011

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Nominees revealed for annual 10 Most Endangered Historic Places list

The Preservation Alliance of Minnesota (PAM) announces the nominees for its annual 10 Most Endangered Historic Places list. Twenty-four nominations were submitted from concerned community advocates and distressed property owners from throughout the state.

By Staff Report , May 08, 2011

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Art history series kicks off at Douglas County Library

Douglas County Library hosts the first of three art history programs on Thursday, February 10, from 7 to 8:30 p.m.

February 09, 2011

Legacy Weekend to showcase arts, history, outdoors

The cities of Alexandria and Glenwood are joining forces to attract local and state visitors to a unique weekend featuring arts, history and outdoor events February 11-13.

By Al Edenloff , February 04, 2011

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Here's what to do on Legacy Weekend

Here is a list of events that are scheduled as part of “Legacy Weekend” in Alexandria and Glenwood.

February 04, 2011

Morris man featured in History Channel program tonight

By Staff Report , January 13, 2011

Nominations accepted for list of Minnesota’s 10 most endangered historic places

The Preservation Alliance of Minnesota (PAM) is now accepting nominations for its annual list of the state’s 10 Most Endangered Historic Places through Friday, December 31, 2010. The Todd County Courthouse was on the list in the past.

By Staff Report , November 26, 2010

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Keeping history alive

Keeping history alive Without a concerted effort, historic and cultural treasures are in danger of being lost to time.

By Al Edenloff , November 25, 2010

History of Alexandria to be featured on PBS

Pioneer Public Television, the Public Broadcasting System (PBS) affiliate that serves Alexandria, will air a segment on the history of Alexandria on Sunday, August 15 at 7 p.m.

August 11, 2010

Nominate a property for a 2010 Minnesota Preservation Award

Nominations are now being accepted for the 2010 Minnesota Preservation Awards, a program run by the Preservation Alliance of Minnesota.

By Staff Report , July 18, 2010

Program honors efforts to preserve historic resources

Nominations are now being accepted for the 2010 Minnesota Preservation Awards, a program run by the Preservation Alliance of Minnesota.

By Staff Report , June 13, 2010

Brandon Auditorium renovation under way

Brandon Auditorium renovation under way In 1935 these children played on the sand pile that was used to make cement and mortar for the construction of the historic Brandon Auditorium.

By By Christella Korkowski , April 02, 2010

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