CHASKA HISTORICAL SOCIETY

CHASKA, MN

Cowboy Slims in Minneapolis Cowboy Slims bar at Hennepin and Lagoon in Uptown Minneapolis.
Cowboy Slims in Minneapolis Credit: Chad Davis.

The Chaska Historical Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and sharing the history of the city of Chaska, Minnesota. Founded in 1967, the society has a rich collection of artifacts, photographs, and documents that showcase the city's past.

The society's headquarters is located in the historic Andrew Peterson Farmstead, which was built in 1868. The farmstead has been restored and is open to the public for tours and educational programs. Visitors can explore the farmstead's original buildings, including the farmhouse, barn, and outbuildings, which offer a glimpse into life on a 19th-century farm.

The Chaska Historical Society also operates the Chaska History Center, which features exhibits on the city's history, including its early settlers, businesses, and community organizations. The center also hosts special events and programs throughout the year, including lectures, workshops, and historical reenactments.

In addition to preserving local history, the Chaska Historical Society is also committed to promoting historical education and research. The society offers resources for genealogical research and maintains an extensive archive of historical documents and photographs. It also publishes a quarterly newsletter, The Chaska Historian, which highlights local history and events.

Overall, the Chaska Historical Society is an important resource for anyone interested in learning about the history of Chaska and the surrounding area.

CHASKA HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Uncategorized or General Museum in CHASKA MN. US MID #8402700247

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

Cowboy Slims in Minneapolis Cowboy Slims bar at Hennepin and Lagoon in Uptown Minneapolis.
Epoch Times / Stop The Genocide An Epoch Times billboard over a building at Lake Street and 2nd Ave. On the other side is protest banners reading "Stop the genocide in Gaza". <i>This image is part of a <a href="https://chaddavis.photography/minneapolis-uprising/" rel="noreferrer nofollow">continuing series</a> following the unrest and events in Minneapolis following the May 25th, 2020 murder of George Floyd. <a href="https://chaddavis.photography/minneapolis-uprising/" rel="noreferrer nofollow">Chad Davis Photography: Minneapolis Uprising</a></i>
05/30/20 O'Reilly Auto Parts on fire during protests over the killing of George Floyd O'Reilly Auto Parts fire on May 30, 2020 after 4 nights of protests following the death of George Floyd. <b> Note:</b><i>This image is part of a <a href="https://chaddavis.photography/minneapolis-uprising/" rel="noreferrer nofollow">continuing series</a> following the unrest and events in Minneapolis following the May 25th, 2020 murder of George Floyd. <a href="https://chaddavis.photography/minneapolis-uprising/" rel="noreferrer nofollow">Chad Davis Photography: Minneapolis Uprising</a></i>
On Dakota Land Mural art on the new pavilion on the north end of the lake, Bde Maka Ska. The lake and surrounding area was the land where the Dakota made one of their first major encampments. There are signs making this as "On Dakota Land" all around it. Uptown Minneapolis, Minnesota
Bryn Mawr Station, Minneapolis Southwest LRT Southwest LRT Bryn Mawr Station construction in Minneapolis. The train station features a very long pedestrian bridge to Wayzata Blvd/Penn Ave. Looks to be pretty close to being finished with the glass panels in and new visible branding on the tower.
Loppet winter festival The Enchanted Forest at the Minneapolis Loppet winter festival in the year with (almost) no winter -- no snow and too much warm weather
Still Life with Roses Minnesota is known for “Minnesota Nice” but I’m pulling for Minnesota Kind. A colleague gave me the framed cross stitch in this shot.
Nibbling on the mouth The jack-o’-lantern was holding up better than I expected
Pumpkin for the squirrels
Pumpkin for the squirrels
Pumpkin for the squirrels
Portrait of Clementine (Mrs. Alphonse) Karr

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CHASKA HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC
112 WEST 4TH STREET
CHASKA
MN
55318-1943

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MID # 8402700247
Name CHASKA HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC
Alternate Name CHASKA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 300219638
NTEECC A50
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 44.810543, -93.613372
CODES FIPS State Code: 27
FIPS County Code: 019
US Census Tract: 091000
US Census Block: 1001