MINNESOTA LAKE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY

MINNESOTA LAKE, MN

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The Minnesota Lake Area Historical Society is a non-profit organization located in the small town of Minnesota Lake, Minnesota. The society was established in 1978 with the intention of preserving the history of the area and to educate the public about the past.

The society operates a museum which houses an extensive collection of artifacts and exhibits that showcase the history of the town and the surrounding area. Among the exhibits are displays on the Native American tribes that once inhabited the area, the early settlers and pioneers, and the agricultural and industrial development of the region.

The museum also features a research library that contains a wealth of historical documents, photographs, and other resources. The library is open to the public and is a valuable resource for those interested in local history or genealogy.

In addition to the museum and library, the society also hosts a variety of events and programs throughout the year. These include historical tours, guest speakers, and educational workshops.

The Minnesota Lake Area Historical Society is an important resource for the community and plays a vital role in preserving the history and heritage of the area for future generations.

MINNESOTA LAKE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in MINNESOTA LAKE MN. US MID #8402700437

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

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Jolly Green Giant Plaque erected on August 22, 1979 Jolly Green Giant Park @ Blue Earth, Minnesota
Little Sprout statue in Blue Earth, Minnesota Please attribute to Lorie Shaull if used elsewhere.
Little Sprout statue in Blue Earth, Minnesota Please attribute to Lorie Shaull if used elsewhere.
Little Sprout statue in Blue Earth, Minnesota Please attribute to Lorie Shaull if used elsewhere.
Little Sprout statue in Blue Earth, Minnesota Please attribute to Lorie Shaull if used elsewhere.
Little Sprout statue in Blue Earth, Minnesota Please attribute to Lorie Shaull if used elsewhere.
Vintage can of Green Giant peas at The Giant Welcome Center and Museum in Blue Earth, Minnesota Please attribute to Lorie Shaull if used elsewhere.
Green Giant can of Very Young Tender Sweet Peas and frozen Sweet Peas package at The Giant Welcome Center and Museum in Blue Earth, Minnesota Please attribute to Lorie Shaull if used elsewhere.
Green Giant can of Very Young Tender Sweet Peas at The Giant Welcome Center and Museum in Blue Earth, Minnesota Please attribute to Lorie Shaull if used elsewhere.

Contact MINNESOTA LAKE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY

MINNESOTA LAKE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 225
MINNESOTA LAKE
MN
56025

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MID # 8402700437
Name MINNESOTA LAKE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 411534468
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201209
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 43.764341, -93.900352
CODES FIPS State Code: 27
FIPS County Code: 043
US Census Tract: 460100
US Census Block: 2098