ST JAMES CHAPTER - WATONWAN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

SAINT JAMES, MN

UP LTU61, Madelia, Minn. UP train LTU61 is headed back to St. James on the Mankato Sub at Madelia, Minn. LTU61 shares the power with LTU62, the St. James - Bingham Lake turn.
UP LTU61, Madelia, Minn. Credit: chief_huddleston

St. James Chapter - Watonwan County Historical Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the history of Watonwan County, Minnesota. The society was formed in 1955 and is located in the city of St. James.

The society's headquarters are located in the historic St. James Depot, which was built in 1893 and served as a passenger and freight depot for the Chicago, St. Paul, Minneapolis and Omaha Railroad. The depot was moved to its current location in 1974 and was renovated to serve as the society's museum.

The museum houses a collection of artifacts, photographs, and documents that illustrate the history of Watonwan County, including exhibits on the area's Native American tribes, pioneers, agriculture, and industry. The society also maintains a research library that is available to the public.

In addition to its museum and library, the society hosts a variety of educational and cultural events throughout the year, including lectures, tours, and special exhibits. The society also publishes a quarterly newsletter that provides updates on its activities and upcoming events.

St. James Chapter - Watonwan County Historical Society is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Watonwan County and the surrounding area. Its dedication to preserving the past ensures that the community's rich heritage will be enjoyed by future generations.

ST JAMES CHAPTER - WATONWAN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in SAINT JAMES MN. US MID #8402700483

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).

Contact ST JAMES CHAPTER - WATONWAN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

ST JAMES CHAPTER - WATONWAN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
1142 10TH STREET NORTH
SAINT JAMES
MN
56081-2023

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MID # 8402700483
Name ST JAMES CHAPTER - WATONWAN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 411681922
NTEECC A80
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201312
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 43.989766, -94.625363
CODES FIPS State Code: 27
FIPS County Code: 165
US Census Tract: 950200
US Census Block: 2055