ST OLAF HERITAGE ASSOCIATION

BYRON, MN

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St. Olaf Heritage Association is a non-profit organization located in the small town of Byron, Minnesota. The association is dedicated to preserving and promoting the history and heritage of the St. Olaf Lutheran Church and the surrounding community. The church was established in 1858 by Norwegian immigrants and has been a significant part of the town's history ever since.

The St. Olaf Heritage Association was founded in 1981 as a way to preserve the church's history and expand its reach beyond the local community. The association operates out of a historic building adjacent to the church, which serves as a museum and visitor center. The museum contains artifacts and exhibits that tell the story of the church, the town, and the surrounding area.

The association also hosts events throughout the year, including an annual Heritage Day celebration, a Norwegian Christmas celebration, and various educational programs and tours. These events attract visitors from all over the region and help to raise awareness of the church's history and cultural significance.

In addition to its preservation and education efforts, the St. Olaf Heritage Association is also involved in community outreach and service. The association partners with local organizations to provide support to those in need and to promote the values of community service and volunteerism. Overall, the St. Olaf Heritage Association is an important part of the community in Byron, Minnesota, and a valuable resource for those interested in the history and heritage of the area.

ST OLAF HERITAGE ASSOCIATION is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in BYRON MN. US MID #8402700583

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 OLAF HERITAGE ASSOCIATION

ST OLAF HERITAGE ASSOCIATION
6200 COUNTY RD 3 SE
BYRON
MN
55920

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ST OLAF HERITAGE ASSOCIATION Information

MID # 8402700583
Name ST OLAF HERITAGE ASSOCIATION
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 411933309
NTEECC A80
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 43.931118, -92.638117
CODES FIPS State Code: 27
FIPS County Code: 109
US Census Tract: 002200
US Census Block: 2026