MURRAY COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC

SLAYTON, MN

Slaughter Slough memorial cairn During the 1862 Dakota War, 15 settlers from Lake Shetek were massacred in this slough.
Slaughter Slough memorial cairn Credit: schwerdf

The Murray County Historical Society Inc. is a non-profit organization located in Slayton, Minnesota. Its mission is to preserve and promote the history and heritage of Murray County and its surrounding areas. The society was established in 1939 and has been dedicated to collecting and preserving artifacts, documents, and photographs that reflect the history of the region.

The society's headquarters is located in the historic Masonic Lodge building in downtown Slayton, which was constructed in 1896. The building has been renovated and now houses a museum, research library, and gift shop. The museum features exhibits on the area's Native American history, agricultural heritage, and military history, among others.

The research library contains extensive collections of local history books, newspapers, maps, and genealogy resources. The society also hosts educational programs and events throughout the year, including lectures, tours, and workshops.

The Murray County Historical Society Inc. is run by a board of directors and relies on the support of volunteers and members to fulfill its mission. Membership is open to anyone who is interested in the history of Murray County and its surrounding areas. The society is a valuable resource for researchers, historians, and anyone who wants to learn more about the rich history of this region.

MURRAY COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in SLAYTON MN. US MID #8402700640

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). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 18,671 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

Slaughter Slough memorial cairn During the 1862 Dakota War, 15 settlers from Lake Shetek were massacred in this slough.
Slaughter Slough memorial cairn During the 1862 Dakota War, 15 settlers from Lake Shetek were massacred in this slough.
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Lake Shetek
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Contact MURRAY COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC

MURRAY COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC
PO BOX 61
SLAYTON
MN
56172-0061

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MID # 8402700640
Name MURRAY COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 416038377
NTEECC A82
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 18,671
REVENUE 18,671
LAT/LONG 43.987086, -95.753414
CODES FIPS State Code: 27
FIPS County Code: 101
US Census Tract: 900300
US Census Block: 3064