YELLOW MEDICINE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

GRANITE FALLS, MN

Aerial view of the remains of the Upper Sioux Agency This was a distribution site for annuities to the Dakota before being largely destroyed in the 1862 war. It is currently a state park, but is soon to be turned back to the tribe.
Aerial view of the remains of the Upper Sioux Agency Credit: schwerdf

The Yellow Medicine County Historical Society is a non-profit organization located in Granite Falls, Minnesota, dedicated to preserving and sharing the rich history of Yellow Medicine County. Founded in 1976, the society operates a museum and research library, offering visitors a glimpse into the past of this rural Minnesota county.

The museum houses a vast collection of artifacts, photographs, and documents that tell the story of Yellow Medicine County's early settlement and development. Some of the exhibits include displays on Native American history, pioneer life, agriculture, and industry. The museum also features a replica of a one-room schoolhouse and a 19th-century general store.

The research library is a valuable resource for historians, genealogists, and other researchers interested in the history of Yellow Medicine County and its residents. The library contains a wealth of information, including local newspapers, census records, photographs, and family histories.

In addition to its museum and research library, the Yellow Medicine County Historical Society offers a variety of educational programs, tours, and special events throughout the year. The society is run by a dedicated team of volunteers who are passionate about preserving the county's history for future generations.

YELLOW MEDICINE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in GRANITE FALLS MN. US MID #8402700643

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).

Aerial view of the remains of the Upper Sioux Agency This was a distribution site for annuities to the Dakota before being largely destroyed in the 1862 war. It is currently a state park, but is soon to be turned back to the tribe.
Aerial view of the remains of the Upper Sioux Agency This was a distribution site for annuities to the Dakota before being largely destroyed in the 1862 war. It is currently a state park, but is soon to be turned back to the tribe.
Aerial view of the remains of the Upper Sioux Agency This was a distribution site for annuities to the Dakota before being largely destroyed in the 1862 war. It is currently a state park, but is soon to be turned back to the tribe.
Google Pixel Selfie Road sign reflection, unedited. In Upper Sioux Agency State Park.
In Upper Sioux Agency State Park.
River bottom selfie Different river material/sand than what I'm used to. In Upper Sioux Agency State Park.
August 19, 2017 in Upper Sioux Agency State Park. Taken with orginal Google Pixel phone camera.
In Upper Sioux Agency State Park.
In Upper Sioux Agency State Park.
This isn't a very good photo...just wanted to show some of the histrory here...In Upper Sioux Agency State Park.
Grindelia squarrosa (Gumweed) Upon reflection, first time seeing this plant. In Upper Sioux Agency State Park.
August 2017 Upper Sioux Agency Going back into Lightoom catalog and throwing away a lot of pictures. Very cathartic and discovering nice photos too. In Upper Sioux Agency State Park.

Contact YELLOW MEDICINE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

YELLOW MEDICINE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 145
GRANITE FALLS
MN
56241

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YELLOW MEDICINE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY Information

MID # 8402700643
Name YELLOW MEDICINE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 416038667
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 44.806194, -95.551534
CODES FIPS State Code: 27
FIPS County Code: 173
US Census Tract: 970100
US Census Block: 3030