GRANITE FALLS 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 Granite Falls Historical Society is an organization dedicated to preserving the history of Granite Falls, Minnesota. The society was founded in 1969 and is located in the historic Andrew J. Volstead House, which was the childhood home of the author of the Prohibition Act.

The society operates a museum in the Volstead House, which features exhibits that showcase the history of the town and its people. The museum has collections of artifacts, photographs, and documents that tell the story of Granite Falls from its earliest days to the present. The exhibits highlight the town's agricultural heritage, its role in the fur trade, and its connection to the Volstead family.

The Granite Falls Historical Society also offers a variety of programs and events throughout the year. These include walking tours, lectures, and special exhibits. The society also maintains a research library that is open to the public and offers resources for genealogy research and local history.

The Granite Falls Historical Society is run by a board of directors and relies on volunteers and donations to maintain the museum and its collections. It is a vital part of the community, providing a space for residents and visitors alike to learn about the rich history of Granite Falls.

GRANITE FALLS HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in GRANITE FALLS MN. US MID #8402700708

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.
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.
Read description Bottom of this sign someone wrote: "Don't jump I know how you feel. JB" In Upper Sioux Agency State Park.

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GRANITE FALLS HISTORICAL SOCIETY
163 9TH AVENUE
GRANITE FALLS
MN
56241-1553

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MID # 8402700708
Name GRANITE FALLS HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 753175012
NTEECC A80
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 44.809415, -95.54002
CODES FIPS State Code: 27
FIPS County Code: 173
US Census Tract: 970100
US Census Block: 2010