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My Swedish Aunt Astrid
I'm surewe all have a favorite relativethat left an indelible mark on our lives. I too have a special person...an Aunt. No, whe wasn't a movie star or other such celebrity. In fact in a family of soli...
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Home Sweet Home: China in Minnesota
All of you who've read my posts are awesome. Thank you for following along. While I'm sad to see this journey end, I'm excited with anticipation because this was just my first try. I'll be writing man...
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Free History Center day for Dakota Indian celebration
The Minnesota History Center, near the state Capitol, will host a free-admission day Sept. 29 to honor Dakota Indians. The event will feature Dakota artwork, flute music, a drum and dance expo, a coo...
Posted on 9/10/12 at 11:11 AM
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Carlson's Lime Kiln
1889: The Twin City Lime & Cement Co. built four kilns back of Barn Bluff, and G.A. Carlson built six new kilns below Seventh Street in Red Wing, opposite the entrance to Memorial Park. The lime...
Posted on 5/9/12 at 1:32 PM
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2011 - the 35th Annual Convention
It's exciting to think that this year will be the 35th time that Red Wing stoneware, dinnerware, and art pottery collectors will gather in Red Wing, MN. The 35th Annual Red Wing Collectors Society Con...
Posted on 1/6/11 at 6:27 PM
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Goodhue County historical groups meet

An annual public meeting of area historical organizations will take place 2 p.m. April 21 at the Goodhue County Historical Society, 1166 Oak St.

April 15, 2013

Women's fashion changed as freedom came

Women's fashion changed as freedom came Women’s fashion is an ever-molding industry that evolves with social and political changes.

By Rebecca Rudolph , March 25, 2013

What's old is new at hotel

What's old is new at hotel St. James Hotel employees staged “Historic Day” March 7 while recreating a photograph discovered six months ago.

By Anne Jacobson , March 14, 2013

Treasure Hunters Roadshow coming to Red Wing Feb. 7-11

Treasure Hunters Roadshow coming to Red Wing Feb. 7-11 The International Collectors Association will present The Treasure Hunters Roadshow Monday-Friday in Red Wing. Times are 9 a.m.-6 p.m. every day with free admission.

February 02, 2011

Looking back: ADM storage bin catches fire

25 years ago, 1986 Max Sargent, owner of Sargent's Nursery Inc., was inducted into the Minnesota Nurserymen's Association Hall of Fame during the annual state convention.

January 24, 2011

Picture perfect: Red Wing native wins card contest

Picture perfect: Red Wing native wins card contest Diane Johnson’s background in art design and interest in sweepstakes proved a winning combination.

By Scott Wente, RIverTown Newspaper Group , December 29, 2010

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Dedication for Salem Lutheran Cemetery Sept. 12

Dedication for Salem Lutheran Cemetery Sept. 12 The "Friends of Salem Church" invite the community to attend the dedication of the Salem Lutheran Cemetery on Sunday, Sept. 12, beginning at 2 p.m. and officiated by Pastor John Sutherland.

September 01, 2010

Book Report: Cherma captured in poetry

Back in 1920, Edgar Lee Masters, who grew up in a small Midwestern college town wrote a wonderful book of poems about the kind of people who settled his town of Galesburg, Ill.

By Dave Wood, columnist , June 05, 2010

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Hold Bush, Cheney accountable

Although I appreciate President Obama’s inclination to embrace the future, I am disturbed by his reluctance to pursue the apparent crimes of the previous administration.

By Wanda Brown, River Falls , June 18, 2009

History Centeris looking for local volunteers

Are you a storyteller? Do you enjoy telling a good story? Would you like to tell interesting stories to students about Goodhue County?

February 04, 2009

History center's future explored

History center's future explored Goodhue County Historical Society members have been discussing the history center's future.

By Jen Cullen , January 16, 2009

Agricultural practices are topic at history center Sunday

Historical agricultural and farming practices will be the program for the fall open house at 2 p.m. Sunday at River Bluffs History Center and Log Home, W6321 E. Main St., Bay City.

October 01, 2008

The LeDuc Historic Estate

The LeDuc Historic Estate is a 15-room, national register Gothic Revival mansion DCHS operates on behalf of the City of Hastings. Built between 1862 and 1866, the Estate is a historic house museum offering guided tours focused on one of Minnesota's most important yet little known early families.

August 22, 2008

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Looking back

25 years ago, 1983 Goodhue County continues to be one of the state’s leading hay-producing areas. Corn production was down, but soybean and oats production were up in the county during the previous year.

By By The Goodhue County Historical Society , August 08, 2008

Visit Goodhue County History Center for free

Beginning in August, the first Sunday of each month will be a free admission day for all visitors to the Goodhue County History Center.

July 30, 2008

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