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History Center Of Olmsted County
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| Last updated on October 9, 2008 |
Olmsted County History Center interprets the past to enrich the future through collecting, preserving, and interpreting the history of Olmsted County.
Description:
This independent not-for-profit organization is governed by its membership through a Board of Directors.
Today the Olmsted County Historical Society actively serves the Olmsted County by offering a varied presentation of educational programs, special historical events, exhibits, library and archives. It owns and operates five historic buildings and sites. A qualified staff manage the programs assisted by many enthusiastic volunteers.
History:
The Olmsted County Historical Society was founded in 1926. In 1935, the Rochester Business and Women's Club spearheaded a project to collect materials related to Olmsted County history. In 1940, OCHS established quarters in the basement of the then new Rochester Public Library. The current site was purchased in 1957. The current building was constructed in 1973.
Contact people:
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Sandra Toogood, Volunteer Coordinator, (phone), (email)
Cheryl Finnegan, Educator, (phone), (email) |
Address:
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1195 West Circle Drive SW Rochester, MN 55902 This location is handicap accessible (See a map) |
The inclusion of any organization or person in this database does not constitute a representation, warranty, or endorsement with respect to the competence, suitability, or reliability of such organization or person by United Way of Olmsted County, Inc.; nor does United Way of Olmsted County, Inc. sponsor or endorse any third-party web site. Legal Notices
| The Official Site Of United Way of Olmsted County's Volunteer Center |
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United Way
of Olmsted County, Inc. - 903 West Center Street, Suite 100 - Rochester MN 55902 Phone (507) 287-2000 - FAX (507) 287-2063 - E-mail volunteer@uwolmsted.org |