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The Edina Historical Society offers history-themed programming at two sites:

Edina History Museum
at Arneson Acres
4711 W. 70th Street
Edina, MN 55435
612-928-4577
Email

Cahill School & Grange
at Tupa Park
4816 Eden Avenue
Edina, MN
952-448-4022

Office hours:
Thursdays, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Saturdays, 10 a.m. to noon
or by appointment

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Calendar of Events - 2013


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April 21 - Annual Meeting will feature talk on Edina veterans

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Dwight Williams, killed in the last days of WWII
Marshall Schwartz has appeared before the City Council, talked to school children and addressed community groups about Edina’s 32 veterans who gave their lives in service to their country.

But few Edina Historical Society members have heard the popular program presented by Schwartz, EHS volunteer and board member.

Now is your chance. Schwartz will headline the Historical Society’s annual meeting on Sunday, April 21, at the Edina History Museum. Doors open at 2 p.m. and the program begins at 2:30 p.m.

Schwartz began his research project with the goal of identifying Edina residents killed in action so that their names could be inscribed on the proposed Veterans Memorial at Utley Park. As time went on, he found their stories so compelling that he compiled the biographies of the 32 young men in a self-published booklet.

After hours of research, the men have become “more than names in stone,” he said, and he can’t  drive by  their houses without thinking of the loved ones they left behind.

The annual meeting will also include a brief overview of innovative living history programs at historic Cahill School and Minnehaha Grange Hall.

The free public event includes access to “Growing Up in Edina: A Show and Tell Exhibit.” A short business meeting will begin at approximately 3:45 p.m., following a refreshment break.


June - Summer day camp at Cahill School

Enroll your child in the Cahill Schoolmarms Summer Day Camp for a week this summer. The same costumed schoolmarms who enchant children with “trips” back to a school day in 1890 will supervise the Summer Day Camp. A typical camp day will include activities such as turn-of-century songs and stories, moral virtues and rhymes, mystery items, group games, and arts & crafts projects related to the historical theme.

To request a brochure and registration materials, please call schoolmarm Carol Kuhlman at 952-448-4022 or email the Edina Historical Society. Please note: book early to guarantee your spot. Three sessions in June 2012 filled quickly.


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July 4 - Open house at Cahill School and Grange

Celebrate our nation's history on Monday, July 4, 2011, by visiting two important buildings from Edina's past, Cahill School (1864) and Minnehaha Grange Hall No. 398 (1879).  The buildings, located at Tupa Park, will be open following the city's Independence Day parade.

The parade begins at 10 a.m. Costumed schoolmarms will be on hand to answer questions about Edina's oldest buildings, which are on the National Register of Historic Places.


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September 2013 - Historic Home Tour

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The Baird house
Homeowners of three distinctive styles of early Edina houses will open their doors to the public this fall.  Visitors will see the 1886 George and Sarah Baird home on 50th Street, a Country Club District home and a Morningside bungalow. Tickets will cost $15 in advance, $20 at the door. Proceeds benefit the renovation of the Edina History Museum.

This is an official event of the city's Quasquicentennial, the 125th year of the city's founding on Dec. 12, 1888.

Contact Dianne Plunkett Latham, Tour Chair, 952-941-3542.


TBA - Antique Appraisal Event

Ever wondered what a family heirloom or garage sale find is worth? Find out at the sixth annual Edina Historical Society Antique Appriasal Event. Date TBA.

Well-known local appraisers Bonnie Lindberg and James Marrinan will give oral appraisals of the objects, as well as provide interesting facts about their historic uses and unique qualities.

Space is limited to 100 items. This popular event has sold out the past two years. The event will be announced here; you may also sign up to be notified by email. Email us with "Antiques Appraisal List" in the subject line.

Because of time limitations, appraisers cannot review dolls, watches or jewelry. Please bring only items you can carry safely yourself. We do not assist with transport.


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Dec. 12, 2013 - Founders' Day Celebration

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Village Council meeting held at the Grange.
Celebrate Edina’s founding at Edina City Hall with a series of short vignettes showing key moments in the city’s history.

How you can participate:  Perform a reading, skit, song or original piece that celebrates Edina’s 125 years of history. Plan on attending!

Contact: Joni Bennett, Founders’ Day Chair, 952-927-0661.




Edina Historical Society, 4711 W. 70th Street, Edina, MN 55435. 612-928-4577 Copyright 2009-2013