EDINA HISTORICAL SOCIETY

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Upcoming Programs

Vintage Vacations
July 19, 2018

Trips to the cabin and dips in the lake: it's summer in Minnesota! Join us to discover how generations of Minnesotans enjoyed the lazy days of summer.

Boathouses of Lake Minnetonka
August 2, 2018

If you’ve ever seen a vintage boathouse on Lake Minnetonka and wished its rustic wooden walls could talk, you’ll enjoy this fascinating conversation.

WWI & The State Fair
August 9, 2018

Learn how the "Great Minnesota Get-Together" mobilized Minnesotans for the war effort and discover the history of the beloved State Fair in this challenging era.

Featured Exhibit

No Place Like Home:
Edina During World War I

The First World War had a profound impact here in Edina. As young men were called into military service, many women took jobs outside their traditional roles. The country diverted its manufacturing resources to war efforts, creating shortages of metals and other resources. There were food shortages as supplies were shipped overseas to support the troops. Minnesotans were asked to produce as much of their own food as possible, to reduce food waste and to eat less meat, wheat and sugar. Other efforts to support the war included patriotic parades and rallies, fundraising through Liberty Bonds, and supporting the American Red Cross. Meanwhile, Minnesotans of German descent, the largest ethnic minority group in the state, were required to register as alien enemies and carry their registration card with them at all times.

The World War I exhibit at the Edina Historical Society offers a glimpse into the past to see what life was like in Edina during the Great War. Discover the poignant stories of Edina residents affected by the War, both at home and abroad. The exhibit includes WWI artifacts and a simulated trench. Admission is free and open to the public during regular museum hours.