Forest History Center

📍 Location: 2609 County Road 76, Grand Rapids, MN 55744
📞 Phone: (218) 327-4482
📅 Founded: 1981
🌐 Website: mnhs.org/foresthistory

About the History Center

Living history museum recreating 1900 logging camp. Costumed interpreters demonstrate lumberjack life and forestry practices that shaped Minnesota's north woods economy.

Plan Your Visit

Please check the organization's website for current hours, admission fees, and any special events or programs. Many historical societies offer guided tours, educational programs, and research services by appointment.

Getting Involved

Historical societies thrive on community support. Consider becoming a member, volunteering your time, or making a donation to support the preservation of local history. Many organizations also welcome donations of historical artifacts, photographs, and documents relevant to the area's heritage.

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