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The Charles A. Weyerhaeuser Memorial Museum – Little Falls, MN, U.S.A.
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Morrison County Historical Society
The Charles A. Weyerhaeuser Memorial Museum – Little Falls, MN, U.S.A.
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    “Hey Mike, Do You Have Any Family In The Area?”

    Having grown up in a community of less the 1000 people — Walker MN to be precise, in neighboring Cass County — and at times…

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    Construction Update Page

    We will be updating this page regularly to keep members and supporters aware of how the various projects on our building and grounds are progressing. …

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    Father Pierz Memorial High School, Graduation Photos, 1953 – 1968

    The Morrison County Historical Society announces that its newest temporary exhibit officially opens Wednesday, October 1, at the Charles A. Weyerhaeuser Memorial Museum. From September…

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    MCHS to Hold Annual Meeting on Women in the Fur Trade

    It is time once again for the Morrison County Historical Society’s annual business meeting! The meeting will be held on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at…

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    The River Connects Us Open House

    MCHS invites you to a reception for our temporary exhibit, The River Connects Us, on Saturday, August 16 from 11:00-1:00 at our location, 2151 South…

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    Collections Carousel: Naval Officer Dress Uniform and Sword

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    Collections Carousel: Harleigh Swanson’s Lions Club Pin Collection

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    Collections Carousel: The Early 20th Century at Schwanke’s Hotel and Saloon in Randall, Minnesota

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    Collections Carousel: Winning Dress of the Fabulous Fashion of Maud Moon Weyerhaeuser Exhibit Opening

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    Collections Carousel: A Brief History of Easter Postcards

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    315 year-old book: “Course of Surgical Operations”

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You Eat That?!?

Morrison County Historical Society October 17, 2007 2 Comments

Since 2003 we’ve been collecting recipes . . . well, they’re not exactly recipes. We like to call them non-recipe recipes. These are the throw-together…

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Morrison County Historical Society October 16, 2007 No Comments Skimming the Creamstatswebsite

I was just looking at the viewing statistics for our website and what I found was quite interesting.  Our users (that’d be you) regularly visit…

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Book Care Workshop

Morrison County Historical Society October 11, 2007 No Comments

Once more, MCHS museum staff have been galavanting across the nation in an attempt to improve our minds and, hopefully, learn something that will help…

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Camp Ripley Book Available

Morrison County Historical Society October 11, 2007 No Comments

We’ve just received copies of Sandra Alcott Erickson’s new book, Camp Ripley:  1930-1960, to sell here at the Weyerhaeuser Museum.  The book is softcover and…

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Morrison County Historical Society October 3, 2007 No Comments Skimming the Creamwebsite

If you have attempted to leave comments on “Skimming the Cream” (like on that Lincoln School photo identification post), you may have been frustrated by…

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It's Not Too Late to Make Your Reservation

Morrison County Historical Society October 2, 2007 No Comments

It’s not too late to make your reservation for the Historical Society’s program and annual dinner meeting this coming Sunday, October 7.  The theme of…

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Photos of Houses Wanted

Morrison County Historical Society September 28, 2007 No Comments

Here at the museum, we get lots of requests for information related to area houses.  People have gotten increasingly interested in the histories of their…

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Architecture: The Little Falls Boomtown Legacy

Morrison County Historical Society September 27, 2007 2 Comments

Are you curious about local architecture?  Do you like to eat?  Well, we have a program just for you.  On Sunday, October 7, 2007, at…

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Lincoln Elementary School Class Portraits – Circa 1965

Morrison County Historical Society September 21, 2007 2 Comments

Anybody recognize themselves!?! If you do, please let us know. The two photographs, which are recent donations to The Morrison County Historical Society, show two…

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Minnesota Orphan Train Event

Morrison County Historical Society September 19, 2007 2 Comments

This press release was received from the Franciscan Sisters of Little Falls, Minnesota: 47th Annual Minnesota Orphan Train Riders and Friends Annual Meeting Have you…

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Hours and Admission

Pop art clock, MCHS collections.
Pop art clock, MCHS collections.

Please be advised that during inclement weather, if local schools are closed, we will be also.  Call us, 320-632-4007, if you wish to be sure we are open.

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Regular Hours:

Wednesday-Friday 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Saturday 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Closed Sunday-Tuesday

Researchers & group tours of 10 or more, please call ahead so staff can arrange for your visit. Call 320-632-4007.

Admission for self-guided tours is free. Donations greatly appreciated.

Open year-round, except for major holidays, off-site events, bad weather, significant building repairs & upgrades, and pandemics. Watch website for info on closings.

Location

Sign directing people to The Charles A. Weyerhaeuser Memorial Museum, 2019.

The museum is located in Little Falls, Minnesota, at 2151 South Lindbergh Drive, just south of the Lindbergh Historic Site.

Google Maps will show you the way.

Contact

Candlestick phone, MCHS collections.
Candlestick phone, MCHS collections.

2151 South Lindbergh Drive
P.O. Box 239
Little Falls, MN 56345

320-632-4007

Email
staff (at) morrisoncountyhistory (dot) org

Mission

Gazebo and Mississippi River at The Charles A. Weyerhaeuser Memorial Museum, 2019.

Today is history. Live it, save it, share it.

The Morrison County Historical Society is dedicated to the preservation and sharing of Morrison County’s history. It owns and operates The Charles A. Weyerhaeuser Memorial Museum in Little Falls, Minnesota.

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