Our mission is to gather, preserve and share the stories of all the people and communities that are part of Anoka County.
The Anoka County Historical Society is an inclusive organization accountable for presenting and celebrating both the told and untold stories of Anoka County. We invite people to join us on this journey to ignite curiosity about the past and to understand our shared experiences.
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The Anoka County Historical Society has received a $20,000 Minnesota Historical and Cultural Heritage Small Grant to support its ongoing efforts to prepare the museum’s collection for a safe and responsible relocation.
The grant will provide appropriate materials and staffing aid for museum collections ahead of the organization’s relocation project, helping to protect artifacts, records, photographs, and other materials that document the history of Anoka County communities.
“This funding comes at a critical time as we prepare for one of the most important behind-the-scenes projects in our organization’s history,” said Rebecca Desens, Executive Director of the Anoka County Historical Society. “Moving a museum collection requires careful planning, specialized materials, and a commitment to preservation. This grant helps ensure that the stories entrusted to us remain protected for future generations.”
We’re taking history beyond the dates you memorized in high school and finding context for those community stories. What does it mean to hold the keys to a Century farm? How does living as a teenager today compare to the past? When do immigrants become established legacy families? Who do we call neighbors and friends?
Whether inside the classroom or the museum; out and about during festivals, social events, or conducting oral histories, the Anoka County Historical Society ties tales of the past to the lived experiences of the present — all while looking to the future.
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It pays to stop the train now and again to reflect on the flurry of activity at ACHS. What worked? What didn’t? Where can we grow? How can we better serve our community and members? What are we busting our buttons on with pride?
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