Anoka County Historical Society | 2135 3rd Ave. N, Anoka, MN 55303 | (763) 421-0600
Tuesday: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Wed–Fri: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday & Monday: Closed
FREE
Guided Tours: $30
Questions or Comments?
Feel free to contact us. We’d love to hear from you!
Don’t Miss the Night at the Museum Dinner Series
Tickets are available online or at the Anoka County History Center
Halloween Unlocked
October 11th at the Anoka County History Center
Anoka Halloween goodies are collected all over the world. Talk Halloween and get an up-close look at ACHS’s exclusive collection of Anoka Halloween memorabilia on this special, spooky evening.
Social time begins at 5:30 pm, followed by a gourmet plated dinner. Tickets are $50. Seating is limited. See the Dinner Series Events page for more information and tickets.
Murder Mystery: Hollywood Lies
September 27th at the Anoka County History Center
It’s a who-done-it night! Become detectives, interrogate suspects, or try to get away with murder at ACHS’s inaugural murder mystery dinners. Character sheets will be given prior to dinners, and special awards presented throughout the night to celebrate excellence in investigation, evasion or creativity.
Social time begins at 5:30 pm, followed by a gourmet buffet dinner. Tickets are $50. Seating is limited. See the Dinner Series Events page for more information and tickets.
Can’t make it to the dinner but really want to help?
You can donate to the project here.
Ghost Tours are Here!
We’ve got tours scheduled for September and October!
Get more information and buy tickets here.
Getting it Done: Anoka County’s Answer to WWII
The Anoka County Historical Society has a new exhibit at the History Center to remember those of the greatest generation who served both overseas and on the homefront.
In a gallery space reserved for nearly 15 years to honor those who served in the United States military, the opening of Getting It Done: Anoka County’s Answer to WWII will highlight the experiences of family and friends who served overseas during this, the 75th anniversary season of the bombing of Pearl Harbor. Artifacts on display include knitted red socks and the book of approved patterns, a radio that delivered the news, a banner awarded for the determined war bond effort, and the massive story of munitions development.
Vintage Base Ball
with the Rum River Rovers
We are the Rum River Rovers. We hail from the Anoka County area in Minnesota and we play 1860’s rules base ball, a gentleman’s game.
Find out more about The Rum River Rovers and Vintage Base Ball.
Help us hire the perfect person!
Part-time, temporary Educator
Anoka County Historical Society Education Initiative
The Anoka County Historical Society (ACHS), a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, seeks to improve and increase their reach and influence throughout the Anoka County school system. This position, funded through a one-time donation bequest, would work with educators and administrators throughout the county to share our museum boxes and presentations with middle school students.
Partner Organizations
ACHS has a strong partnership with the Anoka Middle School for the Arts, who have used our museum boxes and programs for several years, and helped ACHS develop the boxes originally. Additional partner schools that have used our services include Spring Lake Park, Champlin, Andover, and Blaine.
Timeline
First consideration given to applications received by 5 p.m., Friday, August 11, 2017.
Employee selection should occur between September 1 and 7; project will start by September 15, 2017, for a 12-month period.
Please click here for more information about this position, or to apply.
Anoka County History Center
We are headquartered in the Anoka County History Center and Library, a marvelous 1965 Mid Century Modern building designed by Griswold and Rauma as a library for the City of Anoka.
History Center Museum Research & Reference Library Your donations are vital and appreciated!Programs and Tours
We offer rich and exciting programs about local history throughout the year. From tours of the community, to education programs for schools and groups, to partnered programs with local libraries.
Ghosts of Anoka Walking Tours Monuments to Life Cemetery Tours History Programs Museum In A Box