HISTORY SERVED DAILY!
Where the Coffee is FRESH and the history is HOT!
Each year the Carlton County Historical Society serves the citizens of Carlton County, former residents, and visitors to the area in a variety of ways.
RESEARCH
Our library is a smorgasbord of information. We've got census data, marriage certificates, newspaper files, naturalization records, microfilm, maps and more. If you can't visit us - order take out - we are available to research your questions by mail, phone, or e-mail.
EXHIBITS
We serve a rotating schedule of exhibits throughout the year, so there is always something new on the menu! Look for our mouthwatering exhibits at the Historical Society Builing, the Carlton County Fair, and businesses and organizations throughout the county.
EDUCATION
We offer big portions of programming throughout the year that cater to a wide range of learners. Write your memoir, learn how to take care of your mother's wedding dress, see how much your silver is worth, or sit back and enjoy a delicious history lecture.
BECOME A MEMBER! TODAY!
We invite you to become a member. The important work of collection, preservation, and dissemination of our history here in Carlton County requires your support. Please take a few moments and become a member.
To become a member...
| Individual |
$15.00
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| Family / Dual |
$25.00
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| Friend |
$50.00
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| Sponsor |
$100.00
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| Patron |
$500.00 & over
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| Organization / Business |
$25.00 & over
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History of the Carlton County Historical Society
The Carlton County Historical Society was formed in 1949 by a group of interested citizens as a sub-committee of the Cloquet Rotary Club who wished to have a vehicle to collect and preserve the history of Carlton County. It functioned as a volunteer organization for a number of years using makeshift spaces in Carlton. The Society found a home at the Garfield School in Cloquet in 1980 and had one part-time employee. In 1987 the Society was moved to a permanent location in the Shaw Memorial Building in Cloquet. The Society also owns several buildings on the Carlton County Fair Grounds in Barnum where outreach activities are held.
The stated mission of the Carlton County Historical Society is to collect, preserve, and disseminate the history of the county.
Carlton County Historical Society Board Members
James Dennie
Cynthia Johnson
Jean Johnson
Charles Kiheri
Milo Rassmussen
Todd Defoe
Paul Birkeland
Casey Brissett
Steven Blondo
Amanda Oakgrove
Sam Rauchenfels
Aimee Goldschmidt
To become a member, send your information, along with payment to:
Carlton County Historical Society
406 Cloquet Avenue
Cloquet, MN 55720
Phone: 218-879-1938
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