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Visit a local treasure... Historic Fort Snelling January 2nd 2023 Established in the early 19th century as a frontier outpost, Fort...
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Bruce A Peterson, Editor
Sep 28, 20204 min read
Abigail Hunt Snelling was more than a helpmate at the early years of the fort bearing her name
By Curt Brown Special to the Star Tribune View original post A look at the pioneer woman, who arrived at the confluence of the Minnesota...
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Bruce A Peterson, Editor
May 7, 20201 min read
The Minnesota Daughters of the American Revolution is exciting to be a part of the bi-centennial
In celebration of Fort Snelling's Bicentennial, MNSSDAR is joining with the Friends of Fort Snelling and MHHS share the Fort's stories
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Bruce A Peterson, Editor
Jan 2, 20203 min read
Local youth honor military with Fort Snelling wreaths
Every year, the Civil Air Patrol partners with Wreaths Across America to purchase wreaths that are placed on the graves of the country’s fal
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Bruce A Peterson, Editor
Dec 13, 20191 min read
Financial snag hits Fort Snelling Upper Post affordable housing project
A plan to turn 26 long-abandoned historic buildings at Fort Snelling's Upper Post into 200 affordable apartments has hit a financing snag th
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Bruce A Peterson, Editor
Oct 22, 20192 min read
Join NSTT at the Final Event of the 2019 Walking Season!
NSTT will host the final event for the 2019 season. Members and friends will enjoy a guided walk at Fort Snelling State Park
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Bruce A Peterson, Editor
Oct 20, 20191 min read
MN House DFLers support adding Dakota word ‘Bdote” to Historic Fort Snelling
Forty-four Minnesota House Democrats sent a letter to the Minnesota Historical Society on Monday in support of adding the Dakota word...
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Bruce A Peterson, Editor
Oct 18, 20194 min read
State relocates adoption event planned at Fort Snelling amid outcry from Minnesota Indian groups
The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) has canceled plans to hold an event promoting adoption at Fort Snelling,
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Bruce A Peterson, Editor
Sep 30, 20192 min read
Historical Society Seeking Public Input on Fort Snelling Name Change
Join a statewide conversation Please join a conversation about the name of Historic Fort Snelling. While the name of the 1820s fort will...
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Bruce A Peterson, Editor
Sep 25, 20191 min read
Should The Name Of The Fort Snelling Property Be Changed?
MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — The Minnesota Historical Society wants to know your thoughts on the name “Historic Fort Snelling.” The group is...
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Bruce A Peterson, Editor
Sep 17, 20191 min read
Fort Snelling State Park To Reopens September 17th
Fort Snelling State Park will reopen Tuesday September 17th, following a months-long closure due to flooding.
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Bruce A Peterson, Editor
Sep 10, 20194 min read
Book Release: Fort Snelling and the Civil War
One hundred fifty years ago, Minnesota offered the first volunteers to defend the Union in the fight against slavery.
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Bruce A Peterson, Editor
Sep 10, 20192 min read
Preservationists push for additional funds to finish Fort Snelling revitalization
Next year is the bicentennial for Fort Snelling, however parts of the state’s first historic landmark at the confluence of the...
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Bruce A Peterson, Editor
Sep 10, 20192 min read
Fort Snelling Bi-Centennial Letters to The Star Tribune Editor
In response to Stephen Osman's article: 200 years ago, change came up the Mississippi In his attempt to give public recognition to the...
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Bruce A Peterson, Editor
Sep 3, 20193 min read
200 years ago, Fort Snelling was established, and with it came change
The change was profound, sometimes tragic and not wanted by all, but it began the settlement that would become Minnesota. By Stephen E....
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Bruce A Peterson, Editor
Aug 30, 20195 min read
Slavery made its mark here in Minnesota, too
Dred Scott sued for his freedom after living here, and the Minnesota Constitution outlawed slavery before the 13th amendment. Two...
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Bruce A Peterson, Editor
Aug 30, 20194 min read
MNHS to gather public input on the name for Historic Fort Snelling
The Minnesota Historical Society will launch a statewide effort, now through Friday, Nov. 15, to gather public input on the name of...
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Bruce A Peterson, Editor
Aug 27, 20194 min read
The oldest murder mystery in Minnesota begins at Fort Snelling
The oldest murder mystery in Minnesota begins at Fort Snelling in 1838. Edward Phalen was a 27-year-old soldier stationed at the fort. An...
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Bruce A Peterson, Editor
Aug 23, 20193 min read
Fort Snelling Name Change Sparks Funding Threat from Lawmakers
Lawmakers accuse Minn. Historical Society of “revisionist history” for adding Dakota word to sign.Lawmakers are threatening deep budget cuts
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Bruce A Peterson, Editor
Aug 4, 20191 min read
Friends of Fort Snelling 2019 Annual Meeting: September 10, 2019
By John Croman @ Kare 11 Friends of Fort Snelling 2019 Annual Meeting – Tuesday, September 10, 2019 Northern Star Scouting at Base Camp...
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