Tag Archives: Glenwood Minnesota

Class of 1923 – I know you!

Posted on September 7, 2016 by

The Pope County Historical Society received a donation from the Savre family. The main gift was a beautiful wedding dress worn by 2 generations of brides. That is a story for another day. What I want to share with you … Continue reading →

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Cabin Repairs – Day 8

Posted on August 16, 2016 by

Work continued over the weekend, but I didn’t capture it on film. Today is the last day with the work crew and it is amazing what they accomplished in a week. The Torguson cabin is looking good too. And… the … Continue reading →

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Cabin Repairs – Day 5

Posted on August 13, 2016 by
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Cabin Repairs – Day 4

Posted on August 12, 2016 by
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Cabin Repair – Day 3

Posted on August 11, 2016 by

Moving right along with cabin repairs. The Torguson Cabin chinking is also moving along. The old concrete was removed, metal mesh is added to the space to help hold the new mortar.

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Cabin Repair – Day 2

Posted on August 11, 2016 by

The crew got busy in the morning, jacking the Courthouse cabin apart to remove rotten logs and add new ones. And work continued on the Torguson cabin as well. The old chinking is being removed and any rotting wood is also … Continue reading →

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Cabin Repair – Day one

Posted on August 9, 2016 by

We are honored to host the Northern Bedrock Historic Preservation Corps at the museum this week. Northern Bedrock is a direct descendant of the Depression-era Civilian Conservation Corps that provides young adult participants with job training, education experience, and leadership … Continue reading →

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