Summary
Organization name
Hill Farm Historical Society
Tax id (EIN)
41-1643145
Categories
Arts & Culture
Address
100 VILLAGE CENTER DRIVE SUITE 230NORTH OAKS, MN 55127
In 1883, railroad industrialist James J. Hill purchased 3,300 acres encompassing what is today the city of North Oaks. Hill used his North Oaks Farm to produce advances in cattle raising and other agricultural practices to complement his burgeoning Great Northern Railroad.
Today, the North Oaks Hill Farm Historical Society preserves Hill's legacy of innovation on over five acres that includes the dairy, blacksmith shop, and the signature "red barn," which served as the granary. All proceeds go towards restoration and maintenance of the buildings and the grounds and towards creating displays to tell the story of the agricultural practices and life on the farm. These buildings are on the Register of Historic Places. Guided tours are available by appointment. Self-guided tour brochures are available on the door of the dairy.
The Hill Farm Historical Society is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization operated by a volunteer Board of Directors. We rely on volunteers to carry out our programs throughout the year. We welcome your involvement and suggestions!
Organization name
Hill Farm Historical Society
Tax id (EIN)
41-1643145
Categories
Arts & Culture
Address
100 VILLAGE CENTER DRIVE SUITE 230