St. Louis County Historical Society

Since 1922, the St. Louis County Historical Society has actively preserved and shared our region's rich history. This year, we are asking for your support to safeguard our unique collection.

The Irreplaceable Evidence of Our Shared Story

Did you know the St. Louis County Historical Society safeguards over 13,000 unique artifacts? These are not mere display pieces—they are the physical evidence of our shared regional history: clothing worn by early settlers, vital pieces of our mining legacy, and irreplaceable Ojibwe cultural items. They are the tangible proof of your ancestors' stories and your community’s foundation.

But simply collecting history is only half the battle.

The Critical Work Happening Behind the Scenes

Our most urgent mission is the dedicated, meticulous work of safeguarding and cataloging this unique, vast collection. Every single artifact needs specialized, climate-controlled housing and professional documentation to survive. Without this crucial investment, these irreplaceable pieces of the past—the very evidence of our shared story—are tragically vulnerable to loss and deterioration. Time is not on the side of history.

Every dollar we raise goes directly to this dedicated effort of cataloging, conserving, and providing secure homes for our collection. Your support is the crucial investment needed to preserve these unique pieces and ensure the stories of your ancestors are saved, not lost.

We are grateful for your support!