It is our drive and mission to be a bridge between those who have preceded us and those who will come after us. For being the bridge between the past and the future can be, no, will be a stimulating and exhilarating experience for us all.
From all of us here at the Kanabec History Center, we say Welcome.
From all of us here at the Kanabec History Center, we say Welcome.
We are Closed to public tours and rentals November 20th - December 18th
KHC is CLOSED to the public for four weeks in compliance with Executive Order 20-99 (7, iii, D).
However, we are still taking inquiries, our research service is open and available,
and gift shop purchases can be made online for curbside pick-up!
We will be open again December 21st - 23rd, closed December 24th - Jan 5th, and open again
Wednesdays - Fridays 10:00am - 4:00pm and Saturdays 9:00am - 4:00pm, starting January 6th, 2021!
LET'S SAVE THE KANABEC HISTORY CENTER!
At the Kanabec History Center, we believe in history. We value the past and believe that history is being made every day, by everyday people. We believe in memories and in the stories of people of Kanabec County.
We want to be here to protect, preserve, and provide access to those memories and stories,
and do so much more, for generations to come. To do that, we need your help!
Click the + symbol to the right to reveal the information about each option!
We want to be here to protect, preserve, and provide access to those memories and stories,
and do so much more, for generations to come. To do that, we need your help!
Click the + symbol to the right to reveal the information about each option!
VOLUNTEER! (Casual, Intern, or staff!)
We are always looking for VOLUNTEERS!
There are three different types of volunteer work done at Kanabec History Center:
1. General volunteering
2. Becoming a part-time staff member (unpaid)
**Apply online for an Office Assistant position HERE, or to be our next Executive Director HERE!**
3. Internships (unpaid)
**Apply online for an Internship HERE!**
Whether you'd like to help out in the office; fundraise; form an event-planning committee;
dedicate time to spreading information about KHC and fostering community support;
use personal connections to establish ties on behalf of KHC;
gather some friends and coordinate with KHC Staff to host a Membership Drive;
join the Board of Directors; advertise around town; intern; become an employee of our volunteer staff;
and more--we'd love to have you!
You can find more information on general volunteering on our General Volunteering Page;
on becoming a part-time staff member on our Join Our Staff Page; and on internships on our Internships Page;
or by emailing/calling us at center@kanabechistory.org / 320-679-2889!
We're excited to hear from you, and thank you for your suport!
There are three different types of volunteer work done at Kanabec History Center:
1. General volunteering
2. Becoming a part-time staff member (unpaid)
**Apply online for an Office Assistant position HERE, or to be our next Executive Director HERE!**
3. Internships (unpaid)
**Apply online for an Internship HERE!**
Whether you'd like to help out in the office; fundraise; form an event-planning committee;
dedicate time to spreading information about KHC and fostering community support;
use personal connections to establish ties on behalf of KHC;
gather some friends and coordinate with KHC Staff to host a Membership Drive;
join the Board of Directors; advertise around town; intern; become an employee of our volunteer staff;
and more--we'd love to have you!
You can find more information on general volunteering on our General Volunteering Page;
on becoming a part-time staff member on our Join Our Staff Page; and on internships on our Internships Page;
or by emailing/calling us at center@kanabechistory.org / 320-679-2889!
We're excited to hear from you, and thank you for your suport!
donate!
You can greatly help us out by DONATING!
You can find information on making donations to KHC by clicking HERE
or selecting our Donations page from the "Support KHC" tab in the menu above!
For donating funds, you can use GiveMN (click HERE or use the buttons at the bottom of any page on our website),
PayPal (click HERE or use the buttons at the bottom of any page on our website),
call us at 320-679-1665 to make a donation over the phone,
or stop by KHC at 805 Forest Avenue West, Mora, MN!
We appreciate your support!
You can find information on making donations to KHC by clicking HERE
or selecting our Donations page from the "Support KHC" tab in the menu above!
For donating funds, you can use GiveMN (click HERE or use the buttons at the bottom of any page on our website),
PayPal (click HERE or use the buttons at the bottom of any page on our website),
call us at 320-679-1665 to make a donation over the phone,
or stop by KHC at 805 Forest Avenue West, Mora, MN!
We appreciate your support!
KHC'S TAX LEVY
Unfortunately, our Tax Levy on the November 3rd ballot to Save KHC did not pass.
We extend great thanks to everyone who voted YES in support of us, we appreciate you very much!
We are now evaluating and exploring our remaining options,
and will update here and on our Facebook as we go.
One of our options is to pursue a second attempt with our Tax Levy and getting it on a ballot again soon.
In light of this, we implore you to check out the info we have on our Tax Levy!
To learn more about what this tax levy is for, what it will cost, and what it means to us:
Click HERE, see our TAX LEVY FOR KHC item under the "Support KHC" drop-down menu from above,
or click the button below to be taken to that page!
We extend great thanks to everyone who voted YES in support of us, we appreciate you very much!
We are now evaluating and exploring our remaining options,
and will update here and on our Facebook as we go.
One of our options is to pursue a second attempt with our Tax Levy and getting it on a ballot again soon.
In light of this, we implore you to check out the info we have on our Tax Levy!
To learn more about what this tax levy is for, what it will cost, and what it means to us:
Click HERE, see our TAX LEVY FOR KHC item under the "Support KHC" drop-down menu from above,
or click the button below to be taken to that page!
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Kanabec History Center's
COVID-19 Preparedness Plan
KCHS/KHC is committed to the health and safety of all employees and guests, and the well-being of our accessions. To see our COVID-19 Preparedness Plan, click "Pandemic Preparedness"
or click the button below to be automatically taken to that page!
COVID-19 Preparedness Plan
KCHS/KHC is committed to the health and safety of all employees and guests, and the well-being of our accessions. To see our COVID-19 Preparedness Plan, click "Pandemic Preparedness"
or click the button below to be automatically taken to that page!
Please click on any of the icons below to view more information
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Our History:
The Kanabec County Historical Society was organized in 1931. The fledgling organization got off to a slow start becoming completely inactive three years later. Several attempts to revitalize the group failed but in 1968, under new leadership, the Society reorganized and gained substantial public interest and support. After first meeting in the former Izaak Walton building, the Society opened its first museum facility in the basement of the old Mora Fire Hall in 1972. It began actively collecting artifacts soon recognizing the need for a permanent site in which to care for and exhibit the collections and to be able to offer public programming. These goals were realized in 1978 when the Kanabec History Center was constructed and opened to the public. 41 years later we are still here and we still try and uphold the goals set by the Pete McVay when the building was constructed in memory of his wife.
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Statement of Purpose:
To search out, collect and preserve historical data, structures and objects from Kanabec County, past and present.
To provide for the conservation and preservation of these materials using accepted standards of museum practice. To provide reasonable accessibility of these materials for research and study. To educate through the use of meaningful exhibits, comprehensive programs and activities, and a variety of other means which promote understanding and the desire to learn. To serve as a bridge between the past and the present, to provide an understanding of past events and their effects on current and future generations. To establish a standard of excellence and dedication to service which in turn will merit the respect and financial support of the community. |
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You can donate to the History Center through GiveMN.org and clicking the donate button! Your support helps keep us open for generations to come.
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You can donate to the History Center through Paypal by clicking the yellow donate button! Your support helps keep us open for generations to come.
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