Richfield Historical Society

Miniature glaciers marked the end of winter at our “How Glaciers Made Minnesota” program.

Jodi Larson — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 20:29:18 +0000

Why does 10000 year old history matter?

Jodi Larson — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 16:42:37 +0000

How Glaciers Made Minnesota
at Richfield History Society
Sunday, April 21st at 2pm

Join as at the Richfield History Center as we test a brand new program that explores the natural history of Minnesota. This family friendly and interactive presentation will explore how glaciers change the land and how the landscape around the Twin Cities was shaped by glaciers 10,000 years ago.

The 2013 Annual Meeting let guests look, learn, and eat their way through history!

Jodi Larson — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 04:14:14 +0000

New Plantings

larsond — Fri, 28 Sep 2012 01:02:35 +0000

Thanks to a generous donation from long-time Richfield Historical Society board member and supporter, Gertrude Ulrich, members of the Historical Society and the Richfield Garden Club joined forces to plant dozens and dozens of new flora on the property. The volunteers arrived by 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 22 to surprisingly good weather for digging. While the gardeners got their hands dirty, other volunteers spent time clearing brush, washing the buildings, and generally sprucing up. The place looks great! Thanks everyone.

Plans for Bartholomew House Reported by Sun-Current

larsond — Tue, 21 Aug 2012 02:28:13 +0000

In August, Richfield Sun-Current reporter Andrew Wig reviewed plans that the Richfield Historical Society has in the works, plans to re-imagine the way the Bartholomew House tells the story of Richfield. He detailed the society’s primary planning document that it will use to solicit donations and grants. [Read the full article online.]

Sketch from the Bartholomew House museum plan

Adam Granger at the Bart!

larsond — Fri, 20 Jul 2012 14:47:24 +0000

On Wednesday July 18 we were treated to an amazing outdoor concert in the back yard of the Bartholomew House. The concert was co-sponsored by the Richfield Historical Society and our friends at The Homestead Pickin’ Parlor. Adam presented over an hour of music that featured—as he described—songs rejected by Prairie Home Companion!

Bartholomew Goes Digital

admin — Thu, 14 Jun 2012 16:19:14 +0000

When you are taking an evening stroll down Lyndale Avenue you need not worry if your favorite History Center and Historic Home are open. Just grab your smartphone when you head out the door and you can now learn a few fascinating tidbits bits about the Bartholomew house.

Currently, there are QR Codes posted along the entire fence outside RHS. Each QR Code will allow you to enjoy fascinating pictures, videos, and maps highlighting the history of this amazing place at all hours of the day.

Collections Spotlight

admin — Mon, 28 May 2012 02:23:57 +0000

Our 1954 AMIe80 jukebox has been given new life! Thanks to Daniel Coulter, a technician who specials in restoring this type of technology, our jukebox plays music once again. The lights glow, the bass will blow you away, and the 120 song selection from the 50s and 60s is outstanding. It will have a special place in our upcoming exhibit, Teenage Richfield. So put on your saddle shoes and look forward to sock hop and polka music!

Before the jukebox found its way into our collection it used to be housed at Frenchmen’s on 66th Street. In honor of the music that now graces RHS, we are showcasing a few vinyl records that have extra special meaning to the community of Richfield.

Christmas is in full swing! Check out the scene from “Richfield Christmas 1977″

admin — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 06:40:53 +0000

Get a sneak preview through these two fun media stories!

Here’s a slideshow courtesy of the Richfield Patch.

Here’s a little time warp from the Richfield Sun Current.

You’re Invited!

admin — Mon, 29 Aug 2011 19:55:59 +0000

The newest exhibit at Richfield Historical Society is coming together! “Richfield: House & Home” will open on Saturday, September 10th. We look forward to having you as our guest from 7 to 10pm as we kick off our new main … Continue reading →