Archive - Sep 4, 2008

Tonight, Thursday September 4, the Northfield Historical Society is hosting a reception for Jesse James’ Great Granddaughter, Betty Barr, the reception starts at 5:30 p.m.  In addition we will once again welcome our friend from Germany Dietmar Kuegler, Author and Publisher from WYK Auf Foehr Germany.  This year Dietmar has brought a tour group with him from Germany!  R.L. Wilson was scheduled to be in Northfield but due to another commitment he will not be in attendance.

On Saturday authors, John J. Koblas and Victoria Kasten will be on hand to sign copies of their books.

John J. Koblas is one of the top experts on the James-Younger Gang and their travels through Minnesota and has published twelve books on that subject. One of Koblas' best known books on the James-Younger Gang is Faithful Unto Death, that chronicles the Gang's movements through Minnesota before and after their attempted robbery in Northfield, it is the most comprehensive book on the attempted raid to date. Some of John's other books include; Jesse James in Iowa, Jesse James Ate Here, Minnesota Grit and many more.

Victoria Kasten is the author of the widely popular children's books series, Mighty Stallion. The Mighty Stallion series looks at the American Wild West through the eyes of the wild horse. Right now there are 5 books in the series with more on the way.

Both authors will be on hand Saturday starting at 10:00 a.m. and Koblas and Kasten will return on Sunday at 10:00 a.m. to sign more copies of their books.

For more information on the Historical Society or DJJD please call us at 507-645-9268 or email us through our website by clicking here.