by admin | Jan 9, 2017 | Programs
On January 19, the Northfield Historical Society presents, “The Carleton Presidency of John Nason.” This history of Nason’s presidency chronicles the evolution and transformation of Carleton College from a traditional residential liberal arts college...
by admin | Dec 5, 2016 | Events, Exhibits, Historical Findings, History Blog, Programs
The Northfield Historical Society and the Northfield Arts Guild are collaborating on a joint public art exhibition titled, “The Brighter Other Side.” Starting December 6-December 23, all members of the Northfield area community are welcomed and encouraged to make and...
by admin | Nov 23, 2016 | Events, Historical Findings, Programs
We are in the middle of upgrading our website. If you visit our site and it looks funny, just know that we currently working on it. All of the relevant information will be there, it just may look a little funky. Thanks for understanding. Share/LikeClick to share on...
by admin | Nov 23, 2016 | Events, Programs
NHS will be closed on Thanksgiving. We will be open November 25 and 26. We will be closed on November 27. HAPPY THANKSGIVING! Share/LikeClick to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new...
by admin | Nov 2, 2016 | Events, Historical Findings, Programs
Support the Northfield Historical Society on Give to the Max Day 2016! As the largest online fundraising day in Minnesota, Give to the Max Day brings awareness to local nonprofits and crowd sources fundraising efforts throughout the state. Help us reach our $6,000 end...
by admin | Sep 7, 2016 | Events, Programs
Today marks the 140 anniversary of the failed bank raid by the James-Younger Gang. The gang rode into Northfield intent on robbing the First National Bank of Northfield. It was just a bit before 2:00 p.m. when three of the raiders entered the bank. It only lasted...