by Cathy Osterman | Jun 1, 2017 | Programs
Carleton’s Forgotten President: The Short, Embattled Reign of William Henry Sallmon Lining the south wall of a central conference room in the Weitz Center for Creativity is an August procession of painted portraits, depicting in numerical order the stately...
by Cathy Osterman | May 18, 2017 | Programs
An early 20th century spring ice cream social at Carleton became a May festival on the lawn of Gridley Hall dorm on May 22 of 1909, with Maypole dancing, Glee Club singing and the crowning of a May Queen. Over the next half a century, entertainment was added to the...
by Cathy Osterman | May 8, 2017 | Programs
Northfield History Month Begins on June 1st! Explore Northfield’s Historic Downtown District: This walking tour begins with an overview of the District and then highlights several of the buildings on each block in terms of architectural features, original and...
by Cathy Osterman | Feb 6, 2017 | Programs
On February 16, the Northfield Historical Society presents, “Carleton College: The Past Fifty Years of Change and Growth,” a talk by Cliff Clark. An overview of the changes at Carleton College and in town-gown relations over the past 50 years, this program...
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...
