Chippewa County MN Historical Society

Chippewa County MN Historical Society The Chippewa County Historical Society was founded in 1936. Office is located in Montevideo, Minnesota.

Our sites include the Swensson Farm Museum near Granite Falls, Historic Chippewa City in Montevideo, and Lac qui Parle Mission near Milan.

🪵 Cabin Work Day & 👻 Swensson Farm Paranormal Investigation — Reminder!We’ve got a big day coming up at the Chippewa Cou...
08/28/2026

🪵 Cabin Work Day & 👻 Swensson Farm Paranormal Investigation — Reminder!
We’ve got a big day coming up at the Chippewa County Historical Society, and we’d love to see you there!

🪚 Cabin Work Day
📅 Saturday, August 29
🕙 Starting at 10 AM
Join us as we clean, repair, and get the Log Cabin ready for fall. All helping hands are welcome — come for an hour or stay as long as you can!

👻 Swensson Farm Paranormal Investigation
📅 Saturday, August 29
🕖 7 PM – 10 PM
🎟️ $80 per person
Spots are filling fast! Don’t miss your chance to explore the history and mystery of Swensson Farm during this guided paranormal investigation.

Come help during the day and return at night for an unforgettable experience!

Last‑Minute Tickets Available! Our Swensson Farm Paranormal Event is happening Saturday, August 29th, and we still have...
08/25/2026

Last‑Minute Tickets Available!
Our Swensson Farm Paranormal Event is happening Saturday, August 29th, and we still have a few spots left!

If you’ve been thinking about joining us for a night of history, mystery, and paranormal investigation, now’s the time.
🎟️ Tickets are $80 each — get yours soon before they’re gone!

To make a payment, stop into the CCHS office, call 320‑269‑7636, or use Venmo.

Don’t miss this unique experience at Swensson Farm Museum.

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08/20/2026

🍔🎉 Thank you, Chippewa County!
The Burger Bar & Silent Auction at the American Legion was a great success. We’re incredibly grateful for all the businesses, organizations, and individuals who donated to the fundraiser — your support truly makes a difference.

🪵 Now onto our next event!
Join us for the Iverson Log Cabin Work Day on Saturday, August 29th starting at 10am.
We’ll be tackling cleanup, repairs, and general maintenance to help preserve this historic landmark. All helping hands are welcome — come for an hour or stay as long as you can.

Thank you for supporting local history and community projects.

Today’s the day! 🎉Join us at the Montevideo American Legion at 5 PM for our Log Cabin Fundraiser Silent Auction! Biddin...
08/19/2026

Today’s the day! 🎉
Join us at the Montevideo American Legion at 5 PM for our Log Cabin Fundraiser Silent Auction!

Bidding Opens at 5p and Closes at 7:30p

🍔 Burgers
🧁 Desserts
🎁 Lots of bidding and great items

Come hungry, come ready to bid, and come support the restoration of the historic Iverson Log Cabin. We can’t wait to see you tonight!

🍔 TOMORROW! Log Cabin Silent Auction, Burger Bar, Dessert & Bake SaleWednesday, August 19 • Starts at 5 PM • Montevideo ...
08/18/2026

🍔 TOMORROW! Log Cabin Silent Auction, Burger Bar, Dessert & Bake Sale
Wednesday, August 19 • Starts at 5 PM • Montevideo American Legion

Just a quick reminder that tomorrow night is our big Log Cabin Fundraiser! Join us for a delicious Burger Bar, a full Dessert & Bake Sale, and an exciting Silent Auction packed with amazing donated items — all supporting the restoration of the historic Iverson Log Cabin.

Bring your appetite, your sweet tooth, and your bidding spirit. Every burger enjoyed, every dessert picked up, and every bid placed helps preserve this important piece of our community’s history.

We can’t wait to see you there!

Address

151 Arnie Anderson Drive
Montevideo, MN

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 1pm - 5pm
Sunday 1pm - 5pm

Telephone

+13202697636

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