Minnesota Decoy Collectors Association

Minnesota Decoy Collectors Association Minnesota Decoy Collectors Association is the nations oldest formally organized decoy collectors association.

The first gathering was in 1963 and has flourished every year since, to become one of the nations largest Non Profit decoy shows in existence. Minnesota Decoy Collectors Association
This group was formed in the early 1960’s. We are concerned with collecting, preserving, and documenting the folk art of decoy carving and painting of years gone by. We also encourage contemporary carvers and artists o

f waterfowl, game birds and shorebirds. Decoys, although originally designed as a utilitarian object, have become an art object and a part of Americana. They are unique to America and are truly original American folk art. We wish to focus attention on the rich heritage of collectible decoys that have been made and used in America during the past century, to learn their inimitable characteristics, and to preserve the colorful stories of the people who have made decoys. The exchange of information is a by-product of collecting. We hold our annual antique decoy and collectibles show at the Minneapolis Airport Marriott, in Bloomington, the first weekend of February, each year.

Some decoys a MDCA member recently acquired, which include pairs of Frank Strey mallards and bluebills, and a pair of Ja...
06/16/2026

Some decoys a MDCA member recently acquired, which include pairs of Frank Strey mallards and bluebills, and a pair of James Walton mallards, both from Wisconsin. 🦆

Cabin camp coot. Shared by a MDCA member.
06/15/2026

Cabin camp coot. Shared by a MDCA member.

The art of the decoy YouTube link, showcasing Marty Hanson.
06/14/2026

The art of the decoy YouTube link, showcasing Marty Hanson.

In his Hayward studio, Marty Hanson carries on one of America’s old...

Unknown Heron Lake decoy.Acquired from Steve and Linda Handevit Collection. This has been in their personal collection f...
06/14/2026

Unknown Heron Lake decoy.
Acquired from Steve and Linda Handevit Collection. This has been in their personal collection for over 40years! You can find another example of this decoy on page 283 top right corner photo Of mn duck decoys vol. 1

Classic Heron Lake attributes;
High Horse Head, intricate bill carving, wide body, flat bottom with a deep keel to ride the waves!
Original leather line tie with a period "look" cast iron weight and rope.

Undiscovered decoys are still out there. A fresh find from a member - Leon Theissen - Mankato circa 1940.
06/13/2026

Undiscovered decoys are still out there. A fresh find from a member - Leon Theissen - Mankato circa 1940.

Henry "Heine" Thilgen - Mankato circa 1950
06/10/2026

Henry "Heine" Thilgen - Mankato circa 1950

Mn/ Mi /Wi Magazine, Decoy feature on Page 150. Click on flip book ling and scroll through.
06/10/2026

Mn/ Mi /Wi Magazine, Decoy feature on Page 150.
Click on flip book ling and scroll through.

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A member is inquiring if anyone knows the makers of these MN decoys. Thank you for any information. 🦆
06/04/2026

A member is inquiring if anyone knows the makers of these MN decoys. Thank you for any information. 🦆

A MDCA member shared a photo of a recent purchase they made, while in Lombard. They were able to pair up their drake, wi...
04/23/2026

A MDCA member shared a photo of a recent purchase they made, while in Lombard. They were able to pair up their drake, with a hen. A beautiful pair of Joe Marr canvasbacks!

Come see the MDCA coot display at the Medina entertainment center today! 🦆
04/12/2026

Come see the MDCA coot display at the Medina entertainment center today! 🦆

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