Archive for April 2nd, 2008

Gerda Project Featured in the Fergus Falls Daily Journal

April 2, 2008

Paint hit the canvas on Friday, March 28, during the Historical Society’s Friday morning coffee and discussion with artist Lance Albers. The Fergus Falls Daily Journal printed a copy of the original artwork for all to enjoy or hate - be that as it may. It’s a painting that can get a reaction across the [...]

Steven J. Keillor, author of “Shaping Minnesota’s Identity: 150 Years of State History” will be here during Statehood Days in May

April 2, 2008

More information with date and time will be forthcoming…

Daniel Ford, Author of Flying Tigers: Claire Chennault and His American Volunteers, 1941-1942 to Speak at Historical Society

April 2, 2008

Dan Ford himself, the author, will be leading our discussion on April 21 at noon! This exciting news is made possible by the National Endowment for the Arts which is sponsoring The Big Read in Fergus Falls, Elbow Lake, and Pelican Rapids this year. He plans to tailor his program to our community, adding information [...]

Calling Civil War History Buffs

April 2, 2008

We are looking for volunteer help researching Otter Tail County’s 1,000+ Civil War Veterans. Interested?? Email kevavold@otchs.org

The History of Brewing in Minnesota

April 2, 2008

Doug Hoverson, author of Land of Amber Waters will be in Fergus Falls at Barringer’s Coffee House on Saturday, April 19, at 5 p.m. to give a program and tasting. Admission is $12. Seating is limited. To reserve a spot, please call the Historical Society at 736-6038 or email cschuelke@otchs.org

March/April Newsletter Available Now

April 2, 2008

Our March/April Newsletter should have reached the mail boxes of our members. It is full of the upcoming programs and activities which will be taking place this spring and into the early summer season. For more information check out our Events/Programs page of our website.

Volunteer Appreciation Reception with program by Sherri Gerbert-Fuller, author of the book, Chinese in Minnesota

April 2, 2008

Everyone is invited to our Friday morning program on April 4, at 10:00 a.m. to hear the author of the book, Chinese in Minnesota. This is part of the Why Chose Otter Tail County Series that goes hand-in-hand with our 2008 temporary exhibit We Chose Otter Tail County. Volunteers of the Historical Society are invited [...]

Gift Shop Ready for Summer Tourist Season

April 2, 2008

Stop by and check out all the new merchandise in our gift shop. It is full of unique gifts and many book titles. Check it out or call our gift shop manager for more information.