DEDICATED TO CONNECTING PEOPLE TO
The History of Itasca County
Believing that our knowledge of the past enhances our understanding of the present.
Allow the Itasca County Historical Society to bring history to life in a format and style that works for you.
ITASCA MUSEUM
Our newest exhibit “River Room” is an interpretative site on the Great River Road Mississippi River Tour. It showcases steamboats, early ages, the Dam story of Blandin Paper Company, the Charles Smith Chippewa Indian Legacy, Wild Ricing, Showboat and the current River Walk. The Garland Exhibit tells of Frances Ethel Gumm (Judy Garland) as her family lived in Grand Rapids and managed the local theater. The museum Itasca Logging, , CCC Camps, Nashwauk-Cooley Model Trains, American Indian Niimi’idiwin, Itasca County Schools, and many more…
Our museum also includes a model train of Nashwauk and Cooley, American Indian Niimi’idiwin, the picture “Grace,” Itasca County Schools, and CCC Camps-Logging.
What People Are Saying
” So much to learn! The staff and volunteers are passionate about bringing history to life. If you’re a history buff or just want to know more about Itasca County, you’ll enjoy every minute!”
Travis H.
” Kicking myself now for not visiting this fantastic place sooner. The staff is very knowledgeable and friendly. Looking forward to my next visit and will be bringing friends and family.”
Cortney W.
