About the Historical Society

Membership

Believing that our knowledge of the past enhances our understanding of the present, the Itasca County Historical Society is dedicated to connecting people to the history of Itasca County.

Preserve Research Educate Connect

History, brought to life.

Throughout the year, the Itasca County Historical Society offers services and programs to the general public, students, members, teachers, researchers, genealogists, businesses and special-interest groups. Allow the Itasca County Historical Society to bring history to life in a format and style that works for you—as an individual, a family, a student or a business.

Our Organization

The Itasca County Historical Society

We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a 13-member board of directors. The Itasca County Historical Society is located in what was formerly the Corcoran Building. Today it houses the museum, gift shop, Karjala Research Genealogy and History Center, and collection storage containing more than 50,000 artifacts, archival records, photographs and library items.

501(c)(3) Nonprofit organization
13 Board members
50,000+ Collection items
01 / PRESERVE

Artifacts that connect us to earlier generations.

02 / RESEARCH

Records and photographs that help uncover local stories.

03 / SHARE

Programs that bring Itasca County history to life.

Support Local History

Become a Member

Are you interested in becoming an Itasca County Historical Society member? Benefits include access to Ancestry.com and genealogy reports, free admission to the museum and more—all while supporting the preservation of Itasca County history.

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