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2010 MCHS Calendar - $5.00

Keep track of your schedule and important dates with the MCHS Historic Calendar. This year’s calendar features pictures from two historic and important Martin County businesses, Fairmont Ford (Park Motor Co.) and Harsco Rail (Railway Motors). Holidays and other important dates listed are listed as well. Makes a great gift for friends and family!

 

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Chain of Lakes County: An Illustrated History of Martin County Book - $37.22; $6 extra if mailed

Done in 2007 by author Dennis Hoefs in conjunction with MCHS this illustrated book beautifully articulates the story of our county from Pioneer times to the Present. Several historic pictures bring the exciting and interesting history of Martin County to life!

 

 

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Ghost Tour ’07 Booklet - $5.00

The program from the successful 2007 Ghost Tour at Lakeside Cemetery which featured several local actors who portrayed significant people in Martin County’s heritage. The booklet not only contains a marked map of the cemetery and tour route but also biographical articles on each ghost!

 

 

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Ghost Tour ’09 Booklet - $3.00

The program from the 2009 Ghost Tour which spanned several locations: Harsco Inc., Sylvania Park, Heritage Acres, and the Hobo Trail. The 2009 tour featured all new ghosts including Railway Motors Presidents Frank Wade and Walter Kasper and Park Motor Co. President Claus Kloeckner. The booklet again contains biographical articles on each featured ghost!

 

 

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History of East Chain Book - $15.00

Written by current MCGS president Dona Paris the History of East Chain recants the story of East Chain covering topics such as the town’s important events and colorful characters. East Chain native or not this book is for anyone with a love for history and little towns!

 

 

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Minutes of the Century Book - $0.50

A compilation of historic articles written in the 30s and 40s about townships in the Western portion of Martin County. Put together by MCHS in 1956 and covers Manyaska, Jay, Lake Belt, Lake Fremont, and Sherburn townships. A bargain for anyone looking to brush up on Martin County history!

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Pigskin Pride Book - $15.00

By Fairmont native and well-known published author Ross Bernstein, Pigskin Pride details the history of the game of football in Minnesota. From High School all the way to the Pro Levels Pigskin Pride covers the story of the popular American game from every corner of the state!

 

 

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The Story of Interlaken Park Book - $10.65

Written in 1983 by Fairmont native Tom Arneson this work details the history of what was once ‘the most beautiful and best equipped amusement park in the Northwest…’ Interlaken Park was an important facet of Martin County life and history drawing tens of thousands of visitors with its many entertainment opportunities. Arneson wonderfully covers the story of the Park from its inception to its ultimate demise. A great book about a key place in our history!

 

 

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This is Our Town DVD - $32.00

Digitally recovered in 2004 from the original 16mm movie reels, "This is Our Town" provides a historic glimpse of what Fairmont, Minnesota was like in 1954. Originally produced by Robert M. Carson, the hour long documentary highlights various aspects of life in the 1950's. This unique film reveals many of the businesses and people that have helped build the town of Fairmont. In addition to the 1954 documentary footage, the compilation includes the following Martin County films:

  • 1934 National Corn Husking Contest
  • 1939 Cow Milking Contest
  • Martin County soldiers marching off to World War II
  • Warren Nelson's "Decoration Day" song inspired by the WW II film
  • Charter Communications interview about "This is Our Town"

 

 

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Walking Tour Booklet - $5.00

Booklet created in conjunction with the Downtown Plaza Walking Tour put on by MCHS for the 5th Grade Classes of Martin County in 2007. The booklet contains a list for each lot of Downtown Plaza showing which businesses used the lot and for which years. A great way to learn about the Downtown area of Fairmont!

2010 Holy Ghost Tour Book

2010 Holy Ghost Tour Book - $5.00

The booklet for the 2010 Holy Ghost Tour, put together by the MCHS in conjunction with the Interlaken Heritage Days comittee. This book let contains several churches' histories in articles written by thise who have the most knowledge about them-The churches themselves! Each of the 12 articles also has an accompanying picture chosen by the churches to represent their history. This is an excellent primer on some of God's houses in Martin County!

To purchase items either visit the museum located at 304 East Blue Earth Avenue, Fairmont, call us at 507-235-5178 or email us at mch@frontiernet.net. We will get to your request as soon as possible. All items to be mailed will be sent only after receipt of payment.