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Tapping History: Excelsior Schools – Learning Something New Every Day

May 8, 2023 @ 7:00 pm

Excelsior Academy, Galpin Hall

Since 1855 Excelsior has had its own grade schools, high school and even a college. Learn how they came to be, how some continued on despite setbacks, and what they are today.

Doors open at 6:00 pm and seating is first come, first seated. Free registration is required and there is a $5.00 suggested contribution.

[Image: Excelsior Academy, Galpin Hall; later Northwestern Christian College, (1885-1896).]

About Tapping History: Tapping History provides an opportunity to learn about the history of Lake Minnetonka in a casual and convivial atmosphere. The Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Historical Society produces this series highlighting local history in word and image, presented by respected historians and passionate amateurs alike.

About the Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Historical Society: Founded in 1972, the Society collects, preserves and shares the history of Deephaven, Excelsior, Greenwood, Shorewood and Tonka Bay. The Society’s Archives and Museum are open to the public and house one of the largest collections of historical artifacts, documents and photographs in the area. A number of books about Lake Minnetonka history have been published by the Society and programs and initiatives have been created to share the history of the area with children and adults. For more information about the Society visit elmhs.org.

Organizer

Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Historical Society
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Venue

Excelsior Brewing Company
421 3rd St.
Excelsior, MN 55331
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Phone
952.474.7837
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