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SUMMARY:How to Write a Family History Book
DESCRIPTION:This Wayzata Community Education event will teach you how to research and write your family history. Join Rebecca Shamblin for this informative and accessible class at Wayzata Central Middle School. Registration is required.mm
URL:https://lakeminnetonkamag.com/event/how-to-write-a-family-history-book/
LOCATION:Wayzata Central Middle School\, 305 Vicksburg Lane N.\, Plymouth\, MN\, 55447
CATEGORIES:Education,History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wayzata Community Education":MAILTO:communityed@wayzataschools.org
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SUMMARY:Ghost Trolley Late Show
DESCRIPTION:Why should kids have all the Halloween fun?  A not-so-serious look at little known chapters in streetcar history—with something slightly off. What could go wrong? This experience is not recommended for children or the humor impaired.
URL:https://lakeminnetonkamag.com/event/ghost-trolley-late-show/
LOCATION:Excelsior Streetcar Line Ticket Booth\, 337 Water Street\, Excelsior\, MN\, 55331
CATEGORIES:History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Streetcar Museum":MAILTO:info@trolleyride.org
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SUMMARY:Graveyard Ghost Stories
DESCRIPTION:What’s better than a spooky story?  Three ghost stories\, in the dark\, by a cemetery\, on a one hundred year old trolley. Graveyard Ghost Stories features well-known Twin Cities storytellers reading classic tales of the beyond.
URL:https://lakeminnetonkamag.com/event/graveyard-ghost-stories/
LOCATION:Excelsior Streetcar Line Ticket Booth\, 337 Water Street\, Excelsior\, MN\, 55331
CATEGORIES:History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Streetcar Museum":MAILTO:info@trolleyride.org
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SUMMARY:Lake Minnetonka Historical Society Presents Lake Minnetonka History Trivia Contest Cruise
DESCRIPTION:The Lake Minnetonka Historical Society (LMHS) will present a Lake Minnetonka History Trivia Cruise Contest cruise aboard the Lady of the Lake\, in Excelsior\, from 6–8 p.m. on September 8. Tickets are $22.50 for LMHS members and $37.50 for nonmembers and are available at triviacruise.eventbrite.com. \nHistorian Joanie Holst will host a fun evening of Lake Minnetonka history trivia covering the entire lake area. Passengers can team up with friends\, make new ones\, play on their own or simply come along for the ride and watch the fun. Questions are geared for all levels of local history knowledge and history prizes will be awarded. A cash bar will be available on board.
URL:https://lakeminnetonkamag.com/event/lake-minnetonka-historical-society-presents-lake-minnetonka-history-trivia-contest-cruise/
LOCATION:Lady of the Lake Charter Dock\, 8 Water St.\, Excelsior\, MN\, 55331
CATEGORIES:Education,History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lake Minnetonka Historical Society":MAILTO:​info@lakeminnetonkahistory.org
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SUMMARY:Lake Minnetonka Historical Society Presents "Wayzata and the North Shore"
DESCRIPTION:The Lake Minnetonka Historical Society (LMHS) will present a history cruise “Wayzata and the North Shore” aboard Wayzata Bay Charters’ “Her Excellency” departing from Wayzata Depot Docks on August 11\, 6–8 p.m. \nPassengers will cruise through the history of Lake Minnetonka’s North Shore from the 1850s to today with historian Joanie Holst. They’ll learn about Wayzata’s landmark depot\, the storied Spirit Knob\, Lake Minnetonka’s ship graveyard\, and the grandeur of Brackett’s Point and Ferndale. A cash bar will be available on board.
URL:https://lakeminnetonkamag.com/event/lake-minnetonka-historical-society-presents-wayzata-and-the-north-shore/
LOCATION:Wayzata Depot Docks\, 402 Lake St. E.\, Wayzata\, MN\, 55391
CATEGORIES:History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lake Minnetonka Historical Society":MAILTO:​info@lakeminnetonkahistory.org
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SUMMARY:Welcome to the 20th Century: Excelsior & the South Shore with Joanie Holst
DESCRIPTION:With the turn of the century\, mammoth steamboats and tourism began to leave the lake and Excelsior township and village began to dissolve into five communities\, with Excelsior taking its place as the downtown of the south shore. Served by the streetcar from the Twin Cities and home to the popular Excelsior Amusement Park for almost fifty years\, tiny Excelsior’s history is still evident today. Join us for some history and stay for a little nostalgia!isto
URL:https://lakeminnetonkamag.com/event/welcome-to-the-20th-century-excelsior-the-south-shore-with-joanie-holst/
LOCATION:Excelsior Brewing Company\, 421 3rd St.\, Excelsior\, MN\, 55331
CATEGORIES:History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lake Minnetonka Historical Society":MAILTO:​info@lakeminnetonkahistory.org
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SUMMARY:The Early History of Wayzata of the North Shore
DESCRIPTION:The Lake Minnetonka Historical Society (LMHS) will present “The Early History of Wayzata and the North Shore” with historian Joanie Holst at 7 p.m. on February 12 at the Wayzata Community Room\, 600 Rice Street East\, Wayzata\, MN. The presentation will take the audience on a journey through the early history of Wayzata\, beginning with its pre-settlement period and progressing through Wayzata’s founding in 1854\, including settler’s stories of life in this growing village. The audience will also learn about the arrival of the railroad in 1867 which transformed Wayzata into the “gateway to Lake Minnetonka\,” forever altering the history of the lake. \nFree\, pre-registration is requested as capacity is limited. Doors open at 6:30 pm and seating is first come\, first served  A $5.00 suggested contribution is appreciated. To register or for more information visit tinyurl.com/2na5r3vy\, lakeinnetonkahistory.org\, or contact LMHS at info@LakeMinnetonkaHistory.org or 952-474-2115.
URL:https://lakeminnetonkamag.com/event/the-early-history-of-wayzata-of-the-north-shore/
LOCATION:Wayzata Community Room\, 600 Rice St.\, Wayzata\, MN\, 55391
CATEGORIES:Community,History
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SUMMARY:Lake Minnetonka Historical Society Presents "The Early History of Mound and the Upper Lake"
DESCRIPTION:The Lake Minnetonka Historical Society will present “The Early History of Mound and the Upper Lake” with historian Jeff Magnuson at 7 p.m. on January 8\, at Back Channel Brewing Co. Jeff will describe the origins of Mound\, Minnesota and its unique place in the history of Upper Lake Minnetonka. Beginning with pre-history\, the presentation will touch on Lake Minnetonka’s indigenous people\, the famous earthen mounds\, early Euro-American settlement\, the original Mound City as a tourist destination and the establishment of a commercial district with the arrival of the railroad in 1900. \nFree registration is requested at earlymound.eventbrite.com. Capacity for this event is limited and early registration is encouraged. A $5.00 suggested contribution is appreciated. For more information visit lakeminnetonkahistory.org\, or contact the Society at info@lakeminnetonkahistory.org or 952.474.2115.
URL:https://lakeminnetonkamag.com/event/lake-minnetonka-historical-society-presents-the-early-history-of-mound-and-the-upper-lake/
LOCATION:Back Channel Brewing Co.\, 4787 Shoreline Drive\, Spring Park\, MN\, 55384
CATEGORIES:Education,History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230917T150000
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SUMMARY:The Historic Shores of Deephaven
DESCRIPTION:The Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Historical Society will present its final history cruise of the summer The Historic Shores of Deephaven aboard the Lady of the Lake on Lake Minnetonka\, 3 p.m. September 17. Tickets are $22.50 for society members and $37.50 for nonmembers and are available at:  https://tinyurl.com/mryu69xn For more information contact the Society at info@elmhs.org\, 952-221-4766. \nPresented by historian Scott D. McGinnis\, The Historic Shores of Deephaven will be filled with the rich history of the boathouses\, “castles\,” and cottages located on Deephaven’s historic shores from Cottagewood to Chimo and beyond. \nLady of the Lake offers a delightful setting to learn about and experience the history of the area. All cruises offer snacks and soft drinks for purchase as well as a full cash bar onboard. \nAbout 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 house one of the largest collections of Lake Minnetonka historical artifacts\, documents and photographs in the area. A number of books about Lake Minnetonka history have been published by the Society and presentations and initiatives have been created to share the history of the area with the public. The Society will be consolidating with the Museum of Lake Minnetonka\, Wayzata Historical Society and Westonka Historical Society in the fall of 2023. For more information about the Society visit www.elmhs.org.
URL:https://lakeminnetonkamag.com/event/the-historic-shores-of-deephaven/
LOCATION:Lady of the Lake Charter Dock\, 8 Water St.\, Excelsior\, MN\, 55331
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230612T180000
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SUMMARY:A Beginner's Tour of Lake Minnetonka
DESCRIPTION:The Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Historical Society renews its popular series of four summer history cruises aboard the “Lady of the Lake.” The first cruise\, “A Beginner’s Tour of Lake Minnetonka” with Paul Maravelas\, will be held on June 12 at 6 p.m. Tickets are $22.50 for members and $37.50 for nonmembers and are available at:  https://tinyurl.com/5n8nmk5p. \nIn this beginner’s overview\, historian Paul Maravelas will touch on the highlights of the Lake Minnetonka area history while cruising the lower lake. The tour will include the historic landscape\, Native American residents\, the pioneer period\, and the Golden Age. Paul will also compare the lake of today to the lake of the past\, describing historic boats\, bridges\, trains\, streetcars\, homes\,  hotels\, the lake’s former amusement park\, game farm\, and veteran’s camp. Paul Maravelas grew up on Lake Minnetonka and is currently writing a book on the history of Big Island. He studied history at the University of Minnesota and works in the museum field. \nAfter to the beginner’s cruise\, the summer series continues in July with a “Classic Boat Parade” with Dave Bortner\, “The Narrows – Gateway to the Gilded Age” featuring a panel of experts from historical societies around Lake Minnetonka in August\, and “The Historic Shores of Deephaven” with historian Scott D. McGinnis in September. “Lady of the Lake” offers a delightful setting to learn about and experience the history of the area and offers snacks and soft drinks for purchase as well as a full cash bar onboard. Series tickets are available here:  https://tinyurl.com/mryu69xn \nAbout 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 house one of the largest collections of Lake Minnetonka historical artifacts\, documents and photographs in the area. A number of books about Lake Minnetonka history have been published by the Society and presentations and initiatives have been created to share the history of the area with the public. For more information about the Society visit www.elmhs.org.
URL:https://lakeminnetonkamag.com/event/a-beginners-tour-of-lake-minnetonka/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Community,History
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SUMMARY:Yellow Jackets: The Story of Lake Minnetonka’s Streetcar Boats
DESCRIPTION:The Wayzata Historical Society will host a program the evening of Thursday\, April 27\, 2023\, at the Wayzata Community Room (600 Rice Street\, Wayzata\, MN\, 55391). The program\, entitled Yellow Jackets: The Story of Lake Minnetonka’s Streetcar Boats\, will explore the history of the “streetcar boats” operated by the Twin City Rapid Transit Company between 1906 and 1926. Also covered will be the history of the streetcar steamboat Minnehaha\, which was raised from the bottom of the lake in 1980\, restored\, and returned to passenger service in 1996. The program will include an update on the status of the Minnehaha\, which has been stuck in drydock since 2019. The program will begin at 7:00 p.m. and is free and open to the public. No registration is required. \nProgram Description: The streetcar steamboat Minnehaha is one of the most iconic symbols of Lake Minnetonka’s heritage – indeed\, she is one of only a few vessels listed in the National Register of Historic Places in Minnesota. She is also the only steam-powered vessel-for-hire based in the state. \nDesigned by Wayzata boat builder Royal Moore\, Minnehaha and her five identical sisters acted as an extension of the Twin City Rapid Transit (TCRT) streetcar system between 1906 and 1926. Together\, they provided fast and reliable transportation for the residents of Lake Minnetonka. Then\, in 1926\, improved roads and better access to automobiles rendered the boats obsolete. Three of the boats\, including Minnehaha\, were scuttled (purposely sunk) north of Big Island that summer. \n The wreck of Minnehaha was located by a local diver in 1979 and raised to the surface after a massive salvage effort in August 1980. When resources became available for her restoration\, approximately $500\,000 and 80\,000 volunteer hours were spent bringing Minnehaha back to her former glory. Finally\, on May 25\, 1996\, she triumphantly re-entered passenger service to begin her second life. \nMinnehaha operated on Lake Minnetonka continuously until 2019\, when she lost access to the only launch ramp capable of getting her back in the water. Since then\, she has been stored in a maintenance facility\, continuing to receive care while she awaits her fate. We hope you will join us on Thursday\, April 27 as we provide an update on Minnehaha’s status and celebrate the incredible history of her sister streetcar boats! \nAbout the Wayzata Historical Society: The Wayzata Historical Society promotes the history of the greater Wayzata area by operating the Wayzata Depot Museum on weekends\, Wednesdays\, and holidays from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. (April through December)\, publishing a quarterly newsletter called the Telegraph\, and hosting special events and programs throughout the year. The Society also preserves Wayzata history by collecting\, storing\, and conserving items related to local sites and events. The Society’s Archives and History Center are located at the Wayzata Branch of the Hennepin County Library and are open to the public on Saturdays from 10 a.m.-noon.
URL:https://lakeminnetonkamag.com/event/yellow-jackets-the-story-of-lake-minnetonkas-streetcar-boats/
LOCATION:Wayzata Community Room\, 600 Rice St.\, Wayzata\, MN\, 55391
CATEGORIES:Education,History
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