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Carlton County Historical Society
History connects us. CCHS collects and shares the histories of Carlton County, finding multiple voices and paths that connect our past, present, and future.
We not only collect artifacts and remember important events, but we also gather the countless individual stories left behind by our ancestors and neighbors.
Regular Hours:
Monday: CLOSED
Tuesday: 10am- 4pm
Wednesday: 10am- 4pm
Thursday: 10am -4pm
Friday: 10am -3pm
Holiday and Special Event Hours
July 4th- Open 12-3 pm
July 30th open 5 - 8 pm for Midsummer Celebration
August 13th- 16th- Museum Closed- Visit us at the Carlton County Fair
What's New
What's New
Please check out our Events page and Facebook page for details about our upcoming events.
We will be open from 12-3pm after the 4th of July parade.
Virtual Exhibits are live! See the Current Exhibits page to check it out.
So Long and Best of Luck is now available! Visit the Bookstore & Giftshop page to buy a copy or visit us in person.
Want to research your interests? Visit the Affinity Group page for more information.
We have added an Oral History page that's filled with one-of-a-kind stories told by community members who witnessed the fire, the great depression, early logging, and more.
The Minnesota Historical Society is making a StoryMap of LGBTQ+ stories in Minnesota. Help them out by visiting the Education Page.
What We Do
What We Do
We collect, preserve, and share the history of Carlton County. We have documents, artifacts, maps, and photographs that are difficult to find anywhere else.
We are kid-tested and approved! Children are welcome at our museum.
Want to learn more about an ancestor, landmark, or your property? We can find answers to your questions about Carlton County and its past inhabitants. If we can answer your question in 15 minutes or so there is no charge. For in-depth research, we charge an hourly rate. See the Research tab for more information.
Our Facebook page showcases many historic photographs of our wonderful area and people.
Look at our Events page for information on upcoming events!
Don't miss our education, oral history, and sugar-bushing pages!
Contact Us
Phone: (218) 879-1938
Come visit us!
406 Cloquet Avenue, Cloquet MN 55720
Facts and Questions
Facts and Questions
Is there an accessibility entrance?
Yes! There is a sidewalk leading across the front lawn to an automatic door. Inside, there is an elevator that leads up into the museum!
Where do I park?
There are 2 small lots on either side of the building, as well as street parking. Parking on the street is closest to the accessibility entrance.
Do we do tours?
If you have a large group, we would like to know in advance. Otherwise, tours are mostly self-guided or assisted by the staff at the front desk. Come in anytime! No reservation is required, and it's free!
Can I do research?
Yes! Anyone is welcome to stop in and use our archives with the help of staff. There is more information on our Research Page.
Davie Proulx holding her Grandmothers 1920s dress
Membership
Membership
Become a Member. Renew Your Membership. Give a Gift Membership.
The most important benefit of membership is helping to keep Carlton County history alive. The important work of collecting, preserving, and sharing Carlton County's history depends on member support. Members receive a free book, newsletters, and notices of events and activities. Click on the become a member button.
Not ready to become a member? Consider donating! We appreciate your support.
Donate and Become a Sustainer!
Donate and Become a Sustainer!
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Carlton County Historical Society
Consider joining the Carlton County Historical Society as a sustaining member! Sustainers give a monthly gift in an amount of your choosing to provide steady support to CCHS.
Already an annual member? Change to a monthly sustaining member and continue to receive all membership benefits.
Why Make the Switch?
Monthly donations are processed automatically, saving CCHS time and postage on membership renewal letters, and sparing you the trouble of remembering to renew! Monthly gifts also provide financial security for CCHS with monthly income we can depend on.
Memberships account for roughly half of our annual budget. Your support goes a long way in ensuring that our operations and programming continue serving our community year-round.
Your Gift at Work
$5/month covers one month of printing ink in a year.
$10/month covers the cost of one newsletter
$20/month funds a Pints & the Past program.
$30/month pays for gift shop items.
$40/month pays for equipment upgrades
$50/month supports the maintenance of our building.
Sustaining memberships are processed by an online platform called Givebutter, which will send automatic receipts to your email.
For questions about giving, please contact Sabrina Anderson at development@carltoncountyhistory.org.
Celebrating 100 years with the Shaw Family
Celebrating 100 years with the Shaw Family
We took a lot of photos of our centennial party. It was a wonderful weekend of history, memories, and new connections. Thank you to everyone who came.
Here is a link to all the photos taken over the weekend!
New tree and bench! The Shaw family donated a tree to commemorate the centennial of the Shaw Memorial Library. We are making plans for a special garden to make the space beautiful and comfortable.
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