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“Nearly 1,000 Year Old Dugout Canoe” reads the sign. This marks just one treasure within the Western Hennepin County Pioneers Association Museum.

Welcome to a place where history whispers from every corner. The Western Hennepin County Pioneers Association Museum stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of those who shaped this land.

Step inside. You will embark on a journey through time. Discover the stories of the pioneers. Learn about their struggles and triumphs. The Western Hennepin County Pioneers Association Museum is more than just a building. It’s a portal to the past.

The museum proudly displays artifacts and documents that chronicle the lives of early settlers. Imagine life in Western Hennepin County in the 1800s. What challenges did these brave souls face?

One gripping tale involves the ‘White Swan’ shipwreck of October 1859. Norman Stone hired the sailing ship to move his family. They were traveling from their land near West Arm to Minnetonka Mills. A fall storm caught them by surprise. The ship listed and took on water. Tragedy struck as Mrs. Stone and her children were lost. Mr. Stone also perished trying to save them. Only Robert McKenzie survived by finding a pioneer cabin.

The Western Hennepin County Pioneers Association Museum is open every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Come explore our exhibits. Discover fascinating stories.

Search our index of over 29,000 family file images. Volunteers have tagged these images. You can easily search them by computer. Perhaps you will find a connection to your own family history.

Consider the ancient canoe on display. This dugout canoe is nearly 1,000 years old. What stories could it tell? What journeys did it undertake?

The Western Hennepin County Pioneers Association Museum offers special tours. Contact Bob Gasch to arrange a visit. He can be reached at 952-476-1865 or museum@whcpa-museum.org.

The Western Hennepin County Pioneers Association Museum invites you to delve into the past. Uncover the rich heritage of this region. As you leave, reflect on the lives of those who came before us. Remember their courage. Honor their legacy. The stories within these walls will stay with you long after you depart.

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