It’s always intriguing to look back in time and get a glimpse of what life was like for those who came before us. Minnesota has a history it can be proud of, rich with tradition and fun. Here are some rare vintage photos that let you peer into the past and see some classic Minnesota moments.
- Dr. Martin Luther King speaking at the University of Minnesota Campus in St. Paul.
Flickr/Minnesota Historical Society
- 1947 at the bustling Shopping Center at 66th and Lyndale.
Flickr/David Haines
- Vulcans, St. Paul Winter Carnival. Going strong for over a century.
Flickr/Minnesota Historical Society
- 1936 People sleep outdoors during a heat wave.
Flickr/Minnesota Historical Society
- 1934 Halloween and everyone looks fantastic!
Flickr/Minnesota Historical Society
- 1936 New Year’s Eve in Minneapolis.
Flickr/Minnesota Historical Society Who else would love to go to that party?
- 1930s Grasshopper Bait was crucial!
Flickr/Minnesota Historical Society
- 1880s Winter Carnival blanket toss. Back to when it all started.
Flickr/Minnesota Historical Society
- 1950s Window display at Dayton’s in Minneapolis.
Flickr/Minnesota Historical Society
- 1880 Ortonville, Minnesota Civil War Vets.
Flickr/Marion Doss
- 1915 A Minnesota topographic party pushes flat cars.
Flickr/Superior National Forest
These are just a few lucky survivors of the past but I’m sure there are many more historic gems to be found. I hope you will share your vintage Minnesota photos with us on the Only In Minnesota Facebook Page!
Flickr/Minnesota Historical Society
Flickr/David Haines
Who else would love to go to that party?
Flickr/Marion Doss
Flickr/Superior National Forest
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