Document - Historical Society Minutes - Minutes - 3/1/2005MINUTES
EAGAN HISTORICAL SOCIETY
MARCH 1, 2005
A meeting of the Historical Committee was held on Tuesday, March 1, 2005 at 3:30 p.m. in
the Eagan Room of the Eagan City Hall.
AGENDA ADOPTION
The agenda was approved by acclamation with the addition of several items.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Ray Wade made a motion to approve the minutes of the February 1, 2005 regular meeting of
the Eagan Historical Society. Mary Ellen Voracek seconded the motion. All members voted in
favor.
CARD PROJECT INQUIRIES
Members discussed an article from the Faribault newspaper which talked about the City of
Eagan’s historical cards project and a similar project being undertaken by the Faribault Historic
Preservation Commission.
LETTER TO SCHOOLS
Gin Knight drafted a letter to schools Joanna will have it sent out and will update the
Committee on responses.
PHOTO HISTORY BOOK BY NORTHWEST AIRLINES
Joanna Foote will follow-up on the Northwest Airlines Anniversary/History Book and report
back to the Committee at their next meeting.
DISPLAY CASE FOR 1914 TOWN HALL
Members discussed the possibility of asking Park Maintenance staff to construct a display
case that could be placed at the 1914 Town Hall, which would have similar dimensions as the
display cases in the Municipal Center. The idea for use is that displays could then easily be
transferred from the Municipal Center to the 1914 Town Hall. Joanna will coordinate this with
Parks Maintenance staff.
THRESHING PHOTO FROM INVER GROVE HEIGHTS BOOK
Ted Wachter will call the Heuers regarding photographs and memorabilia.
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OTHER BUSINESS
The Committee continued their discussion on other matters of importance. Below are issues
discussed:
History Matters – Mimi Cerny updated the group regarding the MN Historical Society’s “History
Matters” initiative and an upcoming rally at the Capitol.
Ancient tree display – Ray Wade asked if anything had been done with the ancient wood that had
been found in Eagan. Foote indicated that the wood is still in the possession of Forestry staff and
we have had no luck in finding any contact to help us create an adequate display system for this
material which must remain in an airtight and light-controlled condition. Inquiries have been
made to the MN Science Museum and MN Historical Society with no success. Staff will
continue to research options as time allows. Members are encouraged to research any avenues or
contacts they may be aware of.
Cedar Grove water tower photo – Ray Wade was able to locate and procure a photo of the Cedar
Grove Water Tower which he provided to the Committee.
Ted Wachter donated a number of farming items to the committee including an onion weeder
and a corn husker.
Mary Ellen Voracek brought samples of photo/book stands she found for use in displays. She
will purchase more for the Committee’s use.
Tom Garrison suggested creating an event or time to solicit photographs of early Eagan
Judith Miller / located map file on ebay and is willing to purchase. The group had further
discussion regarding the file dimensions needed. Gin and Ray will inventory maps and determine
what filing capacity is needed.
NEXT HISTORICAL SOCIETY MEETING
There will be a Work Session on Thursday, March 10, 2005. The next regular meeting of
the Eagan Historical Society will be Tuesday, April 5*, 2005 at 3:30 p.m. (*meeting later changed
to April 12, 2005)
ADJOURNMENT
Ray Wade made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 4:50 p.m. Mimi Cerny seconded the
motion. All members voted in favor.