Local History

Lumberjacks at dinner at lumber camp near Effie, Minnesota
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House. Big Falls, Minnesota
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A 1913 postcard captioned Twilight on Rainy Lake, Int. Falls, Minn.
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Dwelling on main street of Craigville, Minnesota. Lumbering "frontier" town
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Bandstand. Littlefork, Minnesota
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A pile of pulpwood stacked for the paper mill at International Falls, Minnesota, photographed for the Farm Security Administration in September 1937.
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Detail of abandoned excelsior mill. Ericsburg, Minnesota
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A Historic American Landscapes Survey sheet for Ober's Island on Rainy Lake, the island home of the conservationist Ernest Oberholtzer
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A 1913 postcard captioned Main St., Int. Falls, Minn.
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A 1913 postcard captioned Rex Hotel, Int. Falls, Minn.
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The 1919 United States Geological Survey International Falls quadrangle, scale 1:62,500
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Abandoned store building and old sidewalk on what was the main street. Gemmel, Minnesota
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Koochiching County Historical Society
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Koochiching County Historical Society

The KCHS collects, preserves, and exhibits the natural history, material culture, and social heritage of Koochiching County!

Koochiching County Historical Society: Preserving Borderland History

The Koochiching County Historical Society (KCHS) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and sharing the history of Koochiching County and the surrounding region. Established in 1967, the society operates two museums: the Koochiching County Historical Museum and the Bronko Nagurski Museum. These museums highlight the area’s rich heritage, including Indigenous history, early settler life, and the achievements of local sports legend Bronko Nagurski.

Exhibits and Collections

The society’s collections span over 10,000 years of history, covering topics from Indigenous peoples of the region to more modern community developments. The archives include an... Read more

Voyageurs National Park
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Voyageurs National Park

Voyageurs National Park is renowned for its pristine lakes, ancient forests, and abundant wildlife!

Voyagers National Park (VNP) is a stunning natural reserve located in northern Minnesota. This park is renowned for its pristine lakes, ancient forests, and abundant wildlife, and offers visitors a unique and immersive experience in the great outdoors. Whether you’re a nature enthusiast, a recreational adventurer, or simply seeking to enjoy the scenery, VNP is a destination worth exploring.

Established in 1975, Voyagers National Park spans over 218,000 acres and encompasses four major lakes: Rainy Lake, Kabetogama Lake, Namakan Lake, and Sand Point Lake. These interconnected lakes form a vast water-based wilderness area that attracts boating, fishing, and kayaking enthusiasts... Read more

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Rainy Lake Visitor Center
1797 Ut – 342, International Falls, MN 56649

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Kabetogama Lake Visitor Center
9940 Cedar Ln, Kabetogama, MN 56669

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Ash River Visitor Center
9899 Mead Wood Rd, Orr, MN 55771
Rainy Lake Visitors Bureau, Non-Profit
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Rainy Lake Visitors Bureau, Non-Profit

​Rainy Lake Visitors Bureau is an organization that promotes tourism and recreation in the Rainy Lake area, which includes International Falls, Ranier and Rainy River!

​Rainy Lake Visitors Bureau is an organization that promotes tourism and recreation in the Rainy Lake area, including International Falls, Ranier and Rainy River in Minnesota. The bureau provides information and assistance to visitors who want to experience the natural beauty and diverse activities of the region, such as boating, fishing, hiking, snowmobiling and more.

The bureau operates a website where visitors can find the area’s tourism options. The website also features testimonials, photos and videos of Rainy Lake’s scenic views, wildlife and culture.

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Visitors Bureau
301 2nd Avenue International Falls, MN 56649