Southwest Streetcar Presentation

With vintage photos and movies, streetcar historian Aaron Isaacs will give a guided tour of the Como-Harriet streetcar that served Uptown, East Calhoun, Linden Hills, Fulton, and Edina until 1954.

Linden Hills Co-op and Its Place in the Food Co-op Movement

Since 1976, the Co-op has demonstrated its popularity and staying power. Co-op manager Luke Schell and member Tom Lundgren will explore the history of Linden Hills’ venture into the world of food co-ops.

Walking Tour: Linden Hills Personalities

Explore sites associated with individuals who shaped the character of the 1900s streetcar village, including pavilion manager A. O. Hoyt, realtor Pauline Littel, librarian Edith Frost, and grocers Robert and Roy Hawkinson. Led by Peter Sussman.

Meet in front of 4290 Queen Ave. S. (Linden Hills Blvd. and Queen).

Early Minnehaha Creek: the Creek, Mills, and History

Historians Tom Balcom, Bob Frame, and Dick Kronick will present an illustrated history of the creek, including when it powered six separate mill sites and the effects when a dam was placed at its head at Gray’s Bay on Lake Minnetonka.

What Style is Your House? Twin Cities Historic House Styles Explained

Architectural historian and freelance writer Dick Kronick will explain the history behind 17 common styles found in the Twin Cities, including Federal, Greek Revival, Italianate, Queen Anne, Gothic Revival, Eastlake, Arts and Crafts, Prairie School, Bungalow, Art Deco, and Mid-century Modern.

Have questions about a specific house? Email a photo by March 3 to [email protected].

Faces of War: Russia in World War I

Join us for a tour of Faces of War: Russia in World War I (1914-1918) at The Museum of Russian Art (TMORA). This major exhibit includes collections from Armenia, Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, Serbia, Germany, and the United States. It highlights the fate of the soldiers and officers who fought in World War I. The war brought incalculable destruction and suffering to millions of people. The exhibit is a unique opportunity to gain a better understanding of this monumental event.

Entrance fee $9.00 for nonmembers of TMORA ($7.00 for those over 65).

Free parking is available at the museum across the street in the Mayflower Church parking lot. (See: http://tmora.org/visit/hours-and-location)