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GAR Hall and Meeker County Museum

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Erected in 1885 by Civil War veterans to honor those who fought in the Union Army. It is furnished with original period pieces and houses Civil War research materials. Next to the hall is the county museum, which contains American Indian artifacts, an 1868 log cabin and other historical items. Open Tuesday-Sunday noon-4pm.

Location: 308 N Marshall Ave, Litchfield Minnesota 55355 Telephone 320-693-8911

Other History nearby:
(Cold Spring) Assumption Chapel
(Litchfield) GAR Hall and Meeker County Museum
(Annandale) Minnesota Pioneer Park
(Dassel) Old Depot Museum
(Elk River) Oliver H. Kelley Farm
(St Cloud) Stearns County Heritage Center

04/19 Coming to The Litchfield area
Minnesota Alpaca Festival Owatonna MN April13-14 The halter show has over 500 alpacas in the most astonishing array of colors. Award winning fleece will be on display throughout the weekend! This is also a shopping extravaganza.
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Tater Daze Brooklyn Park MN June13-16 Brooklyn Park Tater Daze is a unique festival where residents pay homage to the humble potato. Early settlers discovered that potatoes flourished in the flat, sandy soil of the area.
Craft Brew Fest Winnebago MN June29 Craft Brew Fest is a festival dedicated to the enjoyment of craft beer. Over 50 different beers from some great craft breweries will be available for sampling.