Delano-Franklin Township Area Historical Society of Minnesota

Delano-Franklin Township Area Historical Society of Minnesota The Heritage Center is currently closed for extensive restoration and remodeling.
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Meanwhile, look for mini displays in other locations around town, and continue to contact the Historical Society for research and resources, or to make donations.

06/12/2026

Happy June, Delano! Summer is here (almost!), and so are some of the biggest events of our 150th celebration year! ☀️

JUNE EVENTS AT A GLANCE:
June 2: Doug Ohman - 150 Years of MN Frontier | 1PM | Delano Senior Center
June 4: Square Dancing at the Heritage Center | 3PM | Historic Village Hall
June 12: 150 & Counting History Chats: "What Did You Drive?" | 9:30–10:30AM | Delano Senior Center
June 13 BIG DAY: Delano Sculpture & Blues Fest | Sculpture Park
• 150th Sculpture, Mosaic & Heritage Foot Path Dedication at 11AM, Guided Sculpture Walk, Art & Craft Vendors, Live Music, Food & Beverages | Delano Area Council for Arts and Culture
June 16: Chicken Jon Tribute | 3–9PM | Delano American Legion Post 377
June 17: BOOK RELEASE! Delano's 150th - Book Launch Party | 5–7PM | Jerome Event Center - Be among the first to purchase "Delano on the Crow: 150 Years of Unrivaled Spirit!"
June 18: David Jones Presents: The United States Flag | 11AM | Delano Senior Center
June 18: Square Dancing at the Heritage Center | 6PM | Historic Village Hall
June 27: Community Paintings Project | 10AM–1PM | Delano Public Library
June 30: Delano Senior Center Field Trip: Minnesota State Capitol Tour | Van departs 9:30AM

All Season at Delano Athletics Baseball: Get $1.50 off your Special Sesquicentennial Sundae when you try to say "sesquicentennial."

Don't forget our 150th keepsakes!
👕 Apparel Store Open June 1–15 (Arts Festival Gear - order by 10AM June 8 for pickup before the festival!) https://allseasonssports.chipply.com/Delano150

🙋 Volunteers needed for Sculpture & Blues Fest and the Book Launch Gala! Email [email protected] if you'd like to help.

👉 More info: delano150.com |

06/12/2026

We can't wait to see you TOMORROW, Saturday June 13th for the much-anticipated Delano Sculpture & Blues Fest! The weather will be cooler than it's been and it will be a beautiful day to take in blues, art, and our amazing vendors!

Here is a little lineup of events, in addition to the opportunity to shop and check out our newest sculptures!

✨10 AM: Vendors are open and the fest begins!
✨ 11 AM: Sesquicentennial Dedication Ceremony, followed by a guided sculpture walk
✨ 12 PM: Jake La Botz takes the stage
✨ 2 PM: Tommy Bentz Band takes the stage
✨ 4 PM: Joyann Parker takes the stage

Throughout the day, grab food and drinks from our vendors: Sunny Days Comfort Foods, Doggy Dog World, Midwest Mini Donuts, Crow River Winery, and Boathouse Brothers Brewing Co. and check out our many local makers! While you're checking out the new sculptures, make sure you have your bingo card from the information desk so you can participate in our NEW sculpture bingo for a chance to win a prize! We can't wait to spend the day in community with you enjoying art, music, food and fun!

Join us TOMORROW for 150 & Counting History Chats!Friday, June 12 | 9:30–10:30 AMDelano Senior CenterHosted by the Delan...
06/11/2026

Join us TOMORROW for 150 & Counting History Chats!
Friday, June 12 | 9:30–10:30 AM
Delano Senior Center
Hosted by the Delano-Franklin Township Area Historical Society of Minnesota & Delano Senior Center
Note: Date change this month - meeting the 2nd Friday instead of our usual date.

June's theme is "What did you drive?" Come share memories of your first car or truck, bring along old photographs, or drive your classic vehicle over! Did you ever board a Greyhound bus or catch a train in Delano? Remember the old car dealerships or garages around town? We'd love to hear your stories and see your old car!

Casual coffee chat, open to all. See you there!

What was your first car? Come to the History Chat this Friday, June 12, at the Delano Senior Center to share your photos...
06/08/2026

What was your first car? Come to the History Chat this Friday, June 12, at the Delano Senior Center to share your photos, memories and stories, 9:30-10:30 am. Love to see some of those classic cars in the parking lot, too!

Interested in the Delano Franklin Township Area Historical Society? Come to our meeting Tuesday, June 9, 7:00 pm, at th...
06/06/2026

Interested in the Delano Franklin Township Area Historical Society? Come to our meeting Tuesday, June 9, 7:00 pm, at the Heritagae Center, 140 Bridge Ave.

New historical display at the Delano Public Library this month is about the Meat Markets in Delano.
06/06/2026

New historical display at the Delano Public Library this month is about the Meat Markets in Delano.

Congratulations! to the Graduating Class of 2026! And here's looking back 85 years to the Graduating Class of 1941!
06/03/2026

Congratulations! to the Graduating Class of 2026! And here's looking back 85 years to the Graduating Class of 1941!

The Delano-Franklin Township Area Historical Society is looking for donations or loans of Delano yearbooks for the 4th o...
05/29/2026

The Delano-Franklin Township Area Historical Society is looking for donations or loans of Delano yearbooks for the 4th of July all-class reunion display, especially years 1976-1987, although all years accepted! Also, loans of letterman jackets, athletic uniforms, cheerleading uniforms, danceline outfits, etc. Thank you!

Have you ever visited the American Legion Memorial in Central Park? To learn more about these Delano men who we honor o...
05/26/2026

Have you ever visited the American Legion Memorial in Central Park? To learn more about these Delano men who we honor on Memorial Day, go to the Delano Chamber of Commerce website, click on the Spirit of Community Trail, and scroll down to find the link American Legion War Memorials.

When the railroad arrived at the Crow River in 1868, it was the western terminus of the line. Besides the depot and wat...
05/23/2026

When the railroad arrived at the Crow River in 1868, it was the western terminus of the line. Besides the depot and water tank, there was a roundhouse and a turntable, and eventually a warehouse/ coal shed. The warehouse, one of the the last remnants of the station, was demolished last week as Spike's prepare for an expansion of their facilities.

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140 Bridge Avenue East
Delano, MN
55328

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12pm - 3pm

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