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Ramsey County Historical Society (RCHS) is proud to announce the appointment of Brandie Macdonald as its new Executive Director. An experienced museum and nonprofit leader, Brandie brings deep experience in museums, nonprofits and fostering cultures rooted in equity, inclusion, and purpose. With her experience working…

The Mary Livingston Griggs & Mark Griggs Burke Research Center WILL BE CLOSED FEBRUARY 9-13, 2026 For more information, please call 651-222-0701 or email [email protected].

The Mary Livingston Griggs & Mark Griggs Burke Research Center WILL BE CLOSED JANUARY 19, 2026 For more information, please call 651-222-0701…

Meet Emily Gastineau, RCHS’ new Editor that will be spearheading the work with our magazine, Ramsey County History. Emily has an extensive background in editing and working in communities within the Twin Cities. She is a choreographer, writer, performer, editor, and cultural worker. Her performance work has been developed and…

There is no better time of year than Autumn to visit St. Paul’s historic Oakland Cemetery! The colors of the changing leaves were the perfect backdrop for Denise Dunnell Wells’ cemetery walking tours, where she regaled us with stories of Saint Paulites now passed. Armed with sweaters, scarfs, and…

Our gala was a home run! Pathways Gala 2025 by Steven Cohen Overlooking CHS Field and St. Paul’s historic Lowertown, guests arrived just as golden hour hit. This year’s gala was one of the most beautiful and successful yet, and it is all thanks to those of you who support…

Dear Friends of RCHS, I want to share the news that Ramsey County Historical Society President & CEO Chad Roberts will be stepping away from RCHS after nearly 13 years. His last day in the office will be November 21, 2025. Chad and I have talked a lot about the…

Help Gibbs Farm House Their Animals Donate Gibbs Farm helps bring Minnesota’s history to life by introducing students to the various types of farm animals the Gibbs family would have raised. Sheep, goats, pigs, ducks, geese, and chickens delight visitors…

Recently the Executive branch of the Federal Government escalated their criticism of the museums you love and trust. As an institution that has worked hard for the last 76 years to preserve and share the stories of our community, we find the stated goals and tenor of these critiques troubling.