This project will result in the completion of the first phase of the Watershed Restoration and Protection Strategy (WRAPS) for the Snake-Middle River Watershed.
To prepare a Historic Structures Report with a Comprehensive Energy Plan for building reuse at the Soap Factory, a contributing resource in the St. Anthony Falls Historic District and listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
The purpose of this project is to provide a new shared position in southeast Minnesota which will accelerate the adoption of soil health practices by leveraging the existing efforts of the National Resources Conservation Service and other organizations.
to install solar electric PV panels at Dennis Frandsen County Park to provide power for park lighting, well and security equipment and when power is not called for to support park operations it will support grid function
to install two solar thermal flat plate collectors for existing shower facility that will produce shade for the adjacent picnic table and children's playground area
Partner: Macalester College
MNHS and Macalester have been working on a project in FY14 and FY15 to interview Somalis in Minnesota. Professor Ahmed Samatar from Macalester College has been guiding the process and consulting with the Minnesota Historical Society. Professor Samatar is a world-renowned international studies professor, specializing in Somali studies.
to complete restoration work on the Soo Line Trail in Pine County, including inspection of bridge trestles, surface improvements, culvert replacement, signing, removal of debris, trail widening, and bridge approaches
