Join Executive Director Wayne Gannaway and Curator Terry Johnson for an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at one of the city's most significant landmarks. Built in 1895 to replace a structure lost to fire, the Board of Trade building was once the global nerve center of the grain industry. In its heyday, this architectural gem transacted more wheat futures than anywhere else on Earth. Now managed by INH Properties, the building remains a testament to the era when Duluth sat at

Our April Newsletter is here!

Our 104th Annual Meeting of the Members is April 21, 2026

The Twin Ports Festival of History returns in 2026 with a slate of talks and deep dives into local and regional history. Join us for an Open House on Saturday, March 28 from 11:00AM to 2:00PM Society Executive Director, Wayne Gannaway, will present “The Art of Soldiering: Servicemembers, Satire, and Cartoons.” Explore the unique, often humorous, and deeply personal world of military life through the lens of those who lived it. Discover how satire helped servicemembers naviga

This month, we’re shining a light on the trailblazing women who shaped the history of St. Louis County. From the Iron Range to the Duluth harbor, their legacies continue to inspire us. Along with celebrating Women’s History Month, we have a full calendar of March events and some essential updates regarding our gallery spaces. Dive in to see what’s changing at the Society. Read the Full Issue

Our February newsletter is here. This month, we’re honoring Black History by bringing the untold stories of St. Louis County to the forefront.

February is here and it is officially Black History Month. This celebration initially began as Negro History Week and it was chosen because it coincided with the birthday of Abraham Lincoln on February 12th and that of Frederick Douglass’, purportedly February 14th, both of which Black communities had celebrated since the late 19th century. Thus, when it was expanded to a month-long celebration, February was the logical choice. In our area of the country, we have had many Afr

Pictured: Wayne Gannaway, Executive Director of the St. Louis County Historical Society and Event Speaker History-in-a-Pint The Art of Soldiering: Servicemembers, Satire, and Cartoons February 17, 2026, 5:30 PM St. Louis County Depot Lake Superior Railroad Museum 506 W Michigan St Duluth, MN 55802 Soldiers and Marines have long used art to process the chaos of military life. Whether fueled by boredom, anxiety, or camaraderie, service members have channeled their experience

Due to the extreme cold, the St. Louis County Historical Society's exhibits & offices will be closed on Friday, January 23, 2026 . Stay warm and stay safe.

What should the future of the St. Louis County Historical Society look like? We want to hear from you . We are currently in the "Discovery Phase" of a major strategic planning initiative, facilitated by Madeline Kvale. From preserving our 13,000+ artifacts to ensuring our storytelling is truly inclusive of all voices in our community, we are building a new path forward—and we need your wisdom to get it right. How can you help? It only takes a few minutes to complete our commu