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Linden Hill in the Media

WCCO News “Finding Minnesota”

WCCO Interview May 17, 2024

WCCO’s John Lauritsen highlights the Linden Hill mansion during the “Finding Minnesota” program that aired on May 17, 2023.

Watch the segment here: https://www.cbsnews.com/minnesota/news/two-mansions-of-minnesota-lumber-barons-a-popular-destination-for-reunions-weddings/

Learn more about group lodging here: Retreats & Reunions

Learn more about day rental options here: Day Rentals

Learn more about Linden Hill weddings here: Wedding Venue

Minnesota History Magazine

Minnesota History Magazine

Dr. Alexander L. Ames’ essay highlighting Linden Hill and the lumber industry in Little Falls was published as the cover story in the Fall 2023 issue of Minnesota History Magazine.  Dr. Ames served as an intern for the Friends of Linden Hill in 2010 while studying for his master’s degree at Saint Cloud State University.  Learn more about the publication and order your copy here: Vol. 68 No. 7 Fall 2023 (68/7) : Minnesota History Magazine : MNHS.ORG

 

Lakeland PBS “InFOCUS”

In Focus

Lakeland PBS’s Justin Othoudt highlights Linden Hill’s museum during the InFOCUS segment that aired on June 9th, 2023.  The museum is housed in the Weyerhaeuser (green) mansion and features original family heirlooms that now serve as artifacts from a bygone era.  The museum is open for guided tours on Thursday, Friday and Saturday from Memorial Day through Labor Day.  Click here for more information about our historic tour offerings.

Watch the segment here: https://youtu.be/xl0YGjRgaZA

Valley News Live “North Dakota Today”

ND Today

Jordan Schroeer from North Dakota Today highlights the 2023 Christmas at the Mansions event that takes place each year the 10 days following Thanksgiving.  Learn more about the 2024 Little Falls Christmas Tours and plan your visit here: Little Falls Christmas Tours

Watch the segment here: NDT – Christmas at the Mansions – November 20 (valleynewslive.com)

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🇺🇸Friendly reminder: The Linden Hill office and museum will be CLOSED today, July 4th. The museum will be open again on Saturday, July 5th with tours beginning at 10am, 11am and 12pm. The office will resume normal business hours on Monday, July 7th.⏳ Tours last approximately 45 minutes and begin at the top of each hour.🎟️ Admission:Adults – $12Youth (5–17) – $8Children 4 & under – FREE🎫 Tickets available in-person at Laura Jane’s Gift Shoppe in the little white schoolhouse near the south entrance (available 15 minutes before each tour), or purchase in advance online here:👉 events.humanitix.com/historic-mansion-guided-toursCome explore one of Minnesota’s most treasured historic sites located right here in Little Falls!#LindenHill #HistoricHomeTour #LittleFallsMN #HouseMuseum #MinnesotaHistory #ExploreMN #WeyerhaeuserMansion #MississippiRiverViews ... See MoreSee Less
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🎶 FREE Concert on the Lawn at Linden Hill! 🎶We are just ONE WEEK AWAY from another unforgettable summer evening with Jeff Brooks & Andrea Lind at the Linden Hill Historic Estate.Bring your favorite lawn chair or blanket, grab a bite to eat, and sip on something refreshing while enjoying the beautiful riverside setting and fantastic live music.Admission is FREE and everyone is welcome✨🗓️ Thursday, July 10 🕕 Music starts at 6PM🍔 Food + drinks available for purchase🍹Full bar available🪑 Bring a lawn chair or blanket✨ Sponsored by Gary Block Tours📍 Linden Hill Historic Estate – Come early, claim your spot, and make it a night to remember!#LindenHillConcert #LiveMusic #LittleFallsMN #SummerNights ... See MoreSee Less
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🇺🇸Linden Hill will be CLOSED for tours on Friday, July 4th. Tours will take place as usual on Thursday and Saturday this week.🕑Summer Holiday Tour Hours:Thursday, July 3rd 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm & 2pmSaturday, July 5th 10am, 11am & 12pm⏳ Tours last approximately 45 minutes and begin at the top of each hour.🎟️ Admission:Adults – $12Youth (5–17) – $8Children 4 & under – FREE🎫 Tickets available in-person at Laura Jane’s Gift Shoppe in the little white schoolhouse near the south entrance (available 15 minutes before each tour), or purchase in advance online here:👉 events.humanitix.com/historic-mansion-guided-toursCome explore one of Minnesota’s most treasured historic sites located right here in Little Falls!#LindenHill #HistoricHomeTour #LittleFallsMN #HouseMuseum #MinnesotaHistory #ExploreMN #WeyerhaeuserMansion #MississippiRiverViews ... See MoreSee Less
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🌞 Meet Our Summer Intern: Maddy Ploof! 🌿We’re thrilled to (re)introduce the wonderful Maddy Ploof as our Summer Intern at Linden Hill! Maddy is no stranger to the estate—she’s guided tours here for the past three summers, and we’re so excited to have her back in a new role this season.Since joining us in June, Maddy has jumped right in, lending her talents to everything from office support to events and fundraisers and everything in between. Her passion for Linden Hill shines through in everything she does!A proud Little Falls native, Maddy recently graduated from the College of St. Scholastica and is preparing for her next big adventure: law school at the University of St. Thomas this fall!When she’s not keeping things running behind the scenes at the estate, you’ll find her soaking up summer with her family, playing board games at the lake, making progress on her to-be-read list, and cuddling up with her beloved cat, Delores.Welcome back, Maddy—we’re so glad you’re here! 💚#LindenHill #SummerIntern #MeetTheTeam #HistoricEstate #LittleFallsMN ... See MoreSee Less
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🌈 PRIDE at Linden Hill 🌈At Linden Hill Historic Estate, we believe that everyone deserves to feel safe, seen, and celebrated.As we honor PRIDE this month, we reaffirm our commitment to making Linden Hill a welcoming and inclusive space for all—regardless of race, gender identity, sexual orientation, or background. Whether you’re visiting for a tour, an event, hosting a wedding or celebration, or simply enjoying the beauty of the grounds, you are welcome here just as you are.We stand with our LGBTQ+ community—not just during Pride Month, but all year long. Your stories, your love, and your presence enrich the legacy of this place and help build a more inclusive future for all who walk these historic halls.With pride and gratitude,❤️🧡💛💚💙💜The Linden Hill Team#PrideMonth #YouAreWelcomeHere #LindenHillPride #InclusiveHistory #LoveIsLove #HistoricEstate #LGBTQIA #Pride2025 #LittleFallsMN ... See MoreSee Less
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🕰️ Step Back in Time at Linden Hill! 🏡✨Take a journey through over a century of history with a guided tour of the Weyerhaeuser Mansion—a stunning 9,500-square-foot home built in 1898 by lumber baron Charles Weyerhaeuser.Explore life from the 1890s through the 1980s as you:🌲 Hear fascinating stories of the Musser and Weyerhaeuser families🏛️ Walk through beautifully preserved rooms filled with original heirlooms🌿 Stroll the breathtaking 9.5-acre estate with gardens, towering trees, and scenic views of the Mississippi River📅 Tour Schedule (May 29 – August 30, 2025):Thursday & Friday – 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm & 2pmSaturday – 10am, 11am & 12pm⏳ Tours last approximately 45 minutes and begin at the top of each hour.🎟️ Admission:Adults – $12Youth (5–17) – $8Children 4 & under – FREE🎫 Tickets available in-person at Laura Jane’s Gift Shoppe in the little white schoolhouse near the south entrance (available 15 minutes before each tour), or purchase in advance online here:👉 events.humanitix.com/historic-mansion-guided-toursCome explore one of Minnesota’s most treasured historic sites—right here in Little Falls!#LindenHill #HistoricHomeTour #LittleFallsMN #HouseMuseum #MinnesotaHistory #ExploreMN #WeyerhaeuserMansion #MississippiRiverViews #VisitLittleFallsMN ... See MoreSee Less
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🌿✨ A Heartfelt Thank You ✨🌿Our 2025 Midsummer Soirée Fundraiser was a beautiful evening filled with music, laughter, and meaningful moments—and it simply wouldn’t have been possible without the support of our incredible attendees, volunteers, sponsors, and community partners.Thanks to such generosity, we are thrilled to share that we raised over $27,000 in support of Linden Hill Historic Estate! 🌟 Your contributions help preserve this treasured site and keep its story alive for generations to come.A very special thank-you goes out to our Soirée Committee Co-Chairs, Liz Rydeen and Lynn McCarthy, for their outstanding leadership, creativity, and dedication. We are so grateful for your vision and tireless work to make this event such a success.Whether you joined us in celebration, rolled up your sleeves to help behind the scenes, or gave generously to support our mission—you are an essential part of our story along with these fantastic event sponsors:💛 GOLD SPONSORSJim's Electric Company, Inc.Edward Jones - Financial Advisor: Aubrey Hoggarth Cook, Kyle Hoggarth, Zachary Klosowski & Jana FestlerThe Falls Theatre & Ciao ThymeAllison Zak, D.C., LLCMid Minnesota Federal Credit Union Little FallsBieganek Insurance & Nelson Insurance AgencyLynn McCarthy – Edina RealtyGoldSmith Jewelers🤍 SILVER SPONSORSLakeshirtsRydeen AviationSpencer Fane LLPRenae Oothoudt🧡 BRONZE SPONSORSCHI St. Gabriel's HealthLittle Falls Machine, Inc.Magnifi FinancialLarson Abstract CompanyMarshik Insurance AgencyPine Country BankEmblom Brenny Funeral ServiceAnimal HavenRosenmeier Law OfficeNorth Star CoachesInspection Services of Central Minnesota, Inc.Khris Sundvahl & Lynn McCarthyShelley Funeral Chapels (LeMieur Funeral Homes)🌸 Special ThanksA warm thank-you to Little Falls Greenhouse and Garden Center for donating two beautiful petunia baskets as door prizes—they were a lovely addition and truly appreciated by our guests!And to those who offered additional support—Schlenner Wenner & Co. CPAs, Bernick's, Playing it Forward, Westside Liquor, The Falls Ballroom Banquet & Catering Services and First Lutheran Church, Little Falls MN —thank you for being part of this community effort.🌟 Together, we continue to preserve and celebrate the rich history and legacy of Linden Hill. Stay tuned for more events and memories to come!#LindenHill #MidsummerSoiree #ThankYou #HistoricPreservation #LittleFallsMN #CommunitySupport #Gratitude ... See MoreSee Less
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Patio Bar Happy Hour is HAPPENING NOW until 9pm! 🎨Pottery painting is happening until 7:30pm and you can still participate even if you didn’t register! Just show up and paint! Pick your own piece valued between $15-$35. Cash and card accepted. 🍹The bar is serving up a delicious array of food and drinks!🎤Karaoke kicks off at 6pm!! See you soon🤩 ... See MoreSee Less
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