Rushford Area Historical 401 South Elm Street, Rushford, MN 55971

The Rushford Area Historical Society, located at 401 South Elm Street in Rushford, Minnesota, has exceeded their fundraising goal of $5,000 with the generous support of members, the community, and history enthusiasts. Thanks to matching donations from Rushford State Bank, Merchant’s Bank, and the Rushford Community Foundation, the institution has added $23,485 to their building fund for the restoration of the Rushford Depot. This project, supported by the Minnesota Historical Society and the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund, has been recommended for funding by the Historic Resources Advisory Committee. The Rushford Area Historical Society's mission is to discover, collect, promote, and share knowledge of the Rushford area's historical legacy through the preservation of structures and artifacts. Visitors are invited to explore and learn about the local heritage at the institution. Stay tuned for updates on the Rushford Depot rehabilitation project. Contact the Rushford Area Historical Society at (507) 864-7560 for more information.