The Fridley Historical Society (FHS) is bringing the story of Fridley to life through a new exhibit exploring how the city transformed after World War II—from open fields to the vibrant suburb it is today. This exhibit aims to celebrate Fridley’s history while building a stronger sense of identity, pride, and neighborliness in a changing community. Once complete, it will be on display at the Fridley Historical Society museum for the community to enjoy.
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Come join us for a very special open house to commemorate the 40th Anniversary of the Fridley Historical Society and the 60th Anniversary of the 1965 Fridley tornado.
May 3 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
11:15 a.m. – new lift dedication
11:30 a.m. – Buzz’s Barber Shop exhibit reveal
1 p.m. – sealing of the 2025 time capsule
Also happening during the event:
Phat Phil’s mini donuts in the FHS parking lot
Booking signing: FHS member and author Al Taylor will be on hand signing books and sharing his knowledge of the 1965 Fridley tornado. Dr. Switzer will also be signing his book Keep’er Between the Ditches: A Farmboy from Hamilton, North Dakota.
Bernadine Mastushak sat down with the Fridley Historical Society on January 30, 2025 and discussed what it was like growing up in Fridley in the 1930s and 1940s.
In this video she talks about her family background in Fridley, going to school, first jobs, what life in Fridley was like in her growing up years, 1940 Armistice Day Blizzard, the 1965 Fridley tornadoes and more.
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The museum is reopening for the 2024 season. Stop by to check it out!
The Fridley Historical Society Museum will be closed November 25th as part of the Thanksgiving Holiday.
We are excited to share our new website with the Fridley community and Anoka County. We hope this new presence on the Internet will allow for easy updates to our followers and members.
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