The Collection

Preserving The Past

For The Future

The Pequot Lakes Area Historical Society Digital Collection is a wonderful resource that can help provide insight into the rich history of the local area. Thousands of photos, documents, stories and other artifacts are contained in these archives so that individuals can explore intriguing aspects of our local history that would otherwise go untold.

This archive serves as a time capsule to the past and provides a unique opportunity to dive deep into the fascinating developments of past generations and gain helpful knowledge that contributes to our understanding of their lives and stories.

The Collection

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Artifacts
Emery Wheel – Vintage

Emery Wheel – Vintage

In 1873, Sven Pulson invented a grinding wheel that was much more efficient than other mechanisms of its time.  Frank Norton patented his design and began manufacturing them early after that.  The wheel is made of sandstone and used to hone a fine edge on any items...

Artifacts
Pressure Cooker

Pressure Cooker

A pressure cooker on display at our museum.  They were first introduced by the French Physicist, Denis Papin in 1679.  Internal temperature can reach 266 degrees Fahrenheit and was called "Papin's Digester" after the inventor.

Photos
Chris Knutson Truck
Chris Knutson

Chris Knutson

Chris Knutson, a long time resident and contractor in the Pequot Lakes Community, One piece of his various equipment was a 1940 Chevrolet Cab Over truck used in this picture to move a silo.

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