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There is a detailed process that must be followed to ensure a proper storage of items and an easy retrieval for those searching for Chaska’s

One of the Chaska Historical Society’s long-time members and supporters is Marcia Mittelsted Maguire, of St. Simon’s Island, Georgia. Thoug

Mark Olson is a Regional Editor for Southwest News Media - publishing the Chaska Herald and Chanhassen Villager.

Sunnie Deis is a 16 year volunteer and former board member of the Chaska History Center.

Steve Mueller focuses on “Why Jonathan in Chaska?” - he is uniquely qualified to distill over 50 years of history.

Yvonne Welter, our head artifact archiver, is a member of the Accessions Committee and a valued board member.

Scanning, digitizing and indexing historical documents and images are some of the important tasks engaging our volunteers.

Bringing Chaska’s history to life by creating a major exhibit at the Chaska Historical Center is a monstrous effort.

Scraps of ancestors’ lives are scattered in hundreds of books and references within the Chaska History Center.

Chaska Historical Society volunteer, Connie Jacobs, leads Graveyard Tours, sharing stories of past residents.

A few times a year, horse-drawn wagon tours explore Chaska historic homes. History center volunteers narrate the ride.

Sarah Carlson is one of the more recent volunteers to give their time and enthusiasm to creating exhibits a the Chaska History Center.