The Hughes Report
Research Report Unveiling a Hidden Legacy_ The Story of James and Frances Hughes and the Black Neighborhood in MaplewoodDownload Recommendations for Utilizing the Research from Unveiling a Hidden Legacy_ The Story of James and Frances Hughes and the Black Neighborhood in Maplewood ProjectDownload Oral Histories_ Mrs. Ann Marie Rogers and Mr. Donald ColbertDownload Annotated Bibliography for Unveiling a Hidden Legacy_ The Story of James and Frances Hughes and the Black Neighborhood in Maplewood Projectof all consulted resourcesDownload
Spring 2026 Big Red Barn Folk Arts & Crafters Fair
The Spring Big Red Barn Folk Arts & Crafters Fair will be held 10 AM – 4 PM on Saturday, May 9, 2026 at the Maplewood Area Historical Society – Bruentrup Heritage Farm located at 2170 County Road D E, Maplewood MN 55109. This wildly popular event is a fundraiser, supporting the preservation of the Maplewood Area Historical Society’s 12 historic structures dating back to 1891. Parking will be at Mariner School, with a convenient ADA accessible shuttle to bring you to MAHS. If you have any questions, please reach out to the MAHS Events Team via email: events@maplewoodmuseum.org. Thank you! We'll see you
St. Nikolaustag on the Farm 2025!
Celebrate the season with Minnesota German holiday traditions at St. Nikolaustag On The Farm, Saturday, December 6th, 2025 from 11 am to 4 pm! Join us for an amazing day at the beautiful 1891 Bruentrup Heritage Farm and: Meet St. Nikolaus for a one-of-a-kind free Photo Op in the festively decorated 1905 Big Red Barn; Enjoy live on-site music; Shop for hand-made wares at out very own Weihnachtsmarkt Vendor Market; Enjoy this family event complete with Make-N-Take Kids Crafts; This event is FREE and hosted by the Maplewood Area Historical Society for our local communities. BUT we can’t exist without your support and suggest a $10
Fall Folk Arts & Crafters Fair 2025
The Fall Big Red Barn Folk Arts & Crafters Fair will be held 10 AM – 4 PM on Saturday, October 11, 2025 at the Maplewood Area Historical Society – Bruentrup Heritage Farm located at 2170 County Road D E, Maplewood MN 55109. This wildly popular event is a fundraiser, supporting the preservation of the Maplewood Area Historical Society’s 12 historic structures dating back to 1891. Parking will be at Mariner School, with a convenient ADA accessible shuttle to bring you to MAHS. If you have any questions, please reach out to the MAHS Events Team via email: events@maplewoodmuseum.org. Thank you! We’ll see you
Holiday Candlemaking
Need a hostess gift for the holidays? Hate the hassle of running into the store for a “little something”? Why not make it yourself? Michelle Williams, of Mommy’s Craft Basket, will lead a candle making class for chandlers of all experience levels. Join us for fall drinks, tasty treats, and festive fragrances. All materials will be provided. October 5 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Held at the Maplewood Area Historical Society - Bruentrup Heritage Farm, located at 2170 Co Rd D E, Maplewood, MN 55109. 100% of ticket sales benefits the Maplewood Area Historial Society. Tickets: https://www.simpletix.com/e/holiday-candlemaking-tickets-229018
