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preserve and share

Your gift will allow us to present our history in exciting, meaningful ways to audiences of all ages - two to 92.  Your gift will also allow us to preserve and share the legacy of Freeborn County's most historically significant people and places through exhibits, tours, programs, events and reserach.  

ways you can support HCFC

Donate to Our Collection

HCFC strives to collect artifacts that highlight the ever-evolving stories of Freeborn County’s past and present. If you have something you think would round out our collections, please contact us! While we cannot take everything, we are always interested in seeing what you have.

 

How to Donate an Artifact

  1. Contact HCFC to schedule a visit to review your artifact(s) or describe them if a visit is not possible. Please note: Appointments are preferred for all donations. Dropping off artifacts at HCFC after hours is discouraged and may result in items being discarded.​

  2. If a staff member recommends accepting your artifact donation, fill out a Gift Agreement form.  The Gift Agreement legally transfers ownership of the artifact(s) to HCFC. 

  3. Upon final approval from our Collections Committee and Board of Directors, receive a thank you letter and a copy of the Deed of Gift form for your records. 

  4. Your donation is accessioned and cataloged, which means the artifacts are cared for to the highest museum and archival standards we can provide, enabling them to be shared and experienced for generations to come. Please note: HCFC cannot promise when, where, or how your artifact(s) may be exhibited in the future.

1031 Bridge Avenue Albert Lea MN 56007

Phone 507-373-8003

History Center & Kevin Savick Research  Library Open Year Round Wednesday 10 am - 4 pm; Thursday 10 am - 8 pm; Friday 10 am - 4 pm

Village Open May - September

(buildings open by appointment only)

Itasca Rock Garden Open mid June to mid September (open by appointment only)

Please check our Facebook page for closings.

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