The original St. James Lutheran Church (1944-1963) became the American Legion Club after the church relocated to Burnsville, Minnesota in 1963. It was located on what is now 124th Street, Savage Minnesota.
Beaver Mountain Water Slide a popular summer attraction at 15100 Buck Hill Road, Burnsville, Minnesota included five water slides, a children's pool area and miniature golf. The building still stands as the Zombie Boardshop.
Beaver Mountain Water Slide a popular summer attraction at 15100 Buck Hill Road, Burnsville, Minnesota included five water slides, a children's pool area and miniature golf. The building still stands as the Zombie Boardshop.
Beaver Mountain Water Slide a popular summer attraction at 15100 Buck Hill Road, Burnsville, Minnesota included five water slides, a children's pool area and miniature golf. The building still stands as the Zombie Boardshop.
Beaver Mountain Water Slide a popular summer attraction at 15100 Buck Hill Road, Burnsville, Minnesota included five water slides, a children's pool area and miniature golf. The building still stands as the Zombie Boardshop.
Beaver Mountain Water Slide a popular summer attraction at 15100 Buck Hill Road, Burnsville, Minnesota included five water slides, a children's pool area and miniature golf. The building still stands as the Zombie Boardshop.
Beaver Mountain Water Slide a popular summer attraction at 15100 Buck Hill Road, Burnsville, Minnesota included five water slides, a children's pool area and miniature golf. The building still stands as the Zombie Boardshop.
Beaver Mountain Water Slide a popular summer attraction at 15100 Buck Hill Road, Burnsville, Minnesota included five water slides, a children's pool area and miniature golf. The building still stands as the Zombie Boardshop.
Beaver Mountain Water Slide a popular summer attraction at 15100 Buck Hill Road, Burnsville, Minnesota included five water slides, a children's pool area and miniature golf. The building still stands as the Zombie Boardshop.
Beaver Mountain Water Slide a popular summer attraction at 15100 Buck Hill Road, Burnsville, Minnesota included five water slides, a children's pool area and miniature golf. The building still stands as the Zombie Boardshop.
The original Cedar Avenue Bridge, Eagan Minnesota was constructed in 1890 and connected Dakota and Hennepin Counties over the Minnesota River. The Dakota County portion of the bridge was removed upon the completion of the new bridge in 1980.
The original Cedar Avenue Bridge, Eagan Minnesota was constructed in 1890 and connected Dakota and Hennepin Counties over the Minnesota River. The Dakota County portion of the bridge was removed upon the completion of the new bridge in 1980.
The new Cedar Avenue Bridge Eagan, Minnesota was constructed in 1980 and replaced the 1890 bridge connecting Dakota and Hennepin County between Eagan and Bloomington.
Construction began in 1965 for the Cedarvale Mall, Highway 13, Eagan, Minnesota's first major shopping center, which was enclosed. Included were a grocery, drug, hardware, shoe repair, clothing and specialty shops. In 2008 the mall was torn down and replaced by Twin Cities Premium Outlets.
Construction began in 1965 for the Cedarvale Mall, Highway 13, Eagan, Minnesota's first major shopping center, which was enclosed. Included were a grocery, drug, hardware, shoe repair, clothing and specialty shops. In 2008 the mall was torn down and replaced by Twin Cities Premium Outlets.
Construction began in 1965 for the Cedarvale Mall, Highway 13, Eagan, Minnesota's first major shopping center, which was enclosed. Included were a grocery, drug, hardware, shoe repair, clothing and specialty shops. In 2008 the mall was torn down and replaced by Twin Cities Premium Outlets.
Construction began in 1965 for the Cedarvale Mall, Highway 13, Eagan, Minnesota's first major shopping center, which was enclosed. Included were a grocery, drug, hardware, shoe repair, clothing and specialty shops. In 2008 the mall was torn down and replaced by Twin Cities Premium Outlets.
The Credit River Hall, Credit River Township, Minnesota. One of two buildings (the other the general store) were across the street from each other located South of Cleary Lake, on Texas Avenue (County Road 27) and Credit River Boulevard (190th Street East).
The Credit River Store, Credit River Township, Minnesota. One of two buildings (the other the Credit River Hall) were across the street from each other located South of Cleary Lake, on Texas Ave. (County Road 27) and Credit River Blvd. (190th Street. East).
The Credit River Store, Credit River Township, Minnesota. One of two buildings (the other the Credit River Hall) were across the street from each other located South of Cleary Lake, on Texas Ave. (County Road 27) and Credit River Blvd. (190th Street East).
Exterior view of the Cuckoo Clock located at 12111 12th Avenue South in Burnsville, Minnesota which opened in 1970 became Inn and Out and most recently the Canton, which closed in 2022.
Before Dakota County communities, including Eagan, Minnesota, had a library of its own, residents received library services from the bookmobile shown at the Cedarvale Shopping Center.
The Dan Patch Bar and Lounge/Municipal Liquor Store was located at the corner of Vine and Minnesota Streets (now Ottawa Avenue and 123rd Street West) Savage, Minnesota. It was torn down in 1999 and is the site of the relocated historic Savage Depot.
The Dan Patch Bar and Lounge/Municipal Liquor Store was located at the corner of Vine and Minnesota Streets (now Ottawa Avenue and 123rd Street West) Savage, Minnesota. It was torn down in 1999 and is the site of the relocated historic Savage Depot.
The Dan Patch Bar and Lounge/Municipal Liquor Store was located at the corner of Vine and Minnesota Streets (now Ottawa Avenue and 123rd Street West) Savage, Minnesota. It was torn down in 1999 and is of the relocated historic Savage Depot.
The Dan Patch Bar and Lounge/Municipal Liquor Store was located at the corner of Vine and Minnesota Streets (now Ottawa Avenue and 123rd Street West) Savage, Minnesota. It was torn down in 1999 and is the site of the relocated historic Savage Depot.
The Dan Patch Bar and Lounge/Municipal Liquor Store was located at the corner of Vine and Minnesota Streets (now Ottawa Avenue and 123rd Street West) Savage, Minnesota. It was torn down in 1999 and is of the relocated historic Savage Depot.
Businesses on Minnesota Street (renamed 123rd Street West) Savage, Minnesota included Donut Paradise and Dr. Ronald Yee's Family Dental housed in the historic Kaufenberg Bar.
The Evergreen Restaurant, originally built in 1969 as Taco Towne, on the site of the Savage VFW and Vine Street Bar, this restaurant next became the Hamilton, then the Evergreen and in 2022 El Loro at 4749 Highway 13 West, Savage Minnesota.
First Burnsville State Bank rented space at 201 West Burnsville Parkway, Burnsville Minnesota Prior to opening in March, 1972, Before this, Burnsville never had a bank of its own..
Joe and Janette Connelly farm during 1965 flood was located on Highway 13 near Cliff Road. Burnsville Minnesota. Prior owners were his parents Jim and Anna Connelly, Michael and Mary Kennelly Dunn and her parents Walter and Sarah Kennedy Kennelly, who purchased the farm in 1864.
Joe and Janette Connelly farm during 1965 flood was located on Highway 13 near Cliff Road. Burnsville Minnesota. Prior owners were his parents Jim and Anna Connelly, Michael and Mary Kennelly Dunn and her parents Walter and Sarah Kennedy Kennelly, who purchased the farm in 1864.
Frank and Mary Connelly Vegetable and Fruit stand, Highway 13 and 12th Avenue, Burnsville Minnesota. The family farm was homesteaded by his great grandparents James and Mary Connelly in the 1850s.
Interstate 35W near Highway 13 Burnsville, Minnesota as it appeared prior to the addition of major industry and car dealerships along the freeway. Visible the Northwestern Portland Cement towers, now the site of the Walmart store.
Jens Caspersen (1907-1985) born in Denmark came to the United States in 1928 and could speak very little English. During the early 1930s he worked on farms in the Burnsville, Minnesota and several years as a mil truck driver. In 1938 he opened his tavern on Highway 13 and ten years later purchased the Embassy Club, which he operated until his retirement in 1965. The Jens A.Caspersen Landing on the Minnesota River and Cedar Avenue Bridge, is dedicated to him.
After a 1961 fire destroyed the Kearney Grocery Store, downtown Savage, Minnesota owners Gene and Mary Kearney constructed Savage's Valley Shopping Center which included Jim Brady Drug, Savage's first pharmacy.
After a 1961 fire destroyed the Kearney Grocery Store, downtown Savage, Minnesota owners Gene and Mary Kearney constructed Savage's Valley Shopping Center which included Jim Brady Drug, Savage's first pharmacy.
After a 1961 fire destroyed the Kearney Grocery Store, downtown Savage, Minnesota owners Gene and Mary Kearney constructed Savage's Valley Shopping Center which included Jim Brady Drug, Savage's first pharmacy.
After a 1961 fire destroyed the Kearney Grocery Store, downtown Savage, Minnesota owners Gene and Mary Kearney constructed Savage's Valley Shopping Center which included Jim Brady Drug, Savage's first pharmacy.
After a 1961 fire destroyed the Kearney Grocery Store, downtown Savage, Minnesota owners Gene and Mary Kearney constructed Savage's Valley Shopping Center which included Jim Brady Drug, Savage's first pharmacy.
After a 1961 fire destroyed the Kearney Grocery Store, downtown Savage, Minnesota owners Gene and Mary Kearney constructed Savage's Valley Shopping Center which included Jim Brady Drug, Savage's first pharmacy.
After a 1961 fire destroyed the Kearney Grocery Store, downtown Savage, Minnesota owners Gene and Mary Kearney constructed Savage's Valley Shopping Center which included Jim Brady Drug, Savage's first pharmacy.
After a 1961 fire destroyed the Kearney Grocery Store, downtown Savage, Minnesota owners Gene and Mary Kearney constructed Savage's Valley Shopping Center which included Jim Brady Drug, Savage's first pharmacy.
Nicols was one of the train stops for Eagan Minnesota on Cedar Avenue leading to the Cedar Avenue Bridge. It consisted of the Jim Scott General Store operated 1920-1953 and the railroad depot. After Jim Scott died in 1953, the building stood unused and was burnt during fire training in 1964. The street is now Nicols Road, Eagan, Minnesota
Lucky Twin Drive-in theatre, Highway 13 Burnsville, Minnesota. The popular two screen outdoor theatre operated from 1957-1980. Next to the theatre is a new water treatment plant being constructed. The theatre is now the site of the Minnesota Valley Transit Station.
Francis and Marie Popehn owned and operated the Lyn Rose Dairy Store, Tap and Party Room from 1960-1969 at the intersection of Lyndale Avenue and Rosemount Road (now Interstate 35W and County Road 42) Burnsville, Minnesota. After its sale to Jack Young, it became Jack's Place.
Marco Polo Dinner Theatre and Supper Club, 251 West Burnsville Parkway, Burnsville Minnesota operated in the same building as a number of establishments including: Franco's, Benchwarmer Bob's Sports Cafe, Poor Richards Commonhouse, J.C.'s Bar and most recently Los Grandes.
Marco Polo Dinner Theatre and Supper Club, 251 West Burnsville Parkway, Burnsville Minnesota operated in the same building as a number of establishments including: Franco's, Benchwarmer Bob's Sports Cafe, Poor Richards Commonhouse, J.C.'s Bar and most recently Los Grandes.
Margaret Doren was the first elementary school principal and director of elementary education when the Burnsville School opened in 1957. She remained with the school district until 1965.
Margaret Doren was the first elementary school principal and director of elementary education when the Burnsville School opened in 1957. She remained with the school district until 1965.
The Masonic Home located at 11501 Masonic Home Drive in Bloomington, Minnesota. This was originally the site of Dan Patch owner Marion Savage's summer estate.
Built in 1963 as Valley National, Eagan Minnesota's first bank, it was later renamed Mid-America Bank located next to the Cedarvale Shopping Center on Highway 13 and Silver Belle Road.
Built in 1963 as Valley National, Eagan Minnesota's first bank, it was later renamed Mid-America Bank located next to the Cedarvale Shopping Center on Highway 13 and Silver Belle Road.
Built in 1963 as Valley National, Eagan Minnesota's first bank, it was later renamed Mid-America Bank located next to the Cedarvale Shopping Center on Highway 13 and Silver Belle Road.
Businesses on Minnesota Street (renamed 123rd Street West) Savage, Minnesota included Farmers Insurance, Carpet Drapes, Upholstery & Waterbeds (in the former Allen's Dodge dealership building).
A residential portion of Minnesota Street (renamed 123rd Street West), Downtown Savage Minnesota. Elsewhere on the street is the business district including the Savage Library, Gopher Heating, the Savage Barbershop, Southside Dodge (previously Allen's Dodge) and the Dan Patch Lounge Savage Municipal Liquor Store.
Minnesota Street (renamed 123rd Street West) Downtown Savage, Minnesota during a Dan Patch Days parade. Visible businesses include Gopher Heating, the Savage Barbershop, Southside Dodge (previously Allen's Dodge) and the Dan Patch Lounge/Savage Municipal Liquor Store.
Minnesota Street (renamed 123rd Street West), Savage, Minnesota businesses included the Glendale Township Hall, Gopher Heating and Cooling, the Savage Barbershop, Ekstrom Television, George Allen Dodge, Savage Lumber and Minnesota Gas.
Minnesta Street (renamed 123rd Street West) Savage, Minnesota. Businesses included the Glendale Township Hall, Gopher Heating and Cooling, the Savage Barbershop, Ekstrom Television, George Allen Dodge and Savage Lumber.
Businesses on Minnesota Street (renamed 123rd Street West) Savage, Minnesota included Donut Paradise and Dr. Ronald Yee's Family Dental housed in the historic Kaufenberg Bar.
Nicols Railroad Depot, which was one of the train stops for Eagan Minnesota, on Cedar Avenue (now Nicols Road) was burnt down during fire training in 1964. Nicols was also the home of the Jim Scott General Store, which operated 1920-1953, across from the depot.
Oscar Dally died in 1977 at the age of 92. He built his grocery store and bar in 1923 on the shores of Crystal Lake, Burnsville, Minnesota. The signage on his store originally read Dally's, as his name was spelled, but he later changed it to Dolly's to recognize the way customers and neighbors pronounced his name.
Oscar Dally died in 1977 at the age of 92. He built his grocery store and bar in 1923 on the shores of Crystal Lake, Burnsville, Minnesota. The signage on his store originally read Dally's, as his name was spelled, but he later changed it to Dolly's to recognize the way customers and neighbors pronounced his name.
Oscar Dally, who died in 1977 at the age of 92, built his grocery store and bar in 1923 on the shores of Crystal Lake, Burnsville, Minnesota. The signage on his store originally read Dally's, as spelled, but he later changed it to Dolly's to recognize the way customers and neighbors pronounced his name.
Oscar Dally, who died in 1977 at the age of 92, built his grocery store and bar in 1923 on the shores of Crystal Lake, Burnsville, Minnesota. The signage on his store originally read Dally's, as spelled, but he later changed it to Dolly's to recognize the way customers and neighbors pronounced his name.
Oscar Dally's Place - Oscar Dally died in 1977 at the age of 92. He built his grocery store and bar in 1923 on the shores of Crystal Lake, Burnsville, Minnesota. The signage on his store originally read Dally's, as his name was spelled, but he later changed it to Dolly's to recognize the way customers and neighbors pronounced his name.
Oscar's Radiator Service and Bait Shop, owned by Oscar Wicklund, was located on Highway 13 and Vine Street (renamed Ottawa Avenue) Savage Minnesota. Originally the building was Mark Egan's Texaco and was razed between 1968-1970.
Port Cargill on Highway 13 in Savage began operations during World War II to construct ocean going tankers for the U.S. Navy. After the war, the facility transformed into a grain handling operation. In 1985 cement domes were added to house their salt distribution facilities at the site.
Port Cargill, Highway 13, Savage Minnesota started during World War II to construct ocean going tankers for the U.S. Navy. After the war, the facility transformed into a grain handling operation. In 1985 cement domes were added to house their salt distribution facilities at the site.
Razors Edge Barbershop is likely the oldest building in Savage, Minnesota and was originally the Berrisford Store moved from Burnsville to Savage between 1902-1904 when it became Garvey's Store. In 1969 Jens Bohn opened the Razors Edge Barbershop in the building, which closed when he died in 2018.
Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1301 County Road 42 East, Burnsville Minnesota was established in 1928 in the Orchard Lake area of Burnsville and Lakeville. In 1959 they purchased property for a new church, which was completed in 1961. In 1984 they dedicated a new church, shown here.
The original Riley Store, a wooden structure operated by Patrick and Mary Riley was replaced by this brick building at the corner of Minnesota and Vine Streets (now 123rd Street and Ottawa Avenue) Savage, Minnesota. After Riley's closed the store, it was sold and later became the home of the Savage Post Office and other small businesses. The building was torn down in 2000 for the Hamilton Apartments and Business Center.
The original Riley Store, a wooden structure operated by Patrick and Mary Riley was replaced by this brick building at the corner of Minnesota and Vine Streets (now 123rd Street and Ottawa Avenue) Savage, Minnesota. After Riley's closed the store, it was sold and later became the home of the Savage Post Office and other small businesses. The building was torn down in 2000 for the Hamilton Apartments and Business Center.
The Savage Barbershop was located on Minnesota Street (now 123rd Street West) Savage, Minnesota next to Allen's Dodge. The barbers were Ray Wagener, Jens Bohn and Jim Visnovec.
The Savage Office Building, 12400 Princeton Avenue South, Savage Minnesota was constructed in 1982 as a location for small businesses. This building is now Rudolph Community & Care.
The Savage Office Building, 12400 Princeton Avenue South, Savage Minnesota was constructed in 1982 as a location for small businesses. This building is now Rudolph Community & Care.
The Savage Office Building, 12400 Princeton Avenue South, Savage Minnesota was constructed in 1982 as a location for small businesses. Visible is the Savage Water Tower, which has since been removed. This building is now Rudolph Community & Care.
The Singewald Building was once a residential home on Vine Street (now Ottawa Avenue) Savage, Minnesota and later housed businesses including the Vine Street Cafe, Utility and Gas Service, Colonial Bakery & Dairy and finally the Singewald Company. The building was torn down in 1982 and replaced by apartments.
After purchasing Allen's Dodge in Savage, the dealership became Southside Dodge and in 1977 they built a new headquarters in Burnsville. Today this is known as Dodge of Burnsville on Interstate 35 W Burnsville, Minnesota.
After purchasing Allen's Dodge in Savage, the dealership became Southside Dodge and in 1977 they built a new headquarters in Burnsville. Today this is known as Dodge of Burnsville on Interstate 35 W Burnsville, Minnesota.
The Credit River Catholic Cemetery (originally St. Peter's Cemetery) is south of the corner of County Road 21 and County Road 27. It was founded in the 1800s on land next to where St. Peter's church once stood.
T- Butcherblock, was one of the first chain restaurants to open in Burnsville with a seating capacity of 150 and a lounge. It was located at 12450 Nicollet Avenue, Burnsville Minnesota.