Exterior view of the Fillmore County Poor Farm residence. This structure was built in 1896, following the destruction of the original home by fire. This home was erected to house the county poor, some of whom are seated on the lawn and steps.
This photograph shows the Nicollet County Poor Farm in Granby Township, which was located on the north side of Swan Lake, south of the Fort Road, which is today's County Road 5. It was on the west side of County Road 4.