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We are a historical society for the city of Buffalo Minnesota. Our Vision is "Bringing the Past to the Present".

Send all written inquiries or donations to:
Buffalo Historical Society
917 Circle Drive
Buffalo MN 55313 The Mission of the Buffalo Historical Society is to engage the community to become an active group of citizens dedicated to the study and appreciation of all aspects of the history of Buffalo. Through the gathering of information, educational programs, research, preservation advocacy of hist

oric buildings, sites, and artifacts, along with the collection and preservation of printed and manuscript materials and maps, related to the heritage of Buffalo, we hope to share the importance of historic preservation with a broader number of people in our community.

05/11/2026

May Update

We had planned to host our Downtown Historic Walking Tour again this year in conjunction with Heritage Preservation Month in May. However, as many of you have noticed, the downtown streets are undergoing a major makeover. As a result, we won’t be holding the walk this year. We look forward to bringing it back next May in a sparkling new downtown.

We’re also planning a clean-up at the Buffalo Lake Scenic Overlook later this month and will share details as soon as the date is set.

There will be no regular meeting at the “old” Community Center this May as they transition to the new Community Center, located at 114 Commerce Circle.

Plan ahead and get your free Community Center pass by visiting the city website and scanning the QR code to register. Or, join the Grand Opening celebration on Tuesday, June 9, from 5–8 p.m., and someone there can help you register. Please note: registration will be completed using your cellphone.

We’ll have a table set up at the Grand Opening—please stop by and say hi!

You’ll need to check in with your free pass card each time you visit the new center.

We hope you’ll take time this Heritage Preservation Month to celebrate and promote the heritage of our city—and your family’s heritage—in your own way.

04/10/2026

3rd Annual Trivia Night
Join us for the 3rd Annual Trivia Night on Tuesday, April 21st at the Buffalo Community Center (206 Central Ave.) at 6:30 PM. This year’s theme is the 50’s, 60’s, and 70’s, featuring, you asked for it, multiple choice questions so everyone can play along with ease. Test your knowlede, trust your gut, and enjoy a relaxed night of laughs, all while learning a little history. All are welcome! Come for the popcorn-stay for the trivia! As always fabulous prizes will be awarded!

03/18/2026

This looks like a fun presentation. Posting for the Hanover Historical Society of Minnesota

03/06/2026

"Buffalo from Above: Aerial View Photo Night"
Join us for a special evening on March 17th, 6:30 PM, at the Buffalo Community Center, where we’ll journey through Buffalo’s history with nearly 30 aerial photographs spanning from 1881 to 1960. Bring your own photos to share and enjoy a visual exploration of our town’s transformation over the decades. Whether you’re a longtime resident or new to Buffalo, this is a wonderful opportunity to connect, reminisce, and celebrate our community’s rich heritage. Everyone is welcome—see you there!

02/10/2026

🌟 Spotlight on Local Historian Fred Kelm🌟
Join us at the Buffalo Historical Society’s upcoming meeting as we welcome local historian Fred Kelm! Since 1978, Fred has been a passionate member of our theater community, preserving vintage movie ads and sharing fascinating stories and photos from Buffalo’s past. 📚🎭
🗓 Tuesday, February 17th, 6:30 PM\ 📍 Buffalo Community Center, 206 Central Ave
Fred will share highlights from his “Wide Street Buffalo” page and discuss the rich legacy of local theaters. Don’t miss this chance to connect with our history.
All are welcome—bring a friend!

02/10/2026

Sharing for the Hanover Historical Society of Minnesota

🌸 Discover the history and cultural significance of Ojibwe women in Minnesota! 🌸
Join us at the Hanover Area History Center for a special presentation by Rita Walaszek Arndt, curator of Native American Collections at the Minnesota Historical Society. Learn about the meaning behind ribbon skirts, the story of the jingle dress, and the vital roles Ojibwe women play in their communities—both past and present. We’ll also celebrate notable figures like Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan.
🗓️ Date: Saturday, February 28\ ⏰ Doors open: 8:45 a.m. | Presentation: 9:30 a.m.\ 📍 1010 River Road NE, Hanover\ ☕ Coffee, juice, and pastries provided (goodwill offering suggested)\ 🎟️ Free and open to the public!
Stay after for Q\&A and a tour of our exhibits. Don’t miss this chance to connect with history and community!
For more info, contact [email protected]

02/03/2026

Spotlight on Local Historian: Fred Kelm Shares Buffalo’s Theater Legacy
The Buffalo Historical Society is excited to announce that at our upcoming meeting on Tuesday, February 17th, at 6:30 at the Buffalo Community Center , 206 Central Ave, we will welcome local historian Fred Kelm as our featured guest.
Fred Kelm, a Buffalo resident since 1978, has been a dedicated member of the theater community since 1982. In 2016, Fred began a unique project at the Buffalo Library, using their microfiche archives of the Wright County Journal Press to create a scrapbook of vintage movie theater advertisements from the area. This passion for preserving local history soon expanded to sharing old photos and articles on the “Wide Street Buffalo” page, where his posts have gained a loyal following.
Driven by a lifelong interest in the history of Buffalo and Wright County, Fred continues to share fascinating glimpses into our community’s past. At the February meeting, he will discuss the rich history of local theaters and highlight some of the stories and images he regularly posts online.
All are welcome. Bring a friend!

01/26/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who braved the cold this past Sunday to join us at our Hotdish fundraiser! Your support means so much as we raise funds for our upcoming website. I truly believe we had the best selection of hotdishes ever assembled and don't forget the bars and coffee —what a delicious way to celebrate a Minnesota tradition! Special thanks to all who cooked, volunteered, and made this event such a success. We couldn’t have done it without you! We were all so busy having fun that we didn’t get to take many pictures, but the memories are priceless.

01/16/2026

No Buffalo Historical Society Meeting on January 20th

Please note that there will be no regular meeting of the Buffalo Historical Society on Tuesday, January 20th. Instead, we invite you to join us at our Hotdish Fundraiser on Sunday, January 25th, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Buffalo Community Center (206 Central Ave).

This event is NOT at the Wright County Historical Society!

At the fundraiser, you’ll be able to sample more than 15 different hotdishes, each served with salad, a roll, and classic Minnesota bars and coffee. Admission is by free-will donation, and all proceeds will help support the Buffalo Historical Society’s new website and ongoing preservation efforts for local history.
If you can’t attend but would like to support the cause, donations can be sent to: Buffalo Historical Society\ 917 Circle Drive\ Buffalo, MN 55313
We hope to see you there!
Thank you!

12/21/2025

"A nostalgic look back at Christmas in the 1960s: Jean and Joan Nystuen are pictured here sitting on Santa’s lap. Can anyone identify who was playing Santa in this photo? “
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from all of us at the Buffalo Historical Society! As we celebrate this special season, we are grateful for the community’s support in preserving our shared history. Wishing you peace, joy, and wonderful memories as we look forward to another year of storytelling and heritage together. Cheers to 2026!

12/01/2025

The Buffalo Historical Society hopes you had a fabulous Thanksgiving with lots of great leftovers to enjoy.
To launch this Christmas season The Buffalo Historical Society is inviting you to visit the 19th Annual Wright County Historical Societies Festival of Trees (December 2nd – January 3rd.) This year’s theme is the “Ugly Sweater.” So of course, being into history, when you visit our tree, you learn the curious history behind the Ugly Sweater phenomenon along with the history of the iconic knits you have sported over the years.
Don’t forget to vote for your favorite tree!
There is no formal meeting in December. See you in January for our 2nd Annual Hot Dish Fundraiser, Sunday January 25th, from 11:00AM-2:00PM.
Please consider helping at this important event.

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We Typically Meet At The Buffalo Community Center The 3rd Tuesday Of Each Month
Buffalo, MN
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