Friends of Jessenland

05/30/2026

The Jessenland Historical and Cultural Center is open today as part of the Hummingbird Trail Grand Opening.

05/27/2026

We want to reach out to our community regarding our dear friend and family member, Tim Berger. Tim has recently received a difficult, life-changing diagnosis that will shorten his life. Rather than waiting, Tim wishes to host a "Celebration of Life" this weekend giving him the opportunity to visit, reminisce, and share a final time together.

​Gathering Information:
​Sunday, May 31st from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
​Bayside Manor Chapel, 640 3rd St, Ga***rd

​Tim’s roots run deep here. The son of lifelong Jessenland residents Roy and Catherine Berger, Tim grew up in the area, graduated from Henderson High, and has spent his life as a faithful follower and supporter of the Jessenland community—including being a familiar, smiling face at all the Jessenland and Friends of Jessenland bingos.

​Your presence would mean the world to Tim and his family. Please stop by this Sunday to share a memory and spend some time with him.

05/26/2026

The Jessenland Historical and Cultural Center is excited to be part of the Hummingbird Trail Grand Opening and serve as one of the stops on the scavenger hunt!

We will be open this Saturday, May 30, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Stop by to visit, explore the center, and join in the fun along the trail. We look forward to seeing you!

We are excited for the Grand Opening - Hummingbird Trail this Saturday. Here are the details for the event, along with a map of the 15 and up scavenger hunt!

Location:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/Huh2Vi7h1eN1topXA

05/18/2026

05/18/2026

The Jessenland Historical and Cultural Center will be open to the public during the Hummingbird Trail Grand Opening in Henderson, MN on Saturday, May 30, 2026. Join us for this wonderful event and explore the history and culture of our community along the beautiful Hummingbird Trail!

Learn more about the trail here: [www.hummingbirdtrail.org](http://www.hummingbirdtrail.org)

Get registered asap!!!!! Lets make this an amazing event!

05/05/2026

We are working on planning our return of the Jessenland Irish Festival on August 30th! If you are a vendor, or have something to offer for our silent auction, or would just like to offer your time and effort, please complete this Google form and let us know!

Thank you for your interest in participating in the Jessenland Irish Festival! Please complete this form and we will be in touch with more specifics.

04/17/2026

Our friend Kyle Shiely of KFAI Radio has put together a great audio documentary on the history of Jessenland! A lot of great information and stories are packed into a quick 20 minute listen. Please take a moment to take it in and share it with your friends and family!

… Continue reading "MinneCulture | Jessenland, Minnesota’s Oldest Rural Irish Community"

01/13/2026

We still have cookbooks and ornaments available! Click on the link to order! https://forms.gle/KZNmdmf8g2CdNVZz7

01/12/2026

Jessenland First Communion Class Mid 50's.

12/11/2025