History:

From 1819, when construction began on Fort Snelling just to our south, to the present, Saint Paul is a city rich in culture and history. This page attempts to list several sources to find information on the history of Minnesota's capital city.

150 Years as Minnesota's Capital:

Information on the incorporation and naming of Saint Paul on the Mississippi

The Flood of 1997:

Cresting at over 22 feet, this spring flood of 1997 took its toll on many local businesses and residents.

Minnesota Historical Society :

Site of the Minnesota Historical Society. A wide range of information is available at this web site from History Day to a catalog of photographic images.

Ramsey County Historical Society :

Official site of the Ramsey County Historical Society. This site will give you information about the Historical Society itself. This site allows you to do everything from order books about the Saint Paul area to viewing pictures of the beautiful upper Mississippi.

Saint Paul CityGuide - History :

Information on Saint Paul's history. This site gives information on historic people of Saint Paul, such as Zachary Taylor and Dred Scott. You can also check out some of Saint Paul's most famous landmarks, as well as Saint Paul's many historic events.

Pig's Eye's Notepad :

A historical Encyclopedia of Saint Paul from 1830-1850. This site is organized alphabetically to include anything and everything that occurred between the years 1830-1850. Included is information about people, places, and events.

Landmark Center :

Landmark Center was built in 1902 and originally served as the Federal Court House and Post Office for the Upper Midwest. This site provides information about Landmark Center, its hours, and directions to the Center.

History of the Saint Paul Police Department :

An early history of the Saint Paul Police Department.

The Saint Paul Hotel :

A history of the Saint Paul Hotel.