The Dakota County Historical Society is set to shed light on this pressing issue. Slated for April 18 at 6 p.m., the "Vanishing Landmarks" presentation by photographer Doug Ohman will take place at the Sibley Historic Site, according to an announcement on the Dakota County Historical Society's website. Ohman, who spent over three decades documenting the state's shrinking architectural heritage, will guide attendees through a photographic journey highlighting Minnesota's at-risk historical buildings.
Participants can book their spot by calling the Sibley Site at 651-452-1596 or by making an online reservation through the Historical Society's website, with the price of admission set at $20 for the general public or $15 for Dakota County Historical Society and Minnesota Historical Society members.
Ohman's lens has not only captured the images of these endangered sites but has also garnered recognition on screens both large and small, having hosted eight PBS television programs including the Emmy-nominated "Landmarks – Keeping History Alive."
Interested parties will find the venue nestled at 1357 Sibley Memorial Highway in Mendota, a reminder that there are indeed tangible touchpoints to our heritage that endure—at least for now; this presentation serves as a vibrant testament to the structures that have stood as silent observers to the ever-changing landscape of Minnesota life, it's an opportunity to grasp the narrative threads of our built environment before they unravel beyond recognition.
