Join the Community
The Hill Farm Historical Society's mission is to share the rich and unique history of James J. Hill's North Oaks Farm through preservation of the Hill Farm National Historic Site, and, to tell the story of the role the farm played in the development of agriculture and Hill's Great Northern Railroad from Minnesota to the Pacific Northwest.
Photo Credit: Julie Oliver Photography
Photo Credit: Julie Oliver Photography
Membership Opportunities
The Hill Farm Historical Society offers two types of memberships:
Annual - A membership drive is conducted in May to solicit renewed and new memberships. A $40 annual individual and family membership includes free admission to HFHS on-site events, two tickets for ice cream treats at the Ice Cream Social, five tickets for Farm Fest activities, and a reduced charge for the Spring Dinner. Member names, events, and news are included in the Hill Farm News, a newsletter published by HFHS and mailed to all North Oaks residents.
Lifetime - A lifetime membership is $1,000 contributed at one time. Membership income supports annual operating expenses. HFHS relies on contributions above and beyond the annual dues to restore and maintain the buildings located on the historic Hill Farm site. HFHS is presently developing and installing interpretive and interactive exhibits to show how the buildings and farm were used during James J. Hill's ownership from 1883 to 1916, and subsequently his son Louis Sr. and grandson Louis Jr. until the North Oaks Farm transitioned to become the City of North Oaks in the 1950's.
You may call Tami with any additional questions at 651.402.5125 or email at tamigmcneil@gmail.com
Make a donation.
Names of those who contribute $250 or more are acknowledged on a recognition panel near the entrance to the Hill Farm historic site. Contributions are cumulative; thus a name moves up to a higher recognition category as a contributor continues to financially support HFHS.
Categories are:
White Oaks Circle $250 to $499
Anvil & Forge Circle $400 to $999
Creamery Circle $1,000 to $2,499
Carriage Circle $2,500 to $4,999
Red Barn Circle $5,000 to $9,999
Heritage Circle $10,000 to $24,999
Founders Circle $25,000 to $49,000
HFHS is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. All contributions to HFHS are tax deductible as allowed by law.
Photo Credit: Julie Oliver Photography
Become A Volunteer Or Sponsor
We are always in need of volunteers for our annual event, Farm Fest Sunday, September 10th, 2023. We need help with games, serving food, greeters, and donations for our silent auction. Become a sponsor for Farm Fest to support a great cause and help market your business to the community. Please click link below and we will be in contact.