Hill Farm Historical Society's Mission Statement
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.
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.
Three Bold Ventures
The reprinted 250 page book with over 200 photos and maps is hard bound with a soft cover with the same design as the original jacket. Orders are being taken for author signed books with delivery scheduled in May. Reserve a copy by sending a check for $59 (HFHS members) or $79 (non HFHS-members) made out to the Hill Farm Historical Society,
100 Village Center Drive, Suite 240, North Oaks, MN 55127
100 Village Center Drive, Suite 240, North Oaks, MN 55127
In 1883, railroad industrialist James J. Hill purchases 3,300 acres encompassing what is today the community of North Oaks. Hill used his North Oaks Farm to produce advances in cattle raising and other agricultural practices to complement his burgeoning Great Northern Railroad.
Today, the Hill Farm Historical Society preserves Hill's legacy of innovation on over five acres that includes the dairy, blacksmith shop, and the signature "red barn," which served as the granary. These buildings are on the Register of Historic Places. Guided tours are available by appointment. Self-guided tour brochures can be printed by clicking below on "North Oaks Farm Self Guided Tour.pdf. Printed brochures may at times be available on the door of the dairy building.
The Hill Farm Historical Society is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization operated by a volunteer working Board of Directors. We rely on volunteers to carry out our programs throughout the year. We welcome your involvement, contributions, and suggestions!
Today, the Hill Farm Historical Society preserves Hill's legacy of innovation on over five acres that includes the dairy, blacksmith shop, and the signature "red barn," which served as the granary. These buildings are on the Register of Historic Places. Guided tours are available by appointment. Self-guided tour brochures can be printed by clicking below on "North Oaks Farm Self Guided Tour.pdf. Printed brochures may at times be available on the door of the dairy building.
The Hill Farm Historical Society is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization operated by a volunteer working Board of Directors. We rely on volunteers to carry out our programs throughout the year. We welcome your involvement, contributions, and suggestions!
If you would like to read more about the history of James J. Hill's North Oaks Farm please click here
| North Oaks Farm Self Guided Tour.pdf |
Article from Press Publications, written by Paul Dickson, updated January 28th, 2021- please click here
The historic North Oaks farmstead of James J. Hill.
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Your Historical Society at Work
Vintage Farm Equipment Being Restored
Hill Farm Historical Society board member Paul Dickson is overseeing restoration of equipment used on North Oaks Farm. Paul is drawing on his farming roots to restore the equipment to operating condition. Paul Dickson (left) and Paul Storch (right), a restoration expert, are readying a feed mill for restoration.