Women's Organization of the Minnesota Historical Society
The Women's Organization of the Minnesota Historical Society (WOMHS) has been assisting the Society for 60 years through monetary gifts and volunteer time. The organization was created in 1949 through the efforts of its first president, Mrs. Frederick K. Weyerhaeuser, along with other women who wished to contribute to the Society. WOMHS was authorized by the Executive Council two years later to operate as a separate entity to promote the welfare of the Society.
In 1999, a WOMHS Endowment Fund was created to help fund special projects and sites throughout the state. Since then, this fund has provided vital support to the Society for the historic sites network. WOMHS members assist the Society's development staff, serve as docents for tours of the Governor's Residence, and help out in a variety of other projects. The organization meets eight times yearly, September through May, with programs including tours and events designed to stimulate interest in Minnesota history.
New members are welcome. For more information, contact WOMHS president, Doris Ocel, at 651-636-7853.
WOMHS Events: 2009-2010
September 9, 2009
Board of Directors Meeting
Event: Eastcliff House & Garden Tour (Limit 42)
Presenter: Catered at Eastcliff
Location: Eastcliff on the Mississippi, St. Paul
October 14, 2009
Event: The Brave Journey of an Orphan Train Rider
Speaker: Author & Quilter Ann Zemke
Location: Joseph's Grill, St. Paul
November 11, 2009
Event: Behind the Scenes Tour - Indian Focus (Limit 35)
Luncheon: Catered Box Lunch in Irvine Room
Location: Minnesota History Center, St. Paul
December 14, 2009
PLEASE NOTE - TUESDAY MEETING DATE
Board of Directors Meeting
Event: New Orleans Jazz
Luncheon: Catered Lunch at Hill House
Location: James J. Hill House, St. Paul
February 10, 2010
Event: Minnesota & Great Lakes Songs & Stories
Presenter: Singer/Song Writer Charlie McGuire
Location: Courtyard by Marriott, Roseville
March 10, 2010
Board of Directors Meeting
Event: The Food Industry, Its Past, Present & Future
Presenter: Mike Schwartz, Manager at Eagan Byerly's
Location: Town & Country Club, St. Paul
April 14, 2010
Event: Benjamin Franklin in Search of a Better World
Luncheon: Catered at MHS Irvine Room
Location: Minnesota History Center, St. Paul
May 12, 2010
WOMHS Annual & Board Meetings
Event: The Satin Dolls Tap Dancing Program
Luncheon: Catered at Community Center
Location: Eagan Community Center, Eagan
