Collecting pieces of Minnesota's past for the future
About
The Minnesota Historical Society preserves and makes available a wide range of materials chronicling Minnesota's history and culture. The goals of the Collections Department are to collect and preserve; provide access and interpretation; and engage in education and outreach. This blog is a tool to share these stories and let people know what is happening in the department.
Bud Grant, Minnesota Vikings Coach
We mourn the passing of Minnesota sports legend Bud Grant. In addition to coaching the Vikings, he played for the Minneapolis Lakers and even played minor league baseball.
Images from the MNHS collections:
Grant when coaching the Vikings, 1975 GV3.13P p5 (Locator Number)
Grant with the Minneapolis Lakers, 1950 GV3.12P p20 (Locator Number)
Stillwater baseball team, 1954 (Grant 4th from right in rear) Runk 1485 (Locator Number)