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Museum in Battle Lake, Minnesota

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Author: rootie222

Andy the Turtle

Any home as old as the Prospect House will have unexplained stories in it. Recently Jay Johnson discovered an answer for one question. I don’t remember where I found Andy – in a box of stuff, I suppose. It looked like a toy turtle with a painted flower and the name ‘Andy’ painted on its … Continue reading Andy the Turtle

Posted on 11 Aug 201912 Aug 2022 by rootie222Leave a comment

Prospect House Archaeology

The Dig at San Juan by Jay Johnson James Allison Colehour (he was affectionately called “Cap” or “Captain”) built and operated the Prospect Inn – the first resort in the area of Battle Lake, MN – from 1886 to 1924. In 1902 he built the house next door to be his home – so he … Continue reading Prospect House Archaeology

Posted on 11 Aug 2019 by rootie222Leave a comment

Hours & Info

Prospect House Museum
403 Lake Ave N
Battle Lake, MN 56515
(218) 864-4008
contact@prospecthousemuseum.org
Summer Hours (Memorial Day through Labor Day):
Monday through Saturday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Recommended tour times are:
10:30 am, 12:30 pm, 2:00 pm, 3:30 pm

Fall & Winter Tour Times:
Open from Noon - 5:00 pm
Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays

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403 Lake Ave. N., Battle Lake, MN 56515
218.864.4008
contact@prospecthousemuseum.org

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