The Gale Family Library is a public library specializing in Minnesota history, housing extensive collections of books, newspapers, photographs, and state archives.  It features over 500,000 published materials, including county histories, city directories, maps, and the largest collection of Minnesota newspapers (1849-present) on microfilm.

Enjoy exclusive access! The library space will be dedicated to SCAG and MCGS members only during our research event.  Spend 4 hours (12:00 – 4:00 p.m.) researching to your heart's content.

Carpooling from St. Cloud and from Little Falls will be available.  Research is from 12:00 - 4:00, but remember to allow for travel time to and from St. Paul when planning your day.

Learn how to make the most of your visit!  In preparation for your Exclusive Research Day, attend our May membership meeting where the Gale Family Library staff will present an overview of the collections, advise on pre-research techniques, and explain how to pre-order records so they are waiting for you upon your arrival.

Sign up for the event by filling out the form below.