Matt Reicher

Founder and historical researcher passionate about Minnesota's stories. BA in History from Metropolitan State University, MA in Museum Studies from University of Oklahoma. Specializes in uncovering overlooked narratives that shaped our communities.

Minnesota Then Articles

The Lost Breweries of St. Paul

Exploring the historic breweries that once made St. Paul a regional beer capital before Prohibition changed everything.

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Railroad Barons of Minneapolis

The powerful railroad magnates who shaped Minneapolis into a transportation hub and left lasting marks on the city.

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Duluth's Forgotten Waterfront

Rediscovering the bustling industrial waterfront that drove Duluth's economy in the early 20th century.

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Rochester Before the Mayo Clinic

What Rochester was like before becoming world-famous for medicine - a farming community with big dreams.

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External Publications

Swede Hollow

MNopedia

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Interstate 94

Streets.MN

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O'Connor Layover

MinnPost

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Susannah Tepass

Lens Flare Stillwater

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