Meet Our Team

Preserving Minnesota's Past, One Story at a Time

The Team Behind Minnesota Then

Matt Reicher

Matt Reicher

Founder & Historical Researcher

Growing up on the east side of St. Paul, Matt always felt a deep connection to Minnesota's history. His passion for local stories drives Minnesota Then's mission to preserve and share the rich heritage of our state.

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Our Values

Accessibility

We believe history should be accessible to everyone, regardless of location or background.

Community

We're building a community of history enthusiasts who share stories and preserve local heritage.

Accuracy

We're committed to thorough research and presenting history with context and nuance.

Innovation

We use technology to create new ways of experiencing and interacting with local history.

Contribute to Minnesota Then

Have a Minnesota history story to share? We welcome guest contributors who are passionate about local history and want to help preserve our state's rich heritage.

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Contribution Guidelines

What We're Looking For

Minnesota Then welcomes contributions that focus on local Minnesota history, with an emphasis on:

  • Untold or lesser-known stories about Minnesota communities
  • Historical events, places, or people with local significance
  • Personal connections to Minnesota's past
  • Cultural heritage and traditions of Minnesota's diverse communities
  • Historical context for current Minnesota landmarks or neighborhoods

Article Requirements

  • Length: 700 - 800 words
  • Well-researched with proper citations and sources
  • Original content not published elsewhere
  • Engaging, accessible writing style for general audiences
  • Include at least 2-3 relevant historical images (with proper permissions)

Submission Process

  1. Contact us with your article idea or pitch
  2. If approved, submit your draft article for review
  3. Our team will provide feedback and editing suggestions
  4. Once finalized, your article will be published on our blog with your byline
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