Friends of Linden Hill Inc

The Friends of Linden Hill

Did you know that the Friends of Linden Hill, Inc. have been stewarding the Linden Hill Historic Estate for over 17 years?  After the passing of Laura Jane Musser in 1989, the Musser Fund Trust gifted Linden Hill to the City of Little Falls with an endowment to help with its upkeep. The city completed a number of repairs on the houses and had staff clean and organize the homes to be used as a retreat and conference center. In early 2005, the city felt it was unable to devote the necessary funds and time to use the property to its potential.

In 2007, the estate was in jeopardy of being sold and possibly demolished for real estate development.  In light of that reality, a dedicated group of concerned citizens formed a nonprofit and asked the Little Falls City Council to give the Friends of Linden Hill a chance to maintain and manage the property for 5 years.

Fast-forward 17 YEARS, and the organization has grown tremendously thanks to the dedication of a volunteer board of directors, hard-working staff members, dozens of steadfast volunteers, amazing community support, and a growing list of supporting members.  Did we mention the organization also survived a global pandemic during that time?

Staying active as a proud, grassroots organization, the Friends of Linden Hill continue to seek funding for the growing list of restoration and maintenance projects needed across the estate.  

Here are some ways that YOU can help support the work of the Friends of Linden Hill and keep the Linden Hill Historic Estate a welcoming and inclusive place for community members and visitors alike:

-Make a donation through GiveMN.org between now and Nov. 21 to help Friends of Linden Hill win a GOLDEN TICKET BONUS of up to $10,000!

-Buy a 50/50 CASH RAFFLE Ticket - drawing held at Noon on Friday, Dec. 13. 1,000 tickets printed - win up to $10,000!  Raffle Permit # X-93263-24-006

-Attend CHRISTMAS AT THE MANSIONS happening from Nov. 29-Dec. 8 https://events.humanitix.com/christmas-at-the-mansions-2024

-Join as a supporting MEMBER of Friends of Linden Hill.  Already a member? Give the GIFT of Membership this giving season!

-Mail a check!  Checks can be made out to Friends of Linden Hill, Inc. and mailed to: Linden Hill; 608 Highland Avenue, Little Falls, MN 56345

Thanks to those who have been along for the journey these past 17+ years, and in the years leading up to the formation of the Friends of Linden Hill.  The mission to preserve and share the history and spirit of the Musser/Weyerhaeuser legacy is brought to life by the organization providing our community and visitors with arts and cultural opportunities, educational programming, community engagement, fellowship and camaraderie, and SO. MUCH. MORE.  What a PRIVELEGE it is to care for this special place.  We welcome all to join and ensure that Linden Hill remains a place for all to enjoy for years and years to come

Thank you for your continued support of the Friends of Linden Hill!