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Old Central School

10 NW. 5th St., Grand Rapids, MN
218-327-7964
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4.5 of 5 stars 4 Reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 11, 2012

The architecture of the 1895 school was rich and beautiful. Additional Judy Garland exhibit was a bonus to the other main street museum. Went home and researched the history of the site. Shopped in the quilt store and natural art store. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 3, 2011

Excellent collection of Judy items! If you love Judy Garland, you must stop here as well! More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed August 10, 2011
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Nice attraction if you happen to be passing through. I wish I went to a school this beautiful! Now it has been turned into a home for art boutiques (quilt shop, stained glass, and wood/pottery). The turned bowls were really gorgeous. No fee but you'll probably end up purchasing something... :) More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed August 10, 2011

This is an old and historical high school. The building itself is pretty interesting with lots of architectural details. However, unless you are into buying arts and crafts there is not much there. They do have a small museum on the top floor, but it's pretty small. The second story has a quilt shop and a wood shop and a... More

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