Remembering Rollie

We are saddened to note that longtime Robbinsdale historian Rolland “Rollie” Heywood died on August 20, 2023, at age 92. He is remembered as an invaluable font of knowledge for anyone who wanted to know … Read more

Robbinsdale’s First High School

In December of 1935, a W. P.A. grant from the Federal Government in the amount of $175,000, made it possible to erect Robbinsdale’s first senior High School. The total cost of the school was $300,000. … Read more

Homecoming Queen 1950

Queen Marion to Reign over Robbinsdale’s 1950 Homecoming Pep meeting, Parade  Highlight Afternoon; Football game and Dance Top off night Activities “Oh” was the only sound they came from pretty Marian Brunsell when she was … Read more

The High School is Here!

Robbinsdale High School was completed in time for 1600 students to walk through the front doors on September 14th, 1936. The building was dedicated with impressive ceremonies on May 19th, 1937. The first principal, Milo … Read more

Breaking Ground

1969 In February, 1969, almost 200 students were kicked out of Robbinsdale High School for wearing blue jeans. This violation of the dress code earned the students a three day suspension. Students complained that since … Read more

Here Comes the High School

1936 It had long been the dream of many citizens to have a high school in the village, but conditions had never seemed right until 1935 when the Federal Government, under its PWA program, added … Read more

Robbinsdale High School

The old Robbinsdale High School on Regent was built with $124,000 from local tax payers and $135,000 provided by the federal government’s Public Works Administration. The building is remembered as one of the best investments … Read more

About Us

Our History Founded way back in 1907, the Robbinsdale Library Club was made up of leading citizens who worked toward gaining a library building for Robbinsdale. Club members also recognized the value of preserving Robbinsdale’s … Read more

Resources

Robbinsdale Historical Society provides members and visitors with a wide variety of local history resources. Find out more about your neighborhood, school, or family history. Whether you are just browsing or you are interested in … Read more