Memoryville, Minnesota

on October 14, 2007 in Lessons

The Boy Scouts of Melrose Troop 68 recently took a tour of Dick Young’s Memoryville which is located west of Melrose. Mr. Young was the Scout’s guide as they went through several of the historical buildings on the site, including a railroad depot, a country school house, a one truck fire station, and the Spur gas station that once was found on Main Street in Melrose. The Scouts, leaders, and parents were amazed as they walked through the buildings, each a museum in itself. The train depot was full of train memorabilia from the last hundred years. The school house was complete with old desks, maps, and books from over fifty years ago. The visit served as a great field trip for the troop as they discovered a few new things about the history of central Minnesota during their Local History month.

Update 9/23/19: I was contacted today that Memoryville has now permanently closed. Dick Young, the owner, wishes to thank everyone who has visited over the years.

Another Update 5/17/21:  It looks like Memoryville will be open this summer once again. Reservations will need to be made for tours. Some virus restrictions will be in place.

A slideshow of the Scouts 2007 tour can be seen at

             https://youtu.be/UHuVvCCoiko           

17 Responses to “Memoryville, Minnesota”

  1. Nancy says:

    Do you know if Memoryville is still open. I stopped by there on July 24th and it looked like it was closed. I’ve driven by it for over 20 years wanting to stop in.

  2. Lynn Bauer says:

    Hi, Nancy,
    I’m sorry, D-Trading Post/Memoryville Muesum Village (Melrose/Sauk Centre, Mn.),was Not Opened, When you Stopped,(Actually it has been Closed for Quite some Time).
    And it is Now Permanently Closed.
    Owner, Dick Young would like to Thank Visitors over the Years.
    Thank You, Dick Young

  3. Pam Z says:

    I saw him on American Pickers last night!! I told my hubs, “i know him!”

  4. Saw you on Pickers.
    I am a huge history person.
    I am a retired nurse and still teach
    At the St.Cloud CC.
    I would so love to see your
    Historical town.
    Is that possible ?
    612 877 1114.

  5. Les Smith says:

    Watched the episode of Pickers and was going to road trip to Melrose, not anymore.

  6. stevejb68 says:

    Unfortunately, Memoryville is now closed.

  7. Victoria Day says:

    Would love to visit, I love history and was saddened to hear your closed. Fo you offer private tours?

  8. dick roe says:

    Is Memoryville going to reopen or is it going to be sold? Just watched on Pickars and it is a Must See.

  9. stevejb68 says:

    I have not heard anything yet if they plan to reopen.

  10. Hi, Steve,
    Nancy, Pam, Cynthia, Les, Victoria & Dick Roe,
    “Back by Popular Demand” .. And I Also, Really Missed Sharing The History And “The Beauty Of Bringing The Past To Life!”
    So.. Come Take a Walk with Me Back into, “The Good Ol’ Days”, While We Continue To Keep History Alive!!
    *You Can Call Dick, to Schedule Your Group or Private Tours: (320) 256 – 3353,
    Open: April 1st. – Nov. 1st.
    Hours: Mon. – Sat. 9:00 – 4:30 p.m. & Sunday 12:00 – 4:00 p.m.
    *Please Keep in Mind, “Masks & Social Distancing”, Are Required, To Visit Memoryville.
    Thank You & I Look Forward To Meeting You All,
    Dick Young / Young Grasshopper

  11. Lynn B. says:

    Hi, Steve & Scout Troop 68,
    It’s Lynn B.(One Of Dick Young’s Daughters),
    I’m Happy to inform everyone, that “Memoryville Museum Village”
    (3 Mile West of Melrose), is Open again.
    Owner Dick Young, said he had so much Fun, giving the
    Scouts the Village Tour, He would like to Welcome them back.
    So, call and Schedule a Group Tour.
    ** Please Keep in mind, wearing a Mask & Social Distancing
    Is Required at Memoryville.

  12. Lynn Bauer says:

    Hi, Steve & Melrose Troop 68,
    I’m one of the Daughters Of “Memoryville” Museum Village’s”, Owner, Dick Young. I am Pleased to announce, “Memoryville” is Back by Popular Demand, and Once Again Open. I Hope you saw us On History Channel’s, American Pickers (The Show Entitled, Young Grasshopper). The Museum Village is open for Tours and Dick would love to Share his “Walk down Memory Lane” with you.
    A Big Welcome, Steve to you and your Scout Troop. Dad Really had fun Showing The Troop around and Teaching them History from the Past. He would love to Schedule a Tour with the boys anytime. Hope to see you All Soon, Please remember, we Practice Covid distancing and Masks are Required.

  13. Neida says:

    Hi, I’m looking for the address to this place. Does anyone know what it is?

  14. April says:

    How do we set up a tour? Or are there established hours?

  15. Bridget and Pat Flier says:

    We will be going up to Bridget’s mother’s home in Wadena the end of July we would love to stop on Sunday on our way back to the cities and walk through memoryville could you give us the address please

  16. Beth says:

    My husband and I moved to the area and would love to tour the place!! Looks amazing, full of history!!

  17. gene williams says:

    i know boxcar willi son boxcar willie junior he would love have his dads sign they have here

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