ELS Historical Society

Preserving the Heritage of the Evangelical Lutheran Synod

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About the Society

Evangelical Lutheran Synod Historical Society, 16 Browns Ct., Mankato, MN 56001

Mission

Founded by the Evangelical Lutheran Synod in June 1996, the ELS Historical Society promotes interest in the historical and doctrinal heritage of Lutheranism, particularly of the Evangelical Lutheran Synod and its institutions; stimulates historical research; publishes historical studies; assists congregations in the preservation of local congregational history; preserves items of museum quality; and, provides assistance to the ELS Department of Archives and History.

 

Projects and Activities

The Society sponsors a variety of projects and activities:

If you have additional ideas to suggest, we welcome your feedback.

 

Historical Timeline of the Synod

A printable timeline highlighting major events in Synod history is available as a free PDF download.

 

Board of Directors

Board Members

Mark Harstad, President
Paul Madson, Vice President
Betsy Hermanson, Secretary
Peter Anthony, Treasurer
Camilla Dashcund
Craig Ferkenstad
Ryan MacPherson
John Moldstad, Jr.

 

Oak Leaves Editors

Herman Harstad
Cheryl Harstad

(More information about Oak Leaves...)

 

Advisors

Paul Madson, Archivist
George Orvick, Curator, Ottesen Museum

(More information about the Ottesen Museum...)