Minnesota’s Lost Towns Central Edition

The long-awaited second book in the Minnesota’s Lost Towns series is now available. Travel along as we visit and learn about more than 125 central Minnesota locations. The book covers twenty-six of Minnesota’s central corridor counties, from east to west. Read how the towns were created, how they developed and lived, and why they died. Discover the people and places of Minnesota’s past. Filled with tales and photos, the book is a fun and educational read for anyone who loves history or a good story.

Review

“Lost Towns is sure to please lovers of Minnesota history. Crumbling buildings and tattered signs stand as stark reminders of once-thriving communities across our state. We’ve all seen them as we drive across Minnesota, but Rhonda Fochs took the time to stop and find out what happened. Lost Towns tells why these communities were built, their story and why they no longer exist. Readers of all ages will enjoy learning the truth about Minnesota’s lost towns.
—Candace Simar, author of Abercrombie Trail, Pomme de Terre, Birdie, and Blooming Prairie

“Rhonda Fochs, author of Minnesota Lost Towns: Northern Edition, has given us a precious, tangible link to local and regional history. Not only does Rhonda identify towns that faltered, she gives, in many instances, ‘drive-to’ locations, reason for the formation of the settlement, personal glimpses into the lives and memories of the pioneer residents and clues as to why the towns ultimately failed. This book is more than dates and places . . . it’s a fun and fascinating read and resource for residents, visitors, travelers, and for youth. A real treasure!
—Marcia Cartie Hron