King Oscar's Settlement
Also known as East Union
Many listed buildings are private homes. Please enjoy them from the street.
About the district
King Oscar's Settlement, at Co. Hwy. 40, was added to the National Register of Historic Places on Jan 4, 1980. The Register lists it for its education, exploration/settlement and religion, at the local level. The district takes in 4 historic buildings. It was listed as part of Carver County MRA. The listing covers 17.2 acres.
PDFRead the original nominationThe form that put it on the Register, with its history, photos and a map · 25 MB · National Archives↗Finding King Oscar's Settlement
Co. Hwy. 40, Dahlgren Township
No other Register listing is within a short walk.
Memories of King Oscar's Settlement
The record says what it is. Neighbors know what it means.
Your answer becomes a post in Town Square.
Questions about King Oscar's Settlement
Is King Oscar's Settlement on the National Register of Historic Places?
Yes. It was added on Jan 4, 1980 (Register number 80001974).
Is King Oscar's Settlement a National Historic Landmark?
No. It is on the National Register; Minnesota has 25 National Historic Landmarks. The nearest is Peavey-Haglin Experimental Concrete Grain Elevator, 21.9 miles away.
Can you visit King Oscar's Settlement?
Our record doesn’t say whether it is open to visitors. Many listed buildings are private, so it may only be seen from the street.
Where can I read the history of King Oscar's Settlement?
In its National Register nomination, the form that put it on the Register: a 25 MB PDF at the National Archives, linked on this page.
Sources: National Park Service, National Register of Historic Places (05/22/2026) · National Archives catalog record 93200174. Map tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.