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National Register of Historic Places

Thormodson Barn

Linden Township’s first place on the National RegisterListed Dec 31, 1979; only 361 of Minnesota’s 1,697 listings are older
Listed 1979Linden Township

Many listed buildings are private homes. Please enjoy them from the street.

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About Thormodson Barn

Thormodson Barn, at Off MN 257, was added to the National Register of Historic Places on Dec 31, 1979: the first place in Linden Township to be listed. Only 361 of Minnesota’s 1,697 listings are older. The Register lists it for its agriculture, at the local level. It was listed as part of Brown County MRA. The listing covers 2.5 acres.

PDFRead the original nominationThe form that put it on the Register, with its history, photos and a map · 3 MB · National Archives↗
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Off MN 257, Linden Township

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Questions about Thormodson Barn

Is Thormodson Barn on the National Register of Historic Places?

Yes. It was added on Dec 31, 1979 (Register number 79001199).

Is Thormodson Barn a National Historic Landmark?

No. It is on the National Register; Minnesota has 25 National Historic Landmarks.

Can you visit Thormodson Barn?

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 Thormodson Barn?

In its National Register nomination, the form that put it on the Register: a 3 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 93200142. Map tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.