Episode 5: Our dream of a high school in Robbinsdale came true in 1935, when the federal government’s Public Works Administration (PWA) program added $135,000 to the $124,000 approved by taxpayers for construction. Ground was broken in March 1936, and the building was dedicated with impressive ceremonies on May 19, 1937.

Episode 5: Our dream of a high school in Robbinsdale came true in 1935, when the federal government’s Public Works Administration (PWA) program added $135,000 to the $124,000 approved by taxpayers for construction. Ground was broken in March 1936, and the building was dedicated with impressive ceremonies on May 19, 1937.

Here Comes the High School

Welcome to Robbinsdale Revisited, connecting you with local history all the way back to the 1850s. Here on our podcast, you’ll find the stories that tell the tale of our city. These episodes explore neighborhoods, schools, organizations, businesses, and a colorful cast of characters from the past.


It is the mission of <a href="https://robbinsdale.org/">Robbinsdale Historical Society</a> to collect, preserve, and tell the story of Robbinsdale, Minnesota. This podcast will shed light on the history of the streetcar suburb Andrew B. Robbins dreamed up so long ago.
This podcast was created by Pete Richie and Crystal Boyd. 
Theme music courtesy of Gabe Barnett and them Rounders.
Many Thanks to CCX Media and Adam Estrem for production help and support.

History

Welcome to Robbinsdale Revisited, connecting you with local history all the way back to the 1850s. Here on our podcast, you’ll find the stories that tell the tale of our city. These episodes explore neighborhoods, schools, organizations, businesses, and a colorful cast of characters from the past. It is the mission of Robbinsdale Historical Society to collect, preserve, and tell the story of Robbinsdale, Minnesota. This podcast will shed light on the history of the streetcar suburb Andrew B. Robbins dreamed up so long ago. This podcast was created by Pete Richie and Crystal Boyd. Theme music courtesy of Gabe Barnett and them Rounders. Many Thanks to CCX Media and Adam Estrem for production help and support.

Welcome to Robbinsdale Revisited, connecting you with local history all the way back to the 1850s. Here on our podcast, you’ll find the stories that tell the tale of our city. These episodes explore neighborhoods, schools, organizations, businesses, and a colorful cast of characters from the past.


It is the mission of <a href="https://robbinsdale.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Robbinsdale Historical Society</a> to collect, preserve, and tell the story of Robbinsdale, Minnesota. This podcast will shed light on the history of the streetcar suburb Andrew B. Robbins dreamed up so long ago.
This podcast was created by Pete Richie and Crystal Boyd.&nbsp;
Theme music courtesy of Gabe Barnett and them Rounders.
Many Thanks to CCX Media and Adam Estrem for production help and support.

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