The Beloved Breakfast Room
by Lucie Amundsen
This week at Glensheen, it’s all about the Breakfast Room. This beloved space was most likely the creation of renowned interior designer John Bradstreet…READ MORE
Fall at Glensheen — Picture Perfect
by Lucie Amundsen
Of course, it’s well known that Duluth is a great summer destination — but have you seen the Northshore in autumn? Lake Superior and more specifically, the 12-acre Glensheen estate, captures so much that is great about the season…READ MORE
Tours
Read all about Glensheen’s new tours, newly opened spaces, and tour enhancements.
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Events
Glensheen is always thinking of new ways to improve the visitor experience. Learn about our free Wednesday Evening Series (there’s a new one each month!), the annual Gala, and more!
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History
Brimming with stories from the past, Glensheen has no shortage of fun tales surrounding the Congdons, their adventures, and Minnesota’s history.
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Collections & Preservation
A collection as special as Glensheen’s deserves the utmost care. Read how our staff facilitates restoration, cares for historic pieces, and discover new items as we do!
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Restoration
After more than 100 years, Glensheen has seen a fair amount of wear. Journey with the Glensheen team as we work to preserve and restore areas to keep the estate alive for years to come.
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The 'Sheener
Stay up to date with Glensheen’s latest and greatest by reading the monthly ‘Sheener. Learn about new tours, upcoming events, contests and more!
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Gardens
Glensheen sits on 12 historic acres. The original gardens and landscape used trees from around Minnesota and the United States. Learn more about how Glesheen’s garden staff revitalizes and cares for such historic plans.
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Archive
Want to read ALL of Glensheen’s past blogs? Click here.
Glensheen’s blog is housed on Medium, and a variety of engaged contributors provide content in a variety of categories.
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Vlogs
Sometimes, you just want to be part of the action. Follow Glensheen’s vlogs (video blogs) as we bring you on tours, explore the gardens, fly over the estate, and explore new spaces. Often live, you’ll witness the successes and comical struggles of Glensheen’s team as we traverse the 12-acre, lakeside estate. Click here to start your viewing journey.
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Meet your bloggers
From student workers to volunteers and even our very own director, follow your favorite Glensheen bloggers through the seasons, events, and changes happening at Glensheen.
Dan Hartman
Glensheen Director
Love the outdoors, good museums, good movies and oh yeah…good public policy.
Jane Pederson
Marketing Manager
My name is Jane, I’ve been marketing the mansion for a handful of years now. I like to say that ‘old mansions and giant lakes are my jam’ because it’s hard to beat a 39-room mansion on the shore of Lake Superior. Marketing at Glensheen means that I help drive the out-of-the-box and overly energetic ideas to create experiences that people look forward to – this drive is also called the ‘crazy train’ as we affectionately call it. You can often find Dan and I testing out these ideas on our videos. What helps drive my viewpoint at Glensheen is that if staff can’t have fun experiencing Glensheen then how do we expect our guests to have a good time? As the author fo the ‘Sheener, I share updates on the latest crazy train happenings.
Blogger Lucie Amundsen
Staff Writer
Lucie Amundsen is Glensheen’s staff writer when she is wrangling chickens.
Blogger Emily Ford
Head Gardener
Gardener. Student. Adventure Seeker. Always chasing the thrill of the knowledge and mystery behind the historic Congdon gardens.
Jaron Reif
Student Marketing Assistant
My name is Jaron, and I’m the student marketing assistant at Glensheen! From brochures and poster delivery to blogs and bees, my job takes me all over the Sheen but the apiary is where my heart is. Nerd out with me about the bees in What’s Buzzin’ in the Bee Space.