Kathy Jensen, who helped conceive the idea of a historical museum in Clarks Grove, was given the honor of cutting the ribbon during the museum’s open house on Saturday. She is surrounded by other members of the Clarks Grove Heritage Society that helped the museum come to fruition. The museum will be open from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Saturdays and by appointment by calling Jensen at 507-256-8011 or 507-391-4334; Everett Jensen at 507-256-4120 or 507-383-1158; or Clarks Grove Historical Society President Marvel Beiser at 507-373-7442 or 507-320-0835. – Kelly Wassenberg/Albert Lea Tribune

Cory Bauers of rural Clarks Grove looks at a map displayed at the Clarks Grove Historical Museum with his son, Nathan, that shows the various schools which have existed in the area. – Kelly Wassenberg/Albert Lea Tribune