Sam Brown Memorial State Wayside, Historical state park in Browns Valley, Minnesota, United States.
The Sam Brown Memorial State Wayside spans one acre of land featuring a preserved log building from Fort Wadsworth and outdoor recreational spaces.
Established in 1929, this park honors Samuel Brown who rode 55 miles in 1866 through a spring blizzard to warn settlers about potential conflicts.
The Fort Wadsworth Agency and Scout Headquarters Building represents military history and early settlement patterns in Minnesota during the 1860s.
Visitors can access basic facilities including a vault toilet and picnic areas, with a historical cabin open for viewing during summer weekends.
The site contains the only remaining log structure from Fort Wadsworth, constructed in 1864 using post-and-plank building techniques.
GPS coordinates: 45.59583,-96.84083
Latest update: March 18, 2025 15:42
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