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Explore Duluth’s Historic Resources
Dive deeper into the stories, architecture, and preservation efforts that have shaped Duluth over the last century. This collection of reports, surveys, and reference materials highlights historic neighborhoods, landmark properties, archaeological studies, and citywide preservation initiatives. Most of these resources are available through the City of Duluth Planning and Development Historic Preservation program and offer valuable insight into the people, places, and craftsmanship that define Duluth’s historic character today.
Many of these reports can be found at the City of Duluth Planning and Development Historic Preservation (link below).
East End
Intensive Survey of Duluth’s East End Neighborhood
An extensive multi-phase historic resource survey documenting the architecture, cultural significance, and preservation of Duluth’s East End neighborhood. Conducted beginning in 2006, the survey cataloged more than 200 historic homes and buildings—primarily constructed before 1930—to support preservation planning, public reference, and the work of the Duluth Heritage Preservation Commission. Covering areas from 21st Avenue East through Endion and London Road, the reports highlight the neighborhood’s development as a prominent residential district for many of Duluth’s early affluent families and examine the architectural integrity and historical importance of its late 19th- and early 20th-century homes.
- Historic Resources Inventory for the East End Residential Area-Phase V, Duluth, Saint Louis, Minnesota
- Historic Resources Inventory for the East End Residential Area-Phase IV, Duluth, Saint Louis, Minnesota
- Historic Resources Inventory for the East End Residential Area-Phase III, Duluth, Saint Louis County, Minnesota
Downtown
- Duluth Commercial Historic District Design Guidelines
- Historic Resources of Downtown Duluth, Minnesota, 1872-1933
- Historic Resources Inventory for the East End Residential Area-Phase IV, Duluth, Saint Louis, Minnesota
Lincoln Park
- Historic Resources Inventory for the Lincoln Park Neighborhood
- Archaeological Phase I Survey for the Historical Park (Formerly JJ Astor Park or Heritage Park), City of Duluth, St. Louis County, Minnesota
- Skyline Parkway Cultural Resources Inventory, Duluth, St. Louis County, Minnesota
City at Large
- Local Historic Landmarks
- Properties within Historic Districts
- Duluth Area Locations on the National Historic Register
- Duluth Historic Resources Survey Final Report
- Duluth Historic Resources Survey 1
- Duluth Historic Resources Survey 2
- SU 14 – Iron Mining and Appendices A–I
- The Zenith City of the Unsalted Sea: Duluth Historic Contexts Study
- University of Minnesota Duluth Historic Resources Survey records
Twin Cities Bungalow Club
The Twin Cities Bungalow Club is a go-to resource for bungalow owners and enthusiasts, with practical advice on restoration, preservation, maintenance, and authentic Arts & Crafts design. From built-ins and woodwork to windows, lighting, and period details, the club helps keep bungalow character alive.
Twin Cities Bungalow Club Fall Tour
Get inspired during the Twin Cities Bungalow Club Home Tour on September 12, 2026, when owners open the doors to some of the region’s most charming and thoughtfully preserved bungalows. It’s a rare opportunity to see creative renovations, historic details, and bungalow craftsmanship up close.
Arts & Crafts Conference and Shows
The National Arts & Crafts Conference is the country’s leading event for Arts & Crafts enthusiasts, bringing together homeowners, collectors, artisans, and preservationists for lectures, exhibits, shopping, and inspiration.
The 40th Annual National Arts & Crafts Conference takes place January 8–10, 2027, at the historic Omni Grove Park Inn in Asheville, North Carolina, featuring expert speakers, special exhibits, historic tours, and a marketplace of exceptional Arts & Crafts antiques and handcrafted goods.
Preservation Tips
Explore practical preservation tips for maintaining historic properties, from routine upkeep to choosing appropriate materials—helping you protect Duluth’s architectural heritage with confidence.
Research Your Property
Learn how to research your property’s history, from past owners to original features, using local records and resources to better understand and preserve its story.
