Dan Patch Historical Society
Mission Statement:
The Dan Patch Historical Society was formed for the purpose of collection,
preservation and dissemination of historical knowledge and
artifacts about the horse, Dan Patch and its owner, M. W. Savage.
The Dan Patch Historical Society was formed for the purpose of collection,
preservation and dissemination of historical knowledge and
artifacts about the horse, Dan Patch and its owner, M. W. Savage.
Dan Patch
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Marion W Savage
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Breaking News...
2018 Horseshoe Hunt
The Horseshoe HAS BEEN FOUND!
It's Official
Nick, Laur, Christina and Evan (and Charlie the dog) Weisensel are the 2018 finders of the lost horseshoe.
They are 19 year residents who have been active in searching for the horseshoe in past years.
More information and a picture are coming soon!
Explanations of the clue are now available.
The clues are here....CLICK HERE
Nick, Laur, Christina and Evan (and Charlie the dog) Weisensel are the 2018 finders of the lost horseshoe.
They are 19 year residents who have been active in searching for the horseshoe in past years.
More information and a picture are coming soon!
Explanations of the clue are now available.
The clues are here....CLICK HERE
Recent News Articles
Click below for the latest articles with Dan Patch as the topic.
Click Here
Including a new article on the passing of our former President, Jens Bohn
Click Here
Including a new article on the passing of our former President, Jens Bohn
Introducing the 2018 DPD Button
Dan Patch Days is celebrated annually every year in Savage, MN.
The Dan Patch Historical Society sponsors the Dan Patch Days buttons that are sold to commemorate the event.
When you purchase a button, you are then entered into the raffle. The limited edition 2018 commemorative button is available for $5, and can be purchased at the Savage Library (13090 Alabama Ave.), Savage City Hall (6000 McColl Drive), the Savage Chamber of Commerce office (6050 McColl Drive), and they can also be purchased directly from DPHS members.
A button is mandatory to participate in the annual horseshoe hunt. Clues to find the hidden horseshoe located on public property appear on the Dan Patch Historical Society website and in the Savage Pacer five weeks before Dan Patch Days. The finder receives $100 and an opportunity to ride in the grand parade. The first clue for this year’s hunt will be published in the Saturday, May 27 edition of the Savage Pacer.
Savage’s annual summertime celebration, Dan Patch Days, will take place June 22 through 25 at Community Park, 13500 Dakota Ave. in Savage.
The first Dan Patch Days button was sold in 1953 and the entire collection is on display at the Heritage Museum, which is located inside the Savage Library.
The Dan Patch Historical Society sponsors the Dan Patch Days buttons that are sold to commemorate the event.
When you purchase a button, you are then entered into the raffle. The limited edition 2018 commemorative button is available for $5, and can be purchased at the Savage Library (13090 Alabama Ave.), Savage City Hall (6000 McColl Drive), the Savage Chamber of Commerce office (6050 McColl Drive), and they can also be purchased directly from DPHS members.
A button is mandatory to participate in the annual horseshoe hunt. Clues to find the hidden horseshoe located on public property appear on the Dan Patch Historical Society website and in the Savage Pacer five weeks before Dan Patch Days. The finder receives $100 and an opportunity to ride in the grand parade. The first clue for this year’s hunt will be published in the Saturday, May 27 edition of the Savage Pacer.
Savage’s annual summertime celebration, Dan Patch Days, will take place June 22 through 25 at Community Park, 13500 Dakota Ave. in Savage.
The first Dan Patch Days button was sold in 1953 and the entire collection is on display at the Heritage Museum, which is located inside the Savage Library.
Dan Patch Days 2018
It's coming soon, with an additional added celebration. The activities we have been accustomed too over the years, like the Horseshoe Hunt and the Button raffle, will still be apart of the 2018 festivities. (Please see the Dan Patch Days Website for more information of the list of activities and schedule of events).
A special celebration will take place on Sunday June 24th 2018 at 1pm at the Savage Public Library for the unveiling of the Dan Patch and Mr Savage Statue. We are very excited to participate in this once in a lifetime event. Check back here for more specific information as we get closer to the big day.
If you would like to donate to the Dan Patch and Mr Savage Statue, there is still time.
Please mail your donation to:
Dan Patch Historical Society
PO Box 1:55
Savage, MN 55378
Memo: Dan Patch / Mr Savage Statue
Deadline (for mention on the plaque) is May 15th
or
A special celebration will take place on Sunday June 24th 2018 at 1pm at the Savage Public Library for the unveiling of the Dan Patch and Mr Savage Statue. We are very excited to participate in this once in a lifetime event. Check back here for more specific information as we get closer to the big day.
If you would like to donate to the Dan Patch and Mr Savage Statue, there is still time.
Please mail your donation to:
Dan Patch Historical Society
PO Box 1:55
Savage, MN 55378
Memo: Dan Patch / Mr Savage Statue
Deadline (for mention on the plaque) is May 15th
or
If sending a donation via PayPal, please include your full name and a note "this is a donation to the statue".
Legislation for the Statue in Savage, MN
Read the latest article in the Savage Pacer about the funding for the Statue of Dan Patch at the local library. We have also created a easy PDF for your reading pleasure.
25th Anniversary of the Historical Society
On March 24th, 1992, the first ever meeting took place of the Historical Society. Look for posts throughout 2017 on accomplishments, benchmarks, and other achievements during the past 25 years.
Check out this article...25 Years of the DPHS
Check out this article...25 Years of the DPHS
Image courtesy of the City of Savage
Sculpture of racehorse Dan Patch proposed for
State Fairgrounds & Savage, MN
State Fairgrounds & Savage, MN
Newsletters Available
The Dan Patch Historical Society creates Newsletters to keep our members aware of the activities related to Dan Patch during the year. We have an archive of past Newsletters available on the website, but members get the most current Newsletters mailed to their door. If you want the most current NEWS, become a member. Click HERE to apply for membership.
