Dan Patch Historical Society
Mission Statement:
The Dan Patch Historical Society collects, preserves and disseminates historical knowledge
and artifacts about the horse, Dan Patch and its owner, M. W. Savage.
The Dan Patch Historical Society collects, preserves and disseminates historical knowledge
and artifacts about the horse, Dan Patch and its owner, M. W. Savage.
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Breaking News...
Dan Patch Inducted into the
Canadian Harness Racing Hall of Fame!
Members of the Historical Society attend the event in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Members Wil & Janet Williams, and Jim Ross
Members Wil & Janet Williams, and Jim Ross
2019 Dan Patch Days
Horseshoe Hunt has been found!
Laura and Rick Brannen, near the Hidden Valley Park archery target where they found this year's commemorative Dan Patch Days horseshoe using clues from the Dan Patch Historical Society and other research.
The Horseshoe Hunt clues are Here.
The Horseshoe Hunt clues are Here.
2019 Dan Patch Days Button
The Historical Society has released the 2019 button for Dan Patch Days 2019
Historical Society loses a Founding Member
The Historical Society has lost a founding member, please read the article.
2018 Unveiling of the MW Savage & Dan Patch Statue
We were present today June 24, 2018 for the unveiling of the MW Savage & Dan Patch at the Savage library.
Click the LINK for more pictures and some of the people present for the event.
Click the LINK for more pictures and some of the people present for the event.
Recent News Articles
Click below for the latest articles with Dan Patch as the topic.
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Including a new article on the passing of our former President, Jens Bohn & founding member George Augustinack.
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Including a new article on the passing of our former President, Jens Bohn & founding member George Augustinack.
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.
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.
