A Small Town in a Big City
Since 1974, the all-volunteer Old Highland Neighborhood Association has been working to build community and preserve North Minneapolis’ historic homes. Named a “Best Old House Neighborhood” by This Old House Magazine, Old Highland is one of Minneapolis’ hottest up-and-coming neighborhoods.
Years in action
Square blocks
Events annually
Years on the home tour
Peace Garden
At the Old Highland Peace Garden, neighbors have transformed vacant lots into gardens where we grow food, and in turn, grow our community.
Walking Tour
Old Highland’s guided Walking Tour is held annually in partnership with Preserve Minneapolis, and available year round at MinneapolisHistorical.org
Neighborhood Events
Old Highland holds board meetings the first Thursday of every month, and neighbors host at least one official neighborhood social gathering each month.
All are welcome – please join us!
Historic Preservation
Old Highland community members are passionate about preserving our historical resources – both within Old Highland and beyond. Neighbors freely share information about caring for historic homes, and sponsor workshops and educational resources to facilitate passing on this valuable information.
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Give to the Max Day 2017
Please consider Old Highland when making your GTMD donations. The Old Highland Neighborhood Association is a 501(c)(3) and that makes your contributions to Old Highland eligible for charitable tax deductions. Virtually all of our funds cover expenses for 4 primary...
Halloween 2017
Old Highland has 40 households that have confirmed they will be handing out treats this Halloween! No need to take the kids elsewhere - Trick or Treat right here in your own neighborhood! 🎃👻 Download the official 2017 Old Highland Trick or Treating map...
2017 Minneapolis & Saint Paul Home Tour
Old Highland is proud to have three homes featured on the 2017 Minneapolis & Saint Paul Home Tour!
The area known today as the Old Highland Neighborhood was opened for settlement in 1857, and major growth occurred during the 1880’s and 1890’s. This period saw large architecturally designed and contractor built residences of distinctive period styles. The population was generally merchants who operated businesses along Washington, Plymouth, and West Broadway. At this time the neighborhood first became known as Highland, so called because it was located on the first high land above Bassett Creek and Oak Lake to the South. Many fine residences from this era still survive today.