Whitewater State Park's Prisoner of War Camp

Did you know that Whitewater State Park was once home to German Prisoners of War? Come learn about one of the lesser-known parts of Minnesota's history. What did they do here? Where did they go? What was life like being a prisoner? Did they cause mischief? Come find out!! Light refreshments will be provided.

This program is part of a collaborative grant project called Visible Veterans: Honoring Minnesota's Military, between La Crescent Public Library, American Legion Post 595, VFW Post 11542, La Crescent Area Historical Society, and the City of La Crescent. It is funded by the SELCO regional library system and the Legacy Amendment, Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

Jeremy Darst is a native of southeastern Minnesota and grew up exploring the driftless area. He currently works as a naturalist at Whitewater State Park and enjoys delving into the park’s rich history. His interest in the former German prisoners was first sparked during a class trip he took to Whitewater State Park over 30 years ago.

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