Listening Point facts for kids
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Listening Point
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Sigurd F. Olson's cabin at Listening Point
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 Location in Minnesota
Location in the United States
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| Location | 3128 Van Vac Road, Morse Township, Minnesota |
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| Area | 20 acres (8 ha) |
| Built | 1956–1982 |
| NRHP reference No. | 07001316 |
| Added to NRHP | December 26, 2007 |
Listening Point was a special, quiet place for a famous conservationist named Sigurd F. Olson. He lived from 1899 to 1982. This private retreat is located on Burntside Lake in Morse Township, Minnesota, United States.
Olson bought the land in 1956. He then found a log cabin and a log sauna from other places. He had these buildings carefully taken apart, moved to Listening Point, and put back together. In 1998, the Listening Point Foundation was created. Its goal is to protect this property as an open-air museum to honor Sigurd Olson.
Why Listening Point is Special
In 2007, Listening Point was added to the National Register of Historic Places. This means it is a very important historical site for the whole country. It is recognized for its role in two main areas: conservation and literature.
The historic area includes five important parts. These are the cabin, the sauna, an outhouse, a dock, and the walking trails. Each of these helps tell the story of Sigurd Olson's life and work.
Sigurd Olson's Impact
Listening Point was chosen because of its connection to Sigurd Olson. His writing and his efforts to protect nature had a big impact across the United States. Olson started his work in the 1920s. He fought against building projects in the Boundary Waters area. This is a beautiful wilderness region.
He finished his career with a major success. This was the passing of the Wilderness Act in 1964. This law helped protect many wild places in America.
Visiting Listening Point
The Listening Point Foundation helps keep the property safe and open. They offer tours and special events at the site. These activities are planned carefully. They make sure that the historic buildings and the natural beauty of the area are not harmed.
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