Graeser Park added to National Register of Historic Places

We are now all part of Lilac Way history. Thanks to MnDOT, dedicated volunteers, and a passionate community, Graeser Park has officially been added to the National Park Service’s National Register of Historic Places. If you had told us in 2018 that a Lilac Way park would be added to the Register, we would never…

MnDOT’s Andrea Salo Weber shares inside stories of historic Graeser Park’s restoration

Andrea’s dedication to Lilac Way parks shone through during her tour of Graeser Park. The driving force behind MnDOT’s dramatic three-year restoration project gave visitors a tour of the park, and shared behind-the-scene stories. Congrats to cosponsors the Golden Valley Historical Society and the Robbinsdale Historical Society for a wonderful event. Graeser Park is now…

Graeser Park Angels honored with extensive landscaping project

Blue sky. Nine trees. Five lilacs. On April 26th, 2025, a team gathered to create a tribute to honor the lives of dedicated Graeser Park supporters whom we have lost. It took a village of generous donors and volunteers to bring it to life. Project Partners Andrea Salo Weber, Manager of MnDOT Historic Roadside Property…