Near Fairfax in Nicollet County, Minnesota — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)
Surgeon's Quarters—Headquarters
Fort Ridgely's commandant and its surgeon lived with their families in the structure on this site. A central hallway divided the quarters into two separate living units. The building was destroyed by fire in 1865.
Fort Ridgely
Erected by the Minnesota Historical Society.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Forts and Castles. In addition, it is included in the Minnesota Historical Society series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1865.
Location. 44° 27.159′ N, 94° 44.09′ W. Marker is near Fairfax, Minnesota, in Nicollet County. Marker can be reached from Route 30, 1.1 miles west of Minnesota Highway 4, on the right when traveling west. Marker is in Fort Ridgely State Park; fee area – a Minnesota state park vehicle permit is required. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 72404 County State Aid Highway 30, Fairfax MN 55332, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. A Doctor's Life (here, next to this marker); Officers' Quarters—C (a few steps from this marker); Five Days and Nights on the River (a few steps from this marker); Surprise Attack at Redwood Ferry (within shouting distance of this marker); A Second Wave of Attacks (within shouting distance of this marker); Reinforcements Arrive (within shouting distance of this marker); Fort Ridgely State Monument (within shouting distance of this marker); Economic Engine (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Fairfax.
Also see . . . Fort Ridgely - Scene of Civil War & US-Dakota War history. Minnesota Historical Society website entry (Submitted on December 27, 2021, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.)
Credits. This page was last revised on December 27, 2021. It was originally submitted on February 10, 2014, by Keith L of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. This page has been viewed 501 times since then and 7 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on February 10, 2014, by Keith L of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin.