Brainerd’s historic water tower was built over a four-year period from 1919 to 1922. The iconic structure near the downtown area has come to represent Brainerd even though it is not used to hold water anymore and it is in disrepair with ongoing efforts to save the landmark structure.
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Another grant from the Minnesota Historical Society could fund a new roof for the tower. 8:04 pm, Jul. 21, 2021 ×
Historic Brainerd water tower Wednesday, April 8, 2020, at sunset. Kelly Humphrey / Brainerd Dispatch
Those working to save Brainerd’s historic water tower are crossing their fingers for another grant from the Minnesota Historical Society to further the effort.
And they no longer have a deadline looming on the horizon.
The Brainerd City Council agreed Monday, July 19, to contribute $162,043 in matching funds for a grant application to the historical society, which would kick in the same amount of money if awarded to help fund a roof for the tower.
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