Peavey–Haglin Experimental Concrete Grain Elevator
- Attraction
- Regional draw
- St. Louis Park
The Peavey–Haglin Experimental Concrete Grain Elevator is a prominent industrial landmark on the Nordic Ware property in St. Louis Park.
Built in 1899–1900 to test concrete grain storage, the cylindrical tower helped demonstrate an alternative to combustible wooden elevators. The photograph shows the actual tower.
Plan an exterior architectural view from permitted public routes. Nordic Ware’s history page explains the tower’s experiment and later preservation; it does not offer general admission to its interior. Keep clear of factory yards, loading areas and highway shoulders. Confirm any separately announced company or heritage event before entering private grounds, and use designated pedestrian approaches.
Visitor details reviewed October 27, 2026. Check official visitor information for current access, admission, and operating arrangements. View on OpenStreetMap.
Image credit: McGhiever / Wikimedia Commons. Original source. CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and converted to WebP; may be cropped for display.
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