Get Yer Guns, Boys! They're Robbin' the Bank! On September 7, 1876, outlaw Jesse James rode in to Northfield and was determined to rob the bank. Little did he know the infamous Jesse James would soon meet his match.
Shots were fired and men died. Northfielders Joseph Lee Heywood and Nicolaus Gustavson gave their lives in the struggle, but Northfield had triumphed. The bank was safe, and Northfield was the last stop for the James- Younger Gang.
Northfield celebrates its heros and its victory the first weekend after Labor Day. Join us for food, fun, culture, entertainment, and a grand parade. Our craft booths are endless, the food is tasty, and there are rides for all ages. The Defeat of Jesse James Day Celebration is one of Minnesota's largest celebrations. See you there!
Click here to contact the DJJD Committee for more information.
Tourist Information:
Northfield Area Chamber of Commerce: 507-645-5604
Northfield Historical Society: 507-645-9268
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Derk Hansen has produced a new Defeat of Jesse James theme lithograph. Read about it on his website. |
First Re-Enactment in 1948
