1300 - Roseau Mural Tells Our Story

The ROSEAU Mural, commissioned by the Roseau Civic and Commerce Board and painted by local artist and Roseau High School graduate Angelina Korb, reflects the community's history and way of life. Its images tell stories of moments, places, and traditions that continue to shape the area.
R - Roseau County Fair represents a tradition that brings people together. First held in 1906, the fair began as a way to showcase livestock and farm life and has grown into a full week of events each July. Today it features 4-H projects, carnival rides, entertainment, a demolition derby, and a parade. Fair week is a time when families return, reunions are held, and the county gathers.
O - Hockey at the Heart pays tribute to Roseau's deep hockey roots. Organized high school hockey began here in 1908, and the sport has been central to winter life ever since. The mural includes number 7, worn by Neal Broten, a Roseau native who competed internationally. The image represents generations of local players who learned the game on outdoor rinks and helped build Roseau's identity as a true hockey town.
S - Fields of Gold highlights agriculture through a sunflower field, symbolizing farming in Roseau County. The region produces small grains, grass seed, wheat, soybeans, corn, and sunflowers. Farming has long shaped life here, with major growth following the arrival of the Great Northern Railroad in the early 1900s, which connected local producers to broader markets.
E - The Land’s First Peoples honors the Native American history of the area. Long before Roseau became a town, this land and river were home to Ojibwe people. The Ojibwe name for the Roseau River means "River of Rushes," referring to the reeds that once lined its banks. Stories and tradition were passed down through oral history, and the image of Chief Cobiness recognizes that this culture remains present today.
A - Polaris: Innovation Born Here features a snowmobile, representing Roseau as the birthplace of Polaris Industries. Founded in 1954, Polaris grew from a small farm shop into a global company. Snowmobiling and recreational vehicles are more than industry, they are a part of the community’s identity,shaping work, recreation, and innovation.
U - Nature, Wildlife, and the Roseau River reflects the wildlife, forests, rivers, and open spaces surrounding the area. Deer, birds, and other wildlife remain central to local traditions of conservation and outdoor recreation.
Together, the ROSEAU mural tells a story of land, culture, ingenuity, and community pride for those who call it home.
