On the shores of Lake Minnetonka and Wayzata Bay, the Section Foreman House stands as a quiet reminder of the town’s rich railroad history. Built in 1902, the house served as the residence for the railroad’s section foreman, whose job was to maintain the tracks that once powered Wayzata’s growth. From this humble home, the foreman and his crew would oversee inspections and repairs, ensuring that the trains connecting Wayzata to the wider world ran smoothly.
Now, this historic structure has been added to National Registry of Historic Places, and is set to be revitalized as part of Phase 3 of the Panoway Project which is a multi-year effort to enhance Wayzata’s waterfront. The upcoming renovation aims to preserve the house as a symbol of Wayzata’s industrial heritage, ensuring that future generations can appreciate its role in shaping the town. The Section Foreman House will continue to stand watch over Wayzata Bay, linking the past with the future.
One response to “Scene in Wayzata: The Section Foreman House”
Thanks, Dan,
An important component of the next phase of Panoway … teaching our residents how to preserve the lake, it’s ecology and lakeshore.