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Item 4.4 1914 BarnThe Beaudry 1914 Barn, a prized landmark of Otsego, still stands to the west of City Hall on 77th Street. Purchased by Frank and Delphin Beaudry in 1911, the barn was fully completed in 1914, built with red clay bricks 26 blocks high, crafted on site. The Beaudry 1914 Barn became known as the 'Pride of Otsego' because it was considered the largest barn in Wright County at the time and housed about 40 head of milk cows. One of the barn's unique features is the absence of rafters in the hay loft, which, combined with its gambrel roof design, facilitated easier loading of hay using a hoist mounted to the ceiling. Cupolas originally installed on the roof for ventilation were removed. Another distinctive feature is the road between the house and the barn, which was originally designed to facilitate the easy transport of goods to and from the barn. Alvin, Son of Frank and Delphin, and wife Marie Kasper purchased the farm in 1957, with their son Dennis and current owner Kathy Beaudry purchasing in 1990. The farm is recognized as a Minnesota Century Farm for being held by the same family for 100 years. Farm functions varied from milk cows to raising young stock and beef cattle. Main crops raised were Rye Grass, Corn, Hay, and Soy Beans on land plots from near City Hall, to Odean Avenue and even across highway 101 near Daytona Golf Club. The barn sustained substantial damage to both its east and west ends from strong storms in the 1990s and again in 2014, requiring repairs. Over the years, metal siding and roof were added, and additional beams were installed to reinforce the structure. Additionally, four substantial fires occurred on the property damaging other barns and out buildings and a corn dryer. The 1914 barn currently houses a workshop, with other buildings on the farm used for storage. Item 4.4 2012 1916 1990 Gambril Roof Interior Century Farm 2025