Naeve Hospital nameplate removed as demolition work continues

Published 2:30 pm Wednesday, November 8, 2023

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Crews work to remove the original Naeve Hospital nameplate above the main entrance of the former hospital along Fountain Street during demolition work Wednesday morning. Sarah Stultz/Albert Lea Tribune

Preliminary demolition at the former Naeve Hospital building is ongoing this week, and Wednesday morning crews could be seen removing the Naeve Hospital nameplate.

Mayo Clinic Health System in Albert Lea officials have said the health system has plans to incorporate the nameplate in the future plans at the site.

The cornerstone of the building was previously removed and crews found a time capsule inside that will be opened at a later date.

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