Rochester is synonymous with one of its most famous landmarks, the Mayo Clinic, but there's so much more to the Med City. It began as a frontier town, struggling to make its mark in a sparsely populated wilderness. By the late nineteenth century, Rochester had expanded into a vibrant city, rich with business, educational and cultural opportunities. Rediscover the Dubuque Trail and the beautiful summer lake retreats, along with the Cook Hotel, the Central Fire Station and more. Author Amy Jo Hahn uncovers the lost beginnings of Rochester and brings the stories of this unique place to life.

Amy Jo Hahn is from Harmony, Minnesota, and currently resides in Rochester. She has a bachelor's degree in mass communication from Winona State University, a master's degree in mass communication from Arizona State University, and a historic preservation certificate from Bucks County Community College. She has worked as a magazine editor, television news producer, content writer and a communications consultant. She has published several historical articles and is also a published romance author.