The Nicollet County Historical Society presents a new exhibit about early 20th-century artist Adelaide Magner which features artwork from throughout her lifetime. Adelaide Magner was born in Nicollet in 1872 and, from an early age, showed a talent for art. After high school, she went on to study at the Minneapolis School of Fine Arts, […]
Camilla Hall's name is most associated with the Symbionese Liberation Army (SLA), a militant group she joined in California in 1974. However, this exhibit delves beyond the headlines to explore Camilla's life as a daughter, friend, sister, and artist. The opening date of March 24 would have been Camilla Hall's 79th birthday, and 2024 also […]
Join us for our monthly history chat! We're excited to explore Nicollet County's rich history with you.During our informal hangouts, we'll discuss the people, places, events, and more that have shaped our community. We encourage you to share any memories or stories you may have and to engage in lively conversations with other history enthusiasts. […]
We are facing a critical moment in the history of the Fairmont Opera House, and we need your help to ensure its future. Join us for exclusive tours* of the ongoing Capital Repair Project on April 26th and 27th and witness firsthand the urgent need for funding to complete essential repairs.** Reservations are required. *Tour […]
Learn not just what made homes unique within Brown County, but about the owners who designed and purchased the homes.
Join us as Minnesota author Amy Mattson Lauters talks about her book The Rediscovered Writings of Rose Wilder Lane. Admission is $10/adults, $5/children 5-17, Free for BECHS Members. Author Amy Mattson Lauters is also a Mass Communications Professor at MSU, Mankato. Her latest book, The Rediscovered Writings of Rose Wilder Lane, introduces readers to Lane’s […]
May is Historic Preservation Month, and to recognize this, the Nicollet County Historical Society is hosting a presentation by Michael Koop from the State Historic Preservation Office on Thursday, May 16, at 6:00 p.m. at the Nicollet County Historical Society. The “Strengthening Community Through Historic Preservation” event aims to highlight the importance of preserving historical […]
The Minnesota Valley Civil War Round Table meets each month to share insights on historical events and people connected to the Civil War.
Join us for "The Great Storm: Minnesota’s Victims in the Blizzard of January 7, 1873" by guest speaker Carolyn Sowinski, the first installment of the 2024 Lunch and a Bite […]
Grab your friends and plan on having a swinging good time in honor of the 80th Anniversary of D-Day, the Blue Earth County Historical Society is hosting the G.I. Jive: a 1940s USO-style Celebration. With its unique historic vibe, the G.I. Jive will be a one-of-a-kind public event celebrating the past, present and future of […]
