History

1860s base ball returns to Old Frontenac July 15

Jul 6, 2017

On Saturday, July 15 Wakondiota Park in Old Frontenac will be the site of a friendly double-header in 1860s base ball between the Crescents Base Ball Club of Red Wing and the Afton Red Socks Base Ball Club. Admission is free to this event but spectators are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or...

Walkers learn Jewell Nursery history

Jul 5, 2017

Wednesday June 28, 20 “Walking Lake Pepin” walkers gathered out at the Jewel and walked along Country Club Drive as Jim Schreck shared the story of the 125 year history of the Jewell Nursery. The nursery, founded in 1868 by Joseph Underwood and Phineas Jewel, started with 10 acres and grew to be...

Author Mary Sharratt to speak at Goodhue County History Center

Jun 8, 2017

A Minnesota-expat author will will be at the Goodhue County History center for two events on June 21. People are invited to the Goodhue County History Center at noon to hear author Mary Sharratt talk about her novel, “The Dark Lady’s Mask.” Drawn from the dramatic life of England’s first...

Historical society to explore Old Frontenac

May 31, 2017

On Saturday, June 10, people can explore the history and buildings of Old Frontenac with the Goodhue County Historical Society. Tours depart at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. from Wakondiota Park in Frontenac and last approximately two hours. Tickets are $7 for historical society members and $10 for non-...

Wabasha County Historical Society celebrates 52 years with free admission

May 18, 2017

Wabasha County Historical Society is celebrating its 52nd year at the Reads Landing School Museum by offering free admission (donations accepted) on opening weekend, May 20-21. The museum is open 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. each day. Exhibits showcase natural and cultural history of Wabasha County. Some...

Hok-Si-La to host the next history center coffee break

May 11, 2017

The next Coffee Break with the Goodhue County Historical Society will be at Hok-Si-La Park in Lake City. The public is invited to come to Hok-Si-La at 10 a.m. on Thursday, May 25, for a cup of coffee, a stroll along Lake Pepin, and a brief presentation of the history of Hok-Si-La Municipal Park...

Heritage Tree Trail dedication is May 18

May 11, 2017

On Thursday, May 18, there will be a formal dedication of the Lake City Heritage Tree Trail, Minnesota’s first Heritage Tree Trail. The public is invited to attend. The celebration will begin at 6 p.m., rain or shine, with a gathering of people in Ohuta Park near the large cottonwood trees on the...

Free event celebrates state's birthday

May 3, 2017

The Goodhue County History Center invites everyone to spend the afternoon on Sunday, May 7 celebrating Minnesota’s 159th birthday at its Free Family Fun Day. On May 11, 1858 the “Land of 10,000 Lakes” entered the Union as the 32nd state. People can stop by the History Center to celebrate and...

Historic Florence Town Hall hosts history fair

Apr 26, 2017

Saturday’s excellent weather didn’t stop people from getting inside to enjoy the face-painting, book reading, new historical acquisitions, door prizes and refreshments, and local history books and DVDs for sale at the Florence Township History Fair. The annual event is organized by the Friends of...

Florence Township History Fair is April 22

Apr 13, 2017

Friends of the Florence Town Hall will host a Florence Township History Fair on Saturday, April 22, 1 p.m. to 4 pm at at Florence Town Hall. Refreshments will be served and door prizes awarded. Admission is free. The 2 p.m. program will feature author Katy Jo Turner reading and signing her book, “...