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Open as of Thursday, January 21, 2021

The Stearns History Museum Reopens Thursday, January 21! Visitor hours are 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Research Center Info: Want to do research? *Appointments are required. Please call the Museum at 320-253-8424. Cost to use the Research Center is...
Valentine’s Fundraiser Event: Purchase a Chance to Win

Valentine’s Fundraiser Event: Purchase a Chance to Win

Money can’t buy love…but it can buy you a chance! Get the key to your Valentine’s heart from the Stearns History Museum “Unlock Your Love…and Make History” fundraiser. Purchase a ticket to unlock three boxes at the Museum.  Winning tickets drawn on Wednesday February...

History At Home: The Manhattan Happy Hour

Historic Cocktail Lesson with Caitlin: The Manhattan How about one more toast to 2020? To send this year off into that good night, we are mixing up a cool and classic cocktail, the Manhattan. Though it has murky origins, this sophisticated drink came to symbolize the...
Lehman, Larson Join Stearns History Museum Board

Lehman, Larson Join Stearns History Museum Board

Christopher Lehman and Derek Larson joined the Board of Directors at the Stearns History Museum during the second half of 2020. Lehman, an ethnic studies professor and chair at St. Cloud State University, joined the Board in August 2020. He has written several books...
Annette Atkins Receives Zapp Historian Award

Annette Atkins Receives Zapp Historian Award

Annette Atkins, a longtime board member of the Stearns History Museum, recently received the 2020 Zapp Historian Award. The honor recognizes her efforts in promoting the rich history of Stearns County and Central Minnesota. Each year the Museum presents the award to...