• Hops and History: Stearns County Oddities

    Koronis Brewing Company 511 Slate Highway 55, Paynesville, United States

    What makes an artifact worth preserving? Join the Stearns History Museum registrar, Michelle, for a behind-the-scenes look at some of the strangest, most unexpected, and fascinating objects in the museum’s collection. Along the way, discover how the objects came to be in the collection, what they reveal about the history of Stearns County, and how […]

  • Historic Harvest Fest

    Stearns History Museum 235 33rd Ave S, St Cloud, MN, United States

    It's time again for our annual Historic Harvest Fest! Come to the museum this Saturday, September 26th, from 10am to 1pm and enjoy some family-friendly harvest fun! We will have vintage style carnival games, a cake walk, pumpkin painting, a petting zoo, and more! We can't wait to see you there! There is NO COST  […]

  • Archive Explorer- Introduction to Searching and Research

    Stearns History Museum 235 33rd Ave S, St Cloud, MN, United States

    Join us for an interactive program designed to boost your research skills. Learn simple but helpful search tips and tricks to navigate catalogs and online databases with confidence. We’ll also introduce you to historical records that can open new windows into your research. Perfect for beginners and anyone curious about digging deeper into the past. […]

  • Breakfast Club- Lacey Fontaine: Benton County Historical Society – Past, Present, and Future

    Stearns History Museum 235 33rd Ave S, St Cloud, MN, United States

    Exciting things are happening at the Benton County Historical Society in Sauk Rapids! Join Executive Director Lacey Fontaine as she talks about the history of the museum’s new home, the changes of the last few years, and what changes lie ahead for this Central Minnesota gem. Cost: $7/person, FREE for SHM Members

  • Sundown Cemetery Tour- St. Benedict’s Monastic Cemetery, St. Joseph

    St. Benedict's Monastic Cemetery 104 Chapel Ln, St. Joseph, United States

    This year, we will visit three different Stearns County cemeteries and learn the stories of some of the people celebrated there. Join us! $10/person, members FREE Hot cocoa and treats will be available!

  • Sundown Cemetery Tour- Big Grove Church Cemetery, Brooten

    Big Grove Church Cemetery 45575 County Rd 27, Brooten, MN, United States

    This year, we will visit three different Stearns County cemeteries and learn the stories of some of the people celebrated there. Join us! $10/person, members FREE Hot cocoa and treats will be available!

  • Keeping the Weather Out: Homeowner How-Tos

    Perfect for home and property owners eager to get ready for the cold weather season, this workshop covers how to fix cracks and drafts, repair problem doors and windows, and paractice the best winterization methods and techniques. Taught by local renovation specialist, Eric Cheever, this class is for anyone caring for an older home or […]