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Love gingerbread? A fan of architecture and construction? Dream of building your own home or designing a structure? Then this class is for you! Learn the basics of building construction and architectural design at this all-ages, family-friendly, kid-oriented workshop taught by Eric Cheever, the fun-loving Exhibits & Collections Curator for the Stearns History Museum. Eric […]
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This members-only event will tour Blattner Energy, in Avon, with lunch to follow (pay-on-your-own) at the Avon Cabin Cafe. Questions? Contact Ann Marie - [email protected] or call 320-253-8424
Join Fargo photographer and artist Kary Janousek to learn about the amazing Victorian wet plate collodion process invented in 1851, what a tintype and ambrotype is, the basic steps of creating an image, and how she will be using this amazing form of photography to bring the past into the present at historical sites across […]
We are kicking off a summer of 1980s fun tonight! Come and see the glory of 1980s cars right here on the museum grounds! Bring some cash for brats and burgers from Auto Value and delicious craft beer from Third Street Brewing, and enjoy the 1980s tunes that will be floating through the air. And […]
Ladies, celebrate the Summer Solstice by joining the museum for a fun and tasty afternoon in the southeastern part of the county! -Tour and summer picnic at Fairhaven Mill Park -Tours and tastings at Millner Heritage Winery in Kimball -$65 per person -Book your spot today!
Our World War II Living History event is back! Come to the museum for authentic World War II military vehicles, reenactors, weapons demonstrations, and more! This year, with a focus on war correspondents and journalism, we have something for everyone- from our kids’ obstacle course to World War II trivia, there’s something to keep you […]
This summer, students will bring the 1980s computer hit to life as they experience the triumphs and tragedies of The Oregon Trail in real time. Can you make a wagon that floats across the river? Can you find enough food to keep your party alive? Will you make it to Oregon? Recommended ages: 8-14 Cost: […]