Events

Join us as Sandra Meer, the owner of Clear Waters Outfitting and NorthWest Canoe in Clearwater talks about the history of the company, one that celebrates the Mississippi River and beyond. She will talk about the different offerings of Clear Waters and NorthWest Canoe- so come ready to make some plans for the summer! Members: […]

Tucked into the southern edge of Stearns County, the town of Georgeville has transformed many times, from a pioneer outpost, to a nightlife hotspot, a hippie commune to a ghost town. Join us for a fascinating look at this small community with a big story, one of resilience, reinvention, and the spirit of community.

Something broken? Bring it to a Fix-It Clinic! Whether it’s small appliances, clothing, electronics, toys, or other household items, volunteers will help you fix or mend your things for free. Items should be carry-in size for hands-on repair. First-come, first-served. Limit 2 items per household. Items accepted until 30 minutes before the event ends. This […]

Have you ever wondered why women’s names can be so hard to find in historical records? This program explores the hidden and evolving presence of women in archival materials. You will learn why women are sometimes absent from official documents, discover where their stories do appear, and gain practical strategies for locating, interpreting, and amplifying […]

Join former St. Cloud Times writer and longtime Stearns History Museum volunteer Marian Rengel as she discusses her experience in working with the John D. Morgan Papers, housed in the Central Minnesota Historical Collection of the SCSU Archvies. Morgan (1844-1920) was a civil engineer and surveyor, and was an active participant in the development of […]

Join us for our first Heritage Circle Tour of the year! On April 23rd, we will be getting a behind the scenes tour of Microbiologics in St. Cloud.   Questions? Contact Ann Marie at [email protected] or call 320/253-8424 Register at stearnshistorymuseum.org/events Note: Heritage Circle tours are for SHM members at the Heritage Circle level of […]

Learn how three decades of advocacy by the Natural Parks and Trails Coalition had an extraordinary impact on preserving our region’s natural heritage, and see photos of stunning nearby natural parks.

Join us for an evening that brings the crack of the bat and the cheers of the crowd back to life! This program invites you to explore Stearns County’s rich baseball tradition through various materials. Learn how town ball shaped the heart of local communities and relive the legacy of the St. Cloud Rox. Participants will […]

Join us as we kick off our summer season with a 1970s themed car show! We're marking 50 years since the Bicentennial, and are therefore throwing it back to 1976. Beer and pizza will be available (while supplies last), classic 70s tunes will be blaring, and we will be celebrating the start of the summer! […]

Join the Stearns History Museum and Stearns County Parks this summer as we hike through some of Stearns County’s most beautiful parks, learn about the natural wonders and ecosystems found there, with some history sprinkled in. These walks will be between 1 and 1.5 miles and fairly gentle, but bring your walking shoes! This program […]