Events

Step back in time and discover how our public library came to be, from its beginnings as a Carnegie library to the vibrant community space we know today. learn about the challenges and triumphs of building, growing, and adapting a library that has served generations of learners. Get a rare, behind-the-scenes look at original materials […]

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 […]

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 […]

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  […]

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. […]

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!

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

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!

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!