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When Anne Hanson’s dad first asked her to investigate the secret past of his parents, little did she know what she was getting into. Numerous genealogical searches and traditional sources failed to reveal even a speck of evidence that the families of her grandparents, Frank and Ida Hanson, had ever existed. Finally, after two decades […]
Join our new Executive Director, Amy Degerstrom, as she discusses over 20 years of experience in the museum field, and what led her to her new role. She will also spend some time reflecting on the museum's past, as we are celebrating 40 years in this building in 2024! What has changed? What does she […]
This is an online event! For more information, email [email protected].
Join local writer, advocate, and educator Patty Wetterling, as she discusses her new book Dear Jacob: A Mother's Journey of Hope. Patty will discuss the writing process, what inspired her to bring the book to fruition, and her path to finding hope.* *Online registration required. To register online, go to the following: https://stearns-museum.company.site/Members-Breakfast-Club-Patty-Wetterling-p623448761
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 […]
The Stearns History Museum will be hosting a community scanning event. Bring your old family photos and have them scanned for FREE. Registration is required. Limit 15 items.
The Stearns History Museum will be hosting a community scanning event. Bring your old family photos and have them scanned for FREE. Registration is required. Limit 15 items.