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Gallery & Research Center* Hours Are: 9:30 AM – 5 PM, Tuesday through Saturday

*Make a Research Center appointment: call 320-253-8424 or email info@stearns-museum.org.

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—Our Stance on Cultural Diversity and Anti-Racism—

Now more than ever, the Stearns History Museum is committed to fulfilling our mission, connecting people through the power of history and culture. As Board members and staff, we promise to continue to advocate for justice, peace, equality, and acceptance on the local and global levels. We are better together. Read our message here >>

SUGGESTED HAPPENINGS & EVENTS

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Featured News & Events

Here are a few big upcoming events that you won’t want to miss. Explore by clicking below.

2021 World War II Living History Events

Join us for two amazing weekends of the “World War II Experience.”
Buy tickets for June & July >>

Read an Excerpt of Crossings

Sample a story from Crossings, our members-only magazine.
Take a look >>

Welcoming Two New Board Members

Christopher Lehman and Derek Larson have joined our Board of Directors. Learn more here >>

2020 Zapp History Award Winner

Annette Atkins recognized for lifelong work & public history advocacy. Read more here >>

Congratulations to Annette Atkins!

Longtime Board Member Named Historian Laureate
Read more here >>

SHM Receives IMLS Grant for Catalog

We’re updating our Archival Catalog
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Read the Press Release >>

More To Connect With

You’ll find even more to explore with the help of our featured partners, including St. Cloud Area Genealogists.

 

St. Cloud Area Genealogists

Explore Our Exhibits

Visiting the exhibits at the Stearns History Museum is like locking eyes with history. Come explore our current displays.

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Everybody’s got a story to tell, and research can help you find it. See how Stearns History Museum is your window into the world of history.

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Museum by day, and rentable any time, our unique setting can be yours for group meetings, corporate events, weddings & more in 2021.
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Our Current Wishlist


As a nonprofit organization, we depend on your support both in the financial form, as well as through specific donations and contributions.

Some of our current needs include the following:


• Financial Donations

•1940s era office, living room, and military items

• A large bluetooth speaker for our lobby & events

• Technical Equipment for our Meeting Room

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235 33rd Avenue South
St. Cloud, MN 56301

320.253.8424
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The Stearns History Museum is Central Minnesota’s premier destination for experiencing all aspects of history—both locally and around the world—for all ages, cultures, and backgrounds. Preserve. Engage. Inspire. Thrive.

Current Hours
We are open! Visitor hours are 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.  Appointments are required for the Research Center. Call 320-253-8424 or email info@stearns-museum.org to reach us. Stay safe and healthy!

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