Connecting people through the power of history and culture

Breakfast Club: Elizabeth Mboutchom, “Preserving Minnesota’s Natural Heritage”

Join Elizabeth Mboutchom, from the Northern Waters Land and Trust, as she talks about protection strategies in Minnesota crucial for preserving wildlife habitats and maintaining water quality. Learn how conservation efforts can secure the future of our natural heritage and help sustain our outdoor culture and economy.   Cost is $7, or FREE for Stearns […]

Exploring History and Culture in Central Minnesota: “Every Place Has a Native Name: Indigenous Places in Minnesota”

Benton County Historical Society 202 2nd Ave S, Sauk Rapids, MN, United States

(February 4, 2025) Learn about the connection between place names in Minnesota to their Indigenous language during the third and final program of this year’s “Exploring History and Culture in Central Minnesota” event series. The program will be presented on Saturday, February 15th, at the Stearns History Museum in St. Cloud by Justus Probst, Dakota, […]

Breakfast Club- Miranda Steuckrath, “J.F. Powers & Betty Wahl”

Stearns History Museum 235 33rd Ave S, St Cloud, MN, United States

Join us on Wednesday, March 12th at 9 am, as SHM Librarian Miranda as she discusses the life and works of J.F. Powers and Betty Wahl, two remarkable literary voices known for their keen insights into faith, family, and everyday life. Discover how their literary contributions, personal histories, and lasting impact on American literature continue […]

Barnes and Noble Book Fair- Stearns History Museum

Barnes and Noble Rainbow Village, 3940 Division St., Saint Cloud, United States

Visit Barnes and Noble in St. Cloud, MN, March 15th - March 20th, and when you checkout, mention that you are supporting the Stearns History Museum! A portion of the sales will benefit our organization. Stearns History Museum staff will be at the St. Cloud Barnes and Noble on Saturday, March 15th! Can't visit in […]

Heritage Circle Tour- Stonehouse Stained Glass Studio

Stonehouse Stained Glass Studio 438 First Street Southeast, Avon, MN, United States

Join us for the first Heritage Circle Tour of 2025! On March 20th, Heritage Circle members are invited to the Stonehouse Stained Glass Studio in Avon for a tour of the facility, led by stained glass artist Marty Stone. Heritage Circle Tours are for museum members at the Heritage Circle level only. If interested in […]

Hops and History: A Brief History of Stearns County Scams at Bad Habit Brewing Company

Bad Habit Brewing Company

Join Caitlin, Eric, and Grant from the museum as they talk about the background of some of the most infamous scams in Stearns County history, including everything from Samuel Pandolfo’s mail fraud to the architect behind one of the biggest Ponzi schemes in the history of the United States. And that’s not all! There are […]

Stearns History Museum Fix-It Clinic

510 Art Lab 510 Sinclair Lewis Ave, Sauk Centre, MN, United States

Something broken? Bring it to a Fix-It Clinic! This clinic will have a strong focus on mending but you are welcome to bring small appliances, clothing, electronics, toys, or other household items. Volunteers will help you fix or mend your things for free. No pre-registration required. Items should be carry-in size for hands-on repair. First-come, […]

Archive Explorer: Genealogy 101

Stearns History Museum 235 33rd Ave S, St Cloud, MN, United States

At this month's Archive Explorer you'll learn: -Resources at the SHM Research Center -Where to start your research -Tips and tricks -Common problems and how to overcome them   This program is FREE!