Lowertown, North Mankato: History & Heritage
The history of Lowertown in North Mankato, Minnesota, is a tale of geographical changes and shifting boundaries. Initially considered wasteland, the area gained economic value with the construction of a 4-lane highway and subsequent commercial development. The boundary changes and historical events, including floods and proposals for city unification, have
Upcoming Repair Work at the History Center Causing Temporary Changes
The week of August 26, the History Center will undergo essential repairs on the heating and cooling system's rooftop unit (RTU). The museum will remain open during this period, so we want to inform you of a few temporary changes.
Minnesota River Flooding June 2024
Sunday, June 23, 2024 Monday, June 24, 2024 Tuesday, June 25, 2024 Thursday, June 27 & Friday, June 28, 2024 Saturday, June 29, 2024
Celebrating the Legacy of Zins Hardware & Implement
The journey of Zins Hardware & Implement began in 1892 when John C. Zins was born in Granby Township, Nicollet County, on July 20, 1867.
Nicollet County Historical Society Celebrates Historic Preservation Month with a Presentation on Strengthening Community Through Historic Preservation
Michael Koop’s presentation will cover the variety of work done by Minnesota’s Heritage Preservation Commissions to create a range of tools to educate and reach people and to help conserve important historic properties across the state. The real action in historic preservation is at the local level since the results
BEYER & BERBRICH SALOON
The intertwined stories of Otto Berbrich and August Beyer mirror the experiences of numerous German immigrants who made their way to Minnesota in the late 1800s. Otto's journey led him from farm laborer to bar owner, while August, arriving in Courtland as a teenager, worked various jobs before becoming a
Nicollet County Historical Society Unveils New Exhibit: “More Than a Headline: A Closer Look at the Art and Life of Camilla Hall”
The Nicollet County Historical Society (NCHS) is pleased to announce the opening of its newest exhibit, "More Than a Headline: A Closer Look at the Art and Life of Camilla Hall," on March 24, 2024. The exhibit will be on display until August 24, 2024, at the Treaty Site History
Nicollet County Historical Society to Host its Annual Meeting with Featured Speaker Rachael Hanel
The Nicollet County Historical Society is pleased to announce its Annual Meeting covering 2023 on Sunday, March 24, 2024, at the Treaty Site History Center at 1851 N. Minnesota Ave., Saint Peter, MN. The doors will open at 1:00 p.m., with the business meeting starting at 1:30 p.m., followed by
Harmonizing Heritage
Discover the history of the Vogelpohl & Spaeth organ at Bernadotte Lutheran Church, a cherished symbol of musical heritage and community spirit in Nicollet County.
New Sweden Creamery: A Small Community’s Rich Dairy Legacy
Nestled in the heart of New Sweden Township, the unassuming community of New Sweden holds history that belies its size. Situated near the crossroads of State Highways 22 and 111, approximately four miles west of Norseland and nearly nine miles north of Nicollet, this tiny enclave has left an indelible