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  • Brown graphic with a faded image of a town in the background with a cutout of a caucasion male in the foreground. Words at the top of the image read St. Peter and the U.S.-Dakota War

    St. Peter and the U.S.-Dakota War

    Visit with costumed historical interpreters to learn about St. Peter and Army Captain Cox’s role in the saving of New Ulm.  The is an outdoor, come-and-go event.

  • Strawberry Moon Day

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    Enjoy this outdoor event with family and friends. Strawberry delights will be served and historic children's games to be enjoyed by all.

    Free

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    Frontier Independence Day

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    Come with the family, bring a picnic lunch, and dine on the grounds. Enjoy music and a special appearance by Pres. Abraham Lincoln. A FREE event from 1-3 p.m. on Saturday, July 9th.

  • Red toned graphic for a Medicine Show event. Mint green text over a maroon background says Old-Time Traveling Medicine Show. The date and times are listed below in white. There's a photo of a woman in Vaudeville attire holding a tonic bottle at bottom.

    Old-Time Traveling Medicine Show

    Join us for this FREE and fun event with three different shows featuring the acts of the Cherry Sisters, Lonesome Ron, Katie B. Schmellen and Skunky, Violet McNeal, and many more. Delightful vaudeville-style shows and shenanigans.

  • Past Pastimes

    Enjoy a fun come-and-go day for the whole family with craft & skill demonstrations, children's games with prizes, musical entertainment, and a tour of the historic Cox House.

  • Free Family Friday

    Bring the whole family to explore the History Center at no cost. As a bonus, we have a special afternoon program - Snakes of the Minnesota River with Tom Jessen. From 1 PM to 4 PM, snake expert Tom Jessen will bring a variety of snakes from the Minnesota River Valley for visitors to see, handle, and learn about. Plus - get a FREE root beer float between 11 AM-2 PM (while supplies last)

  • A man standing in a prairie at twilight looking into the distance.

    SHADOWS AT THE CROSSING: SPIRITS OF OLD TRAVERSE DES SIOUX

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    Step back in time to the mid-1800s and embark on a captivating journey through the annals of Minnesota Territory's history with "Shadows at the Crossing: Spirits of Old Traverse des Sioux." This outdoor lantern-lit tour is a unique, immersive experience that brings the past to life, transporting you to a pivotal moment in the region's history.

  • A man standing in a prairie at twilight looking into the distance.

    SHADOWS AT THE CROSSING: SPIRITS OF OLD TRAVERSE DES SIOUX

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    Step back in time to the mid-1800s and embark on a captivating journey through the annals of Minnesota Territory's history with "Shadows at the Crossing: Spirits of Old Traverse des Sioux." This outdoor lantern-lit tour is a unique, immersive experience that brings the past to life, transporting you to a pivotal moment in the region's history.