BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Nicollet County Historical Society - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Nicollet County Historical Society X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.nchsmn.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Nicollet County Historical Society REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T152448 CREATED:20251028T222508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T184607Z UID:10000397-1770300000-1770307200@www.nchsmn.org SUMMARY:Viewers Like Us Club | Art + Medicine DESCRIPTION:Join Twin Cities PBS\, the Nicollet County Historical Society\, and Saint Peter Community & Family Education at the Viewers Like Us Club. Watch award-winning PBS programs with your neighbors. Share conversations while exploring topics like Minnesota history\, food\, and culture. Free and open to all! \nArt + Medicine: Disability\, Culture and Creativity\nArtists and healthcare clinicians create alternative perspectives on disability\, through disability\, stories and performances\, and redefine what we perceive as normal. Hosted by artist and storyteller Kevin Kling\, Professor Jessica Horvath Williams\, PhD\, and Doctor Tsegaensh Selameab. Created in collaboration with the Center for the Art of Medicine at the University of Minnesota Medical School. \nTopics include:\n♣ Disability and accessibility\n♣ Art and creativity\n♣ Storytelling and performance URL:https://www.nchsmn.org/event/art-medicine/ LOCATION:Nicollet County Historical Society – Treaty Site History Center\, 1851 N. Minnesota Avenue\, Saint Peter\, MN\, 56082\, United States CATEGORIES:Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.nchsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/WEB-EVENTS-ART-MEDICINE.png ORGANIZER;CN="Nicollet County Historical Society":MAILTO:info@nchsmn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260127T091500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260127T213500 DTSTAMP:20260403T152448 CREATED:20240826T183018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T184625Z UID:10000341-1769505300-1769549700@www.nchsmn.org SUMMARY:Community Affairs on KNUJ Radio DESCRIPTION:Make sure to mark your calendar to listen to KNUJ Radio on the fourth Tuesday of every month (except December) at 9:15 am for Community Affairs. During this segment\, NCHS staff will provide insights into the latest happenings within the Society. \n<> URL:https://www.nchsmn.org/event/community-affairs-on-knuj-radio/2026-01-27/ LOCATION:KNUJ Radio CATEGORIES:Notice ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.nchsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/WEB-EVENTS-Community-Affairs.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251221 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260106 DTSTAMP:20260403T152448 CREATED:20251125T162520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T233345Z UID:10000405-1766275200-1767657599@www.nchsmn.org SUMMARY:Closed for Winter Break DESCRIPTION:Our offices and sites are closed for winter break from December 21\, 2025\, through January 5\, 2026. Regular hours resume on January 6\, 2026. URL:https://www.nchsmn.org/event/closed-for-winter-break-2025/ LOCATION:Nicollet County Historical Society – Treaty Site History Center\, 1851 N. Minnesota Avenue\, Saint Peter\, MN\, 56082\, United States CATEGORIES:Notice ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.nchsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Closed-for-Winter-Break.png ORGANIZER;CN="Nicollet County Historical Society":MAILTO:info@nchsmn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251218T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251218T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T152448 CREATED:20251125T230252Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T230252Z UID:10000406-1766052000-1766055600@www.nchsmn.org SUMMARY:hiSTORY hangout DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re a seasoned history buff or just curious about the past\, this event is for you. New residents\, families\, and everyone in between are welcome. Ask questions\, listen to the discussion\, and enjoy learning about local history from your friends and neighbors. Show-and-tell is encouraged\, so bring any photos\, artifacts\, or stories you’d like to share. \nFree snacks\, coffee\, and great conversation! URL:https://www.nchsmn.org/event/history-hangout/ LOCATION:Nicollet County Historical Society – Treaty Site History Center\, 1851 N. Minnesota Avenue\, Saint Peter\, MN\, 56082\, United States CATEGORIES:Other ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.nchsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/WEB-EVENTS-169-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Nicollet County Historical Society":MAILTO:info@nchsmn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251127 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251130 DTSTAMP:20260403T152448 CREATED:20251125T161445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T161506Z UID:10000404-1764201600-1764460799@www.nchsmn.org SUMMARY:CLOSED FOR FALL BREAK DESCRIPTION:Nicollet County Historical Society sites and offices are closed for fall break\, November 27-29\, 2025. URL:https://www.nchsmn.org/event/fall-break/ LOCATION:Nicollet County Historical Society – Treaty Site History Center\, 1851 N. Minnesota Avenue\, Saint Peter\, MN\, 56082\, United States CATEGORIES:Notice ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.nchsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/MAILCHIMP-PROMOS-11.png ORGANIZER;CN="Nicollet County Historical Society":MAILTO:info@nchsmn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251125T091500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251125T213500 DTSTAMP:20260403T152448 CREATED:20240826T183018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T184625Z UID:10000340-1764062100-1764106500@www.nchsmn.org SUMMARY:Community Affairs on KNUJ Radio DESCRIPTION:Make sure to mark your calendar to listen to KNUJ Radio on the fourth Tuesday of every month (except December) at 9:15 am for Community Affairs. During this segment\, NCHS staff will provide insights into the latest happenings within the Society. \n<> URL:https://www.nchsmn.org/event/community-affairs-on-knuj-radio/2025-11-25/ LOCATION:KNUJ Radio CATEGORIES:Notice ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.nchsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/WEB-EVENTS-Community-Affairs.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251031T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251031T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T152448 CREATED:20251028T171302Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T172109Z UID:10000387-1761935400-1761940800@www.nchsmn.org SUMMARY:Dolls of the Dark DESCRIPTION:Step into the Cox House this Halloween season for a unique and intriguing experience with our dolls of the dark. \nThe house will be quiet. The halls will be dim. And in the soft\, flickering light\, our dolls will be waiting for you… \nYou are invited to an unsettling display of dolls from the Society’s collection\, along with select pieces from private collectors\, including porcelain beauties\, fractured smiles\, and threadbare forms long since forgotten. Discover these forgotten playthings through a scavenger hunt of cryptic clues\, eerie trivia\, and whispered invitations to explore. \nThere will be no jump scares\, no haunted house actors\, just the uneasy feeling that someone\, or something\, is watching. \nSuggested donation: $5 per personMinors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. \nAs you exit\, cast your vote for the favorite and creepiest doll of the evening. Each donation you give counts toward that doll’s tally. The doll with the highest total at the end of the night wins. Help us decide which doll leaves the most lasting impression. \nStep lightly. They’ve been waiting a very long time. URL:https://www.nchsmn.org/event/dolls-of-the-dark-4/ LOCATION:Cox House\, 500 N. Washington Avenue\, Saint Peter\, MN\, 56082\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibits,Holiday/Seasonal ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.nchsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/WEB-EVENTS-DOLLS-NEW.png ORGANIZER;CN="Cox House":MAILTO:cox@nchsmn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251028T091500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251028T213500 DTSTAMP:20260403T152448 CREATED:20240826T183018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T184625Z UID:10000339-1761642900-1761687300@www.nchsmn.org SUMMARY:Community Affairs on KNUJ Radio DESCRIPTION:Make sure to mark your calendar to listen to KNUJ Radio on the fourth Tuesday of every month (except December) at 9:15 am for Community Affairs. During this segment\, NCHS staff will provide insights into the latest happenings within the Society. \n<> URL:https://www.nchsmn.org/event/community-affairs-on-knuj-radio/2025-10-28/ LOCATION:KNUJ Radio CATEGORIES:Notice ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.nchsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/WEB-EVENTS-Community-Affairs.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T152448 CREATED:20251023T192300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T171141Z UID:10000386-1761415200-1761422400@www.nchsmn.org SUMMARY:Dolls of the Dark DESCRIPTION:Step into the Cox House this Halloween season for a unique and intriguing experience with our dolls of the dark. \nThe house will be quiet. The halls will be dim. And in the soft\, flickering light\, our dolls will be waiting for you… \nYou are invited to a three-night-only display of dolls from the Society’s collection\, along with select pieces from private collectors—including porcelain beauties\, fractured smiles\, and threadbare forms long since forgotten. Discover these forgotten playthings through a scavenger hunt of cryptic clues\, eerie trivia\, and whispered invitations to explore. \nThere will be no jump scares\, no haunted house actors\, just the uneasy feeling that someone\, or something\, is watching. \nSuggested donation: $5 per personMinors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. \nAs you exit\, cast your vote for the favorite and creepiest doll of the evening. Each dollar you give counts as a vote. Help us decide which doll leaves the most lasting impression. \nStep lightly. They’ve been waiting a very long time. URL:https://www.nchsmn.org/event/dolls-of-the-dark-3/ LOCATION:Cox House\, 500 N. Washington Avenue\, Saint Peter\, MN\, 56082\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibits,Holiday/Seasonal ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.nchsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Dolls-canceled.png ORGANIZER;CN="Cox House":MAILTO:cox@nchsmn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251024T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251024T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T152448 CREATED:20251023T191945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T191947Z UID:10000385-1761328800-1761336000@www.nchsmn.org SUMMARY:Dolls of the Dark DESCRIPTION:Step into the Cox House this Halloween season for a unique and intriguing experience with our dolls of the dark. \nThe house will be quiet. The halls will be dim. And in the soft\, flickering light\, our dolls will be waiting for you… \nYou are invited to a three-night-only display of dolls from the Society’s collection\, along with select pieces from private collectors—including porcelain beauties\, fractured smiles\, and threadbare forms long since forgotten. Discover these forgotten playthings through a scavenger hunt of cryptic clues\, eerie trivia\, and whispered invitations to explore. \nThere will be no jump scares\, no haunted house actors\, just the uneasy feeling that someone\, or something\, is watching. \nSuggested donation: $5 per personMinors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. \nAs you exit\, cast your vote for the favorite and creepiest doll of the evening. Each dollar you give counts as a vote. Help us decide which doll leaves the most lasting impression. \nStep lightly. They’ve been waiting a very long time. URL:https://www.nchsmn.org/event/dolls-of-the-dark-2/ LOCATION:Cox House\, 500 N. Washington Avenue\, Saint Peter\, MN\, 56082\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibits,Holiday/Seasonal ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.nchsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Dolls-canceled.png ORGANIZER;CN="Cox House":MAILTO:cox@nchsmn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T152448 CREATED:20250912T150027Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T160908Z UID:10000384-1759600800-1759608000@www.nchsmn.org SUMMARY:Shadows at the Crossing: Spirits of Old Traverse des Sioux DESCRIPTION:Lantern light\, prairie air\, and voices from the past. Experience Traverse des Sioux after dark on this immersive guided tour. At six stops along the trail\, you’ll meet costumed interpreters portraying real people connected to this place. They’ll share their stories in first person\, giving you a glimpse into the choices\, challenges\, and resilience that shaped the Minnesota Territory. \nAs daylight fades\, the atmosphere shifts. Early evening tours highlight the prairie landscape; twilight and nighttime tours envelop you in the rustling of grass\, the sounds of night\, and the glow of lanterns on the rocky path. The setting creates an unforgettable focus on the storyteller before you. \nLong before Minnesota was a state\, Traverse des Sioux was a river crossing\, a gathering place\, and the site of the 1851 Treaty. Today\, little remains of the town\, but Shadows at the Crossing brings its layered history to life. \nTour details:\n– Six stops led by a guide\n– 60–65 minutes in length\n– Daylight tours (6–6:30 pm) emphasize the site; twilight and evening tours (6:40 pm and later) heighten the atmosphere \nTickets:\n– Adult: $12\n– Senior (55+): $10\n– Child (12–17): $5\nMNHS & NCHS members: 20% discount \nRecommended for ages 12+\nAdvance purchase encouraged URL:https://www.nchsmn.org/event/shadows-at-the-crossing-2025-3/ LOCATION:Traverse des Sioux\, 1851 N. Minnesota Avenue\, Saint Peter\, MN\, 56082\, United States CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Outdoor,Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.nchsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/WEB-EVENTS-Shadows-3.png ORGANIZER;CN="Nicollet County Historical Society":MAILTO:info@nchsmn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T152448 CREATED:20250724T204642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T160154Z UID:10000394-1759600800-1759608000@www.nchsmn.org SUMMARY:Shadows at the Crossing: Spirits of Old Traverse des Sioux DESCRIPTION:During Shadows at the Crossing\, step into the past on this immersive\, lantern-lit outdoor tour that brings the history of Minnesota Territory to life. Along the way\, you’ll encounter the spirits of those who lived at Traverse des Sioux during its most pivotal years. Their stories of courage\, conflict\, resilience\, and cooperation offer a deeper understanding of our shared history. \nOnce a key gathering place along the Minnesota River\, Traverse des Sioux experienced a surge in prosperity after the signing of the 1851 treaty\, but its growth was short-lived. Today\, little remains of the once-thriving town\, making this event a rare opportunity to explore its layered legacy. \nTickets:\n Adult: $12\n Senior (65+): $10\n Youth (ages 12–17): $5\n MNHS & NCHS members receive a 20% discount\n Recommended for ages 12 and up due to the interpretive nature of the program. \nAdvance purchase recommended. Walk-ups will be accommodated as space allows.\nTickets go on sale Friday\, September 12. URL:https://www.nchsmn.org/event/shadows-at-the-crossing-2025/ LOCATION:Traverse des Sioux\, 1851 N. Minnesota Avenue\, Saint Peter\, MN\, 56082\, United States CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Outdoor,Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.nchsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/WEB-EVENTS-Shadows-3.png ORGANIZER;CN="Nicollet County Historical Society":MAILTO:info@nchsmn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251003T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251003T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T152448 CREATED:20250912T144909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T160431Z UID:10000382-1759514400-1759521600@www.nchsmn.org SUMMARY:Shadows at the Crossing: Spirits of Old Traverse des Sioux DESCRIPTION:Lantern light\, prairie air\, and voices from the past. Experience Traverse des Sioux after dark on this immersive guided tour. At six stops along the trail\, you’ll meet costumed interpreters portraying real people connected to this place. They’ll share their stories in first person\, giving you a glimpse into the choices\, challenges\, and resilience that shaped Minnesota Territory. \nAs daylight fades\, the atmosphere shifts. Early evening tours highlight the prairie landscape; twilight and nighttime tours surround you with rustling grass\, night sounds\, and the glow of lanterns on the rocky path. The setting creates an unforgettable focus on the storyteller before you. \nLong before Minnesota was a state\, Traverse des Sioux was a river crossing\, a gathering place\, and the site of the 1851 Treaty. Today\, little remains of the town\, but Shadows at the Crossing brings its layered history to life. \nTour details:\n– Six stops led by a guide\n– 60–65 minutes in length\n– Daylight tours (6–6:30 pm) emphasize the site; twilight and evening tours (6:40 pm and later) heighten the atmosphere \nTickets:\n– Adult: $12\n– Senior (55+): $10\n– Child (12–17): $5\nMNHS & NCHS members: 20% discount \nRecommended for ages 12+\nAdvance purchase encouraged URL:https://www.nchsmn.org/event/shadows-at-the-crossing-2025-2/ LOCATION:Traverse des Sioux\, 1851 N. Minnesota Avenue\, Saint Peter\, MN\, 56082\, United States CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Outdoor,Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.nchsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/WEB-EVENTS-Shadows-3.png ORGANIZER;CN="Nicollet County Historical Society":MAILTO:info@nchsmn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250923T091500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250923T213500 DTSTAMP:20260403T152448 CREATED:20240826T183018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T184625Z UID:10000338-1758618900-1758663300@www.nchsmn.org SUMMARY:Community Affairs on KNUJ Radio DESCRIPTION:Make sure to mark your calendar to listen to KNUJ Radio on the fourth Tuesday of every month (except December) at 9:15 am for Community Affairs. During this segment\, NCHS staff will provide insights into the latest happenings within the Society. \n<> URL:https://www.nchsmn.org/event/community-affairs-on-knuj-radio/2025-09-23/ LOCATION:KNUJ Radio CATEGORIES:Notice ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.nchsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/WEB-EVENTS-Community-Affairs.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250830T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250830T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T152448 CREATED:20250501T221245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T142633Z UID:10000374-1756558800-1756569600@www.nchsmn.org SUMMARY:Cox House Self-guided Tours DESCRIPTION:Cox House Self-Guided Tours Begin in June\nStep inside the beautifully preserved 1871 E. St. Julien Cox House and explore at your own pace. \n\nTour Dates: June 7 & 21\, July 5 & 19\, August 2\, 16 & 30\nHours: 1–4 p.m.\nAdmission: Free. No reservations required. Free-will donations appreciated.\n\nUpon arrival\, you’ll receive a short introduction and a printed guide to help you navigate the home. Wander from room to room and experience what life was like in Victorian-era St. Peter. \nNew this year: A temporary textile display features historic garments from the Nicollet County Historical Society collection\, highlighting fashion\, fabric\, and finely stitched details from the past. \nAdmission: Free will donations are welcome to help us support this historic property\nLocation: In St. Peter\, Minnesota\, at the intersection of Washington Avenue and Skaro Street.\nAccessibility: The Cox House is not fully accessible. There are steps and uneven grounds. URL:https://www.nchsmn.org/event/cox-house-self-guided-tours-2025/2025-08-30/ LOCATION:Cox House\, 500 N. Washington Avenue\, Saint Peter\, MN\, 56082\, United States CATEGORIES:Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.nchsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/WEB-EVENTS-Cox-House-tours.png ORGANIZER;CN="Cox House":MAILTO:cox@nchsmn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250826T091500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250826T213500 DTSTAMP:20260403T152448 CREATED:20240826T183018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T184625Z UID:10000337-1756199700-1756244100@www.nchsmn.org SUMMARY:Community Affairs on KNUJ Radio DESCRIPTION:Make sure to mark your calendar to listen to KNUJ Radio on the fourth Tuesday of every month (except December) at 9:15 am for Community Affairs. During this segment\, NCHS staff will provide insights into the latest happenings within the Society. \n<> URL:https://www.nchsmn.org/event/community-affairs-on-knuj-radio/2025-08-26/ LOCATION:KNUJ Radio CATEGORIES:Notice ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.nchsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/WEB-EVENTS-Community-Affairs.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250816T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250816T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T152448 CREATED:20250501T221245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T142633Z UID:10000373-1755349200-1755360000@www.nchsmn.org SUMMARY:Cox House Self-guided Tours DESCRIPTION:Cox House Self-Guided Tours Begin in June\nStep inside the beautifully preserved 1871 E. St. Julien Cox House and explore at your own pace. \n\nTour Dates: June 7 & 21\, July 5 & 19\, August 2\, 16 & 30\nHours: 1–4 p.m.\nAdmission: Free. No reservations required. Free-will donations appreciated.\n\nUpon arrival\, you’ll receive a short introduction and a printed guide to help you navigate the home. Wander from room to room and experience what life was like in Victorian-era St. Peter. \nNew this year: A temporary textile display features historic garments from the Nicollet County Historical Society collection\, highlighting fashion\, fabric\, and finely stitched details from the past. \nAdmission: Free will donations are welcome to help us support this historic property\nLocation: In St. Peter\, Minnesota\, at the intersection of Washington Avenue and Skaro Street.\nAccessibility: The Cox House is not fully accessible. There are steps and uneven grounds. URL:https://www.nchsmn.org/event/cox-house-self-guided-tours-2025/2025-08-16/ LOCATION:Cox House\, 500 N. Washington Avenue\, Saint Peter\, MN\, 56082\, United States CATEGORIES:Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.nchsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/WEB-EVENTS-Cox-House-tours.png ORGANIZER;CN="Cox House":MAILTO:cox@nchsmn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250810T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250810T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T152448 CREATED:20250724T225015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T225015Z UID:10000391-1754823600-1754838000@www.nchsmn.org SUMMARY:NCHS at the Fair! DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Nicollet County Fair for “Nicollet County Town Ball: A Nine-Inning Historical Showcase\,” celebrating the rich history of local baseball teams\, including the St. Peter Saints\, Lafayette Grays\, and Courtland Cubs. Visit us inside the Thompson Exhibit Building from Thursday\, August 7\, to Sunday\, August 10\, to talk with staff\, volunteers\, and Board members. URL:https://www.nchsmn.org/event/nchs-at-the-fair-2/2025-08-10/ LOCATION:Nicollet County Fairgrounds\, 400 W. Union Street\, Saint Peter\, MN\, 56082\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibits,Family-friendly,Other ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.nchsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/FP-slider_NC-Fair.png ORGANIZER;CN="Nicollet County Historical Society":MAILTO:info@nchsmn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250809T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250809T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T152448 CREATED:20250724T225015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T225015Z UID:10000390-1754733600-1754769600@www.nchsmn.org SUMMARY:NCHS at the Fair! DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Nicollet County Fair for “Nicollet County Town Ball: A Nine-Inning Historical Showcase\,” celebrating the rich history of local baseball teams\, including the St. Peter Saints\, Lafayette Grays\, and Courtland Cubs. Visit us inside the Thompson Exhibit Building from Thursday\, August 7\, to Sunday\, August 10\, to talk with staff\, volunteers\, and Board members. URL:https://www.nchsmn.org/event/nchs-at-the-fair-2/2025-08-09/ LOCATION:Nicollet County Fairgrounds\, 400 W. Union Street\, Saint Peter\, MN\, 56082\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibits,Family-friendly,Other ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.nchsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/FP-slider_NC-Fair.png ORGANIZER;CN="Nicollet County Historical Society":MAILTO:info@nchsmn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250808T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250808T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T152448 CREATED:20250724T225015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T225015Z UID:10000389-1754647200-1754683200@www.nchsmn.org SUMMARY:NCHS at the Fair! DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Nicollet County Fair for “Nicollet County Town Ball: A Nine-Inning Historical Showcase\,” celebrating the rich history of local baseball teams\, including the St. Peter Saints\, Lafayette Grays\, and Courtland Cubs. Visit us inside the Thompson Exhibit Building from Thursday\, August 7\, to Sunday\, August 10\, to talk with staff\, volunteers\, and Board members. URL:https://www.nchsmn.org/event/nchs-at-the-fair-2/2025-08-08/ LOCATION:Nicollet County Fairgrounds\, 400 W. Union Street\, Saint Peter\, MN\, 56082\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibits,Family-friendly,Other ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.nchsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/FP-slider_NC-Fair.png ORGANIZER;CN="Nicollet County Historical Society":MAILTO:info@nchsmn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250807T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250807T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T152448 CREATED:20250724T225015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T225015Z UID:10000388-1754568000-1754596800@www.nchsmn.org SUMMARY:NCHS at the Fair! DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Nicollet County Fair for “Nicollet County Town Ball: A Nine-Inning Historical Showcase\,” celebrating the rich history of local baseball teams\, including the St. Peter Saints\, Lafayette Grays\, and Courtland Cubs. Visit us inside the Thompson Exhibit Building from Thursday\, August 7\, to Sunday\, August 10\, to talk with staff\, volunteers\, and Board members. URL:https://www.nchsmn.org/event/nchs-at-the-fair-2/2025-08-07/ LOCATION:Nicollet County Fairgrounds\, 400 W. Union Street\, Saint Peter\, MN\, 56082\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibits,Family-friendly,Other ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.nchsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/FP-slider_NC-Fair.png ORGANIZER;CN="Nicollet County Historical Society":MAILTO:info@nchsmn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T152448 CREATED:20250501T221245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T142633Z UID:10000372-1754139600-1754150400@www.nchsmn.org SUMMARY:Cox House Self-guided Tours DESCRIPTION:Cox House Self-Guided Tours Begin in June\nStep inside the beautifully preserved 1871 E. St. Julien Cox House and explore at your own pace. \n\nTour Dates: June 7 & 21\, July 5 & 19\, August 2\, 16 & 30\nHours: 1–4 p.m.\nAdmission: Free. No reservations required. Free-will donations appreciated.\n\nUpon arrival\, you’ll receive a short introduction and a printed guide to help you navigate the home. Wander from room to room and experience what life was like in Victorian-era St. Peter. \nNew this year: A temporary textile display features historic garments from the Nicollet County Historical Society collection\, highlighting fashion\, fabric\, and finely stitched details from the past. \nAdmission: Free will donations are welcome to help us support this historic property\nLocation: In St. Peter\, Minnesota\, at the intersection of Washington Avenue and Skaro Street.\nAccessibility: The Cox House is not fully accessible. There are steps and uneven grounds. URL:https://www.nchsmn.org/event/cox-house-self-guided-tours-2025/2025-08-02/ LOCATION:Cox House\, 500 N. Washington Avenue\, Saint Peter\, MN\, 56082\, United States CATEGORIES:Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.nchsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/WEB-EVENTS-Cox-House-tours.png ORGANIZER;CN="Cox House":MAILTO:cox@nchsmn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250722T091500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250722T213500 DTSTAMP:20260403T152448 CREATED:20240826T183018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T184625Z UID:10000336-1753175700-1753220100@www.nchsmn.org SUMMARY:Community Affairs on KNUJ Radio DESCRIPTION:Make sure to mark your calendar to listen to KNUJ Radio on the fourth Tuesday of every month (except December) at 9:15 am for Community Affairs. During this segment\, NCHS staff will provide insights into the latest happenings within the Society. \n<> URL:https://www.nchsmn.org/event/community-affairs-on-knuj-radio/2025-07-22/ LOCATION:KNUJ Radio CATEGORIES:Notice ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.nchsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/WEB-EVENTS-Community-Affairs.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250719T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250719T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T152448 CREATED:20250501T221245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T142633Z UID:10000371-1752930000-1752940800@www.nchsmn.org SUMMARY:Cox House Self-guided Tours DESCRIPTION:Cox House Self-Guided Tours Begin in June\nStep inside the beautifully preserved 1871 E. St. Julien Cox House and explore at your own pace. \n\nTour Dates: June 7 & 21\, July 5 & 19\, August 2\, 16 & 30\nHours: 1–4 p.m.\nAdmission: Free. No reservations required. Free-will donations appreciated.\n\nUpon arrival\, you’ll receive a short introduction and a printed guide to help you navigate the home. Wander from room to room and experience what life was like in Victorian-era St. Peter. \nNew this year: A temporary textile display features historic garments from the Nicollet County Historical Society collection\, highlighting fashion\, fabric\, and finely stitched details from the past. \nAdmission: Free will donations are welcome to help us support this historic property\nLocation: In St. Peter\, Minnesota\, at the intersection of Washington Avenue and Skaro Street.\nAccessibility: The Cox House is not fully accessible. There are steps and uneven grounds. URL:https://www.nchsmn.org/event/cox-house-self-guided-tours-2025/2025-07-19/ LOCATION:Cox House\, 500 N. Washington Avenue\, Saint Peter\, MN\, 56082\, United States CATEGORIES:Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.nchsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/WEB-EVENTS-Cox-House-tours.png ORGANIZER;CN="Cox House":MAILTO:cox@nchsmn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T152448 CREATED:20250702T222403Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T222404Z UID:10000380-1752314400-1752325200@www.nchsmn.org SUMMARY:Log Cabin Workshop DESCRIPTION:Mark Johnson of Artisan Restoration in Kasota will teach us how cabins were built and maintained in the past during this hands-on workshop. If you’re interested in participating\, please wear appropriate clothing. This event is free\, and no registration is required. URL:https://www.nchsmn.org/event/log-cabin-workshop/ LOCATION:Nicollet County Historical Society – Treaty Site History Center\, 1851 N. Minnesota Avenue\, Saint Peter\, MN\, 56082\, United States CATEGORIES:Lectures & Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.nchsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Log-cabin-wksp-promo.png ORGANIZER;CN="Nicollet County Historical Society":MAILTO:info@nchsmn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250705T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250705T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T152448 CREATED:20250501T221245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T142633Z UID:10000370-1751720400-1751731200@www.nchsmn.org SUMMARY:Cox House Self-guided Tours DESCRIPTION:Cox House Self-Guided Tours Begin in June\nStep inside the beautifully preserved 1871 E. St. Julien Cox House and explore at your own pace. \n\nTour Dates: June 7 & 21\, July 5 & 19\, August 2\, 16 & 30\nHours: 1–4 p.m.\nAdmission: Free. No reservations required. Free-will donations appreciated.\n\nUpon arrival\, you’ll receive a short introduction and a printed guide to help you navigate the home. Wander from room to room and experience what life was like in Victorian-era St. Peter. \nNew this year: A temporary textile display features historic garments from the Nicollet County Historical Society collection\, highlighting fashion\, fabric\, and finely stitched details from the past. \nAdmission: Free will donations are welcome to help us support this historic property\nLocation: In St. Peter\, Minnesota\, at the intersection of Washington Avenue and Skaro Street.\nAccessibility: The Cox House is not fully accessible. There are steps and uneven grounds. URL:https://www.nchsmn.org/event/cox-house-self-guided-tours-2025/2025-07-05/ LOCATION:Cox House\, 500 N. Washington Avenue\, Saint Peter\, MN\, 56082\, United States CATEGORIES:Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.nchsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/WEB-EVENTS-Cox-House-tours.png ORGANIZER;CN="Cox House":MAILTO:cox@nchsmn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250624T091500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250624T213500 DTSTAMP:20260403T152448 CREATED:20240826T183018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T184625Z UID:10000335-1750756500-1750800900@www.nchsmn.org SUMMARY:Community Affairs on KNUJ Radio DESCRIPTION:Make sure to mark your calendar to listen to KNUJ Radio on the fourth Tuesday of every month (except December) at 9:15 am for Community Affairs. During this segment\, NCHS staff will provide insights into the latest happenings within the Society. \n<> URL:https://www.nchsmn.org/event/community-affairs-on-knuj-radio/2025-06-24/ LOCATION:KNUJ Radio CATEGORIES:Notice ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.nchsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/WEB-EVENTS-Community-Affairs.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250621T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250621T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T152448 CREATED:20250501T221245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T142633Z UID:10000369-1750510800-1750521600@www.nchsmn.org SUMMARY:Cox House Self-guided Tours DESCRIPTION:Cox House Self-Guided Tours Begin in June\nStep inside the beautifully preserved 1871 E. St. Julien Cox House and explore at your own pace. \n\nTour Dates: June 7 & 21\, July 5 & 19\, August 2\, 16 & 30\nHours: 1–4 p.m.\nAdmission: Free. No reservations required. Free-will donations appreciated.\n\nUpon arrival\, you’ll receive a short introduction and a printed guide to help you navigate the home. Wander from room to room and experience what life was like in Victorian-era St. Peter. \nNew this year: A temporary textile display features historic garments from the Nicollet County Historical Society collection\, highlighting fashion\, fabric\, and finely stitched details from the past. \nAdmission: Free will donations are welcome to help us support this historic property\nLocation: In St. Peter\, Minnesota\, at the intersection of Washington Avenue and Skaro Street.\nAccessibility: The Cox House is not fully accessible. There are steps and uneven grounds. URL:https://www.nchsmn.org/event/cox-house-self-guided-tours-2025/2025-06-21/ LOCATION:Cox House\, 500 N. Washington Avenue\, Saint Peter\, MN\, 56082\, United States CATEGORIES:Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.nchsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/WEB-EVENTS-Cox-House-tours.png ORGANIZER;CN="Cox House":MAILTO:cox@nchsmn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250607T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250607T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T152448 CREATED:20250501T221245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T142633Z UID:10000368-1749301200-1749312000@www.nchsmn.org SUMMARY:Cox House Self-guided Tours DESCRIPTION:Cox House Self-Guided Tours Begin in June\nStep inside the beautifully preserved 1871 E. St. Julien Cox House and explore at your own pace. \n\nTour Dates: June 7 & 21\, July 5 & 19\, August 2\, 16 & 30\nHours: 1–4 p.m.\nAdmission: Free. No reservations required. Free-will donations appreciated.\n\nUpon arrival\, you’ll receive a short introduction and a printed guide to help you navigate the home. Wander from room to room and experience what life was like in Victorian-era St. Peter. \nNew this year: A temporary textile display features historic garments from the Nicollet County Historical Society collection\, highlighting fashion\, fabric\, and finely stitched details from the past. \nAdmission: Free will donations are welcome to help us support this historic property\nLocation: In St. Peter\, Minnesota\, at the intersection of Washington Avenue and Skaro Street.\nAccessibility: The Cox House is not fully accessible. There are steps and uneven grounds. URL:https://www.nchsmn.org/event/cox-house-self-guided-tours-2025/2025-06-07/ LOCATION:Cox House\, 500 N. Washington Avenue\, Saint Peter\, MN\, 56082\, United States CATEGORIES:Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.nchsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/WEB-EVENTS-Cox-House-tours.png ORGANIZER;CN="Cox House":MAILTO:cox@nchsmn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250527T091500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250527T213500 DTSTAMP:20260403T152448 CREATED:20240826T183018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T184625Z UID:10000334-1748337300-1748381700@www.nchsmn.org SUMMARY:Community Affairs on KNUJ Radio DESCRIPTION:Make sure to mark your calendar to listen to KNUJ Radio on the fourth Tuesday of every month (except December) at 9:15 am for Community Affairs. During this segment\, NCHS staff will provide insights into the latest happenings within the Society. \n<> URL:https://www.nchsmn.org/event/community-affairs-on-knuj-radio/2025-05-27/ LOCATION:KNUJ Radio CATEGORIES:Notice ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.nchsmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/WEB-EVENTS-Community-Affairs.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR