Nicollet County Historical Society

Viewers Like Us Club | America Outdoors: Minnesota
2026-05-07 14:00 - 15:30 (America/Chicago) | Nicollet County Historical Society – Treaty Site History Center, 1851 N. Minnesota Avenue, Saint Peter, MN, 56082, United States
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 as you explore topics like Minnesota history, food, and culture. Free and open to all!
America Outdoors: Minnesota
What does the wild mean to Americans today? To find out, Baratunde journeys into Minnesota’s Arrowhead Region, one of the last places where you can hike or paddle your way into the remote wilderness. From passionate birders to harvesters of wild rice, he encounters a fascinating cast of characters—and hears from them why wilderness means so much.
Topics include:
♣ Minnesota geography
♣ Outdoor activities
♣ Climate change

More Than Money: Planning for Your Legacy & Your Family Treasures
2026-05-20 14:00 - 15:00 | Nicollet County Historical Society – Treaty Site History Center, 1851 N. Minnesota Avenue, Saint Peter, MN, 56082, United States
*** Space is limited to 35 participants. Advance reservations are required.
History isn’t just about the past; it’s about the foundation we leave for those who follow. You’ve spent a lifetime collecting stories, photos, and heirlooms. What happens to them next?
Join NCHS and attorney Jared Koch of Blethen Berens for a unique seminar that balances financial stewardship with historical preservation, ensuring your legacy is protected for generations to learn from.
Learn how to create an estate plan that protects your family’s financial future while also ensuring that your “treasures,” from 19th-century letters to local business records, are properly preserved and that your executor understands their value and your intentions.
What you’ll learn:

Best legal practices for donating historical documents, photos, family heirlooms, or artifacts so they remain within the community
How to ensure generational property is transitioned thoughtfully and what to consider before donating
The tax-saving benefits of naming a nonprofit as a beneficiary
How to include the Nicollet County Historical Society or another nonprofit in your will or trust without affecting your current lifestyle

About the PresenterJared Koch is an attorney with Blethen Berens, where he focuses on estate planning, probate, and incapacity planning. He works closely with individuals and families to create tailored estate plans and to guide them through complex decisions with clarity and care. He also assists clients with guardianship and conservatorship matters, helping ensure long-term support and protection for loved ones.
Learn more about Jared and his practice:https://www.blethenberens.com/staff/jared-koch

Community Affairs on KNUJ Radio
2026-05-26 09:15 - 21:35, 2026-06-23 09:15 - 21:35, 2026-07-28 09:15 - 21:35, 2026-08-25 09:15 - 21:35, 2026-09-22 09:15 - 21:35, 2026-10-27 09:15 - 21:35, 2026-11-24 09:15 - 21:35 | KNUJ Radio
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.
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Cox House Summer Tours
2026-06-06 13:00 - 16:00 | Cox House, 500 N. Washington Avenue, Saint Peter, MN, 56082, United States
Step inside the beautifully restored E. St. Julien Cox House and explore at your own pace. No reservations needed.
When you arrive, we’ll give you a brief introduction and a printed guide to help you move from room to room and experience what Victorian-era living looked like.
This summer, we’re also featuring Votes for Women: A Portrait of Persistence on the main floor, a Smithsonian poster exhibit that explores the women’s suffrage movement and connects it to local history through the life of Lillien Cox Gault.
Admission is free. Free-will donations are gratefully accepted and help us care for this beautiful historic home. Thank you!
Please note: The Cox House is not fully accessible. There are steps and uneven ground.

Votes for Women: A Portrait of Persistence is organized by the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service in collaboration with the National Portrait Gallery. This project received support from the Smithsonian American Women’s History Initiative.
