This is the story of one buttermaker, immigrant farmers to Nicollet County, and the prize at the 1900 Paris World's Fair for the world's best butter. NCHS members are welcome to join us for this program.
Santa is visiting the Cox House before his busy season starts! Families will have 10 minutes with Santa to grab that perfect holiday snapshot.
NCHS offices and exhibits are closing at noon today due to inclement weather and deteriorating driving conditions.
Experience old, cherished traditions and create new ones as you celebrate the season during Christmas at the Cox House.
Spend the afternoon exploring the Cox House at your own pace. The house is lavishly decorated for Christmas in true Victorian style. At the close of your visit, enjoy light refreshments.
Gather the kids for a family day at the Cox House. Bring them to experience what a Victorian Christmas would be like for children in the late 1800s.
You’ll find lots of fun things to do at Super Snow Saturday. Bring the kids for fun activities, including a scavenger hunt, make-and-take craft, and a movie!
NCHS has been selected to benefit from the Hy-Vee Reusable Bag Program! Each time the $2.50 “My Heart” Reusable Bag is purchased at the St. Peter Hy-Vee during March and April, we will receive a $1 donation.
Join us for the 2022 NCHS Annual Business Meeting on Sunday, March 26, at 1:00 p.m. at the Treaty Site History Center in Saint Peter.
See the world through the eyes of an orphan red squirrel called Billy, as he grows up and develops all the skills he will need to be released back to the wild.
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.
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)
