Urgent Call for Volunteer Actors! Join “Shadows at the Crossing” on October 6-7

The Nicollet County Historical Society is thrilled about the return of our annual event, Shadows at the Crossing: Spirits of Old Traverse des Sioux. This unique experience allows attendees to step back in time and interact with the pioneer citizens of Traverse des Sioux as they share their stories and experiences. Unfortunately, we

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

SHADOWS AT THE CROSSING: SPIRITS OF OLD TRAVERSE DES SIOUX

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

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

SHADOWS AT THE CROSSING: SPIRITS OF OLD TRAVERSE DES SIOUX

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

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Shadows at the Crossing

Join us for the return of this popular and informative guided after-dark outdoor walking tour! You’ll meet personalities who lived in the Traverse des Sioux area over 160 years ago. Local actors portray their “spirits” by telling dramatic and humorous stories about their lives and experiences. You’ll find these stories

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