A group of five people in old-fashioned clothing stand at dusk near a riverbank; one holds a lantern. Faded map lines are visible in the background. Text reads: "Shadows at the Crossing, Spirits of Old Traverse des Sioux, October 3 & 4, 2025.

Shadows at the Crossing: Spirits of Old Traverse des Sioux

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.

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A group of five people in old-fashioned clothing stand at dusk near a riverbank; one holds a lantern. Faded map lines are visible in the background. Text reads: "Shadows at the Crossing, Spirits of Old Traverse des Sioux, October 3 & 4, 2025.

Shadows at the Crossing: Spirits of Old Traverse des Sioux

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.

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A group of five people in old-fashioned clothing stand at dusk near a riverbank; one holds a lantern. Faded map lines are visible in the background. Text reads: "Shadows at the Crossing, Spirits of Old Traverse des Sioux, October 3 & 4, 2025.

Shadows at the Crossing: Spirits of Old Traverse des Sioux

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.

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A blue historical marker sign for Old Traverse Cemetery describes its founding in 1856, burial of missionaries, pioneers, and Civil War veterans, and efforts to minister and educate the Sioux people. Trees and grass are visible behind.

Greenlawn Cemetery

Nestled near the historic community of Traverse des Sioux, Greenlawn Cemetery, also known as Old Traverse Cemetery, was the first platted cemetery in Nicollet County.

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A person dressed in historical attire stands in the dark holding a lantern, beside text that reads, "Shadows at the Crossing: Spirits of Old Traverse des Sioux." A faint map is visible in the background.

Shadows at the Crossing: Spirits of Old Traverse des Sioux

Experience history come to life on our Shadows at the Crossing walking tour. Accompany guides as they introduce you to the fascinating people who once called Traverse des Sioux home, with talented local actors reenacting their stories.

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Nicollet County Historical Society Hosts “Shadows at the Crossing: Spirits of Old Traverse des Sioux”

​Saint Peter, MN (​​September ​27, 2023)  – The Nicollet County Historical Society (NCHS) is excited to announce the fifth annual event of Shadows at the Crossing: Spirits of Old Traverse des Sioux, taking place on the evenings of October 6 and 7, 2023. This unforgettable experience will transport participants back more than

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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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NUMEROUS TREATY VIOLATIONS

The Dakota never saw most of the money they were owed. The reservation decreased from 50 miles on either side of the Minnesota River in 1851 to 10 miles by 1858. The treaty failed to provide a new sustainable life for the Dakota. Crop failures, lack of game, and broken

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