Nicollet County Historical Society – Treaty Site History Center

Color photo of the Treaty Site History Center museum.
Address
1851 N. Minnesota Avenue
Saint Peter, MN 56082 United States Get Directions
Phone 507-934-2160

The Treaty Site History Center is located in Saint Peter, MN, one mile north of downtown, just off of US Highway 169 North.

Address
1851 N. Minnesota Avenue
Saint Peter, MN 56082

Accessible parking
A free parking lot is available at the site.
Two disability parking spots are located near the museum’s entrance.
The parking lot and sidewalk are paved.

General
Service animals are welcome
First aid kits are available.
Restrooms on-site are accessible.

For visitors with mobility disabilities
The History Center is a single-floor building
Public restrooms at the History Center include accessible facilities and diaper-changing stations.

About
The Nicollet County Historical Society was organized on August 22, 1928. From its home in the Treaty Site History Center, the Nicollet County Historical Society preserves, protects, and interprets the history of Nicollet County and the state of Minnesota.

The Treaty Site History Center features a nationally recognized and award-winning exhibit on the Traverse des Sioux Treaty of 1851 and its consequences. Other features of interest include local history exhibits, a gift shop, and a full-service research archive.

Events at this venue

Today

  • Image with small pumpkins lined up at the bottom against a yellow background. Text reads: “Closed for Fall Break November 27–29.”.

    CLOSED FOR FALL BREAK

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    Nicollet County Historical Society sites and offices are closed for fall break, November 27-29, 2025.

  • A small wooden cabin with a shingled roof and a ramp stands on a grassy area, surrounded by trees. A wooden fence and a tree are visible in the foreground on a sunny day.

    Log Cabin Workshop

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    Nicollet County Historical Society - Treaty Site History Center 1851 N. Minnesota Avenue, Saint Peter, MN, United States

    Mark Johnson of Artisan Restoration in Kasota will teach us how cabins were built and maintained in the past during this hands-on workshop.

  • Sepia-toned image with a vintage photograph of a woman against a backdrop of an American flag. Text reads: "STRIPPED OF CITIZENSHIP: American-born Women, Marriage, and Expatriation in Minnesota" with Lori Ann Lahlum. A red "VOID" stamp is on the bottom left.

    Stripped of Citizenship: American-born Women, Marriage, and Expatriation in Minnesota

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    In this presentation, "Stripped of Citizenship: American-born Women, Marriage, and Expatriation in Minnesota," Lori Ann Lahlum explores the expatriation of American-born women in Minnesota who married aliens and the ways in which we can reclaim their stories.

  • A figure with a parachute harness holds a briefcase, standing against a cloudy sky backdrop with a small plane. Yellow text reads "I am DB Cooper." Dollar bills are scattered in the air, and trees are visible in the foreground.

    Film Series | I Am DB Cooper

    Nicollet County Historical Society - Treaty Site History Center 1851 N. Minnesota Avenue, Saint Peter, MN, United States

    In 1971, DB Cooper boarded a plane, stole $190,000, and jumped out. "I Am DB Cooper" is a hybrid-documentary of a modern day treasure hunt to uncover truths about the only unsolved hijacking in US history.

  • Illustration of the Treaty Site History Center with blue sky and trees in the background. Text reads: "Free Day Friday, April 18 | 10 AM - 4 PM, Nicollet County Historical Society.

    Free Day Friday

    Nicollet County Historical Society - Treaty Site History Center 1851 N. Minnesota Avenue, Saint Peter, MN, United States

    Mark your calendar for a free day at the History Center! Enjoy a cost-free experience on Friday, April 18, 2025.

  • Text reading "Nicollet County Historical Society Annual Business Meeting, Monday, April 7, 5:00-7:00 p.m." is overlaid on a faded map background.

    Annual Meeting

    Nicollet County Historical Society - Treaty Site History Center 1851 N. Minnesota Avenue, Saint Peter, MN, United States

    Mark your calendar for the annual business meeting on April 7. Everyone is welcome to attend this free event.

  • Sketch of a baseball player pitching is overlaid on a blurred background with large text reading "KITTY TO COOPERSTOWN." The player wears a cap and uniform, and a baseball is depicted near the text. A blue signature is visible in the bottom right corner.

    Film Series | Kitty to Cooperstown

    Nicollet County Historical Society - Treaty Site History Center 1851 N. Minnesota Avenue, Saint Peter, MN, United States

    "Kitty to Cooperstown" chronicles the extraordinary journey of Jim Kaat, one of baseball's most enduring legends. This documentary traces Kaat's eight-decade-long career, from on the mound to in the booth. Through exclusive interviews with Hall of Fame players and reporters, "Kitty to Cooperstown" delves deep into Kaat's life, showcasing his dedication, resilience, and passion for the game.

  • The image shows a richly decorated cathedral ceiling with ornate designs and stained glass windows. Text overlay reads "On Eagle's Wings: Minnesota's Sacred Music.

    Film Series | On Eagle’s Wings: Minnesota’s Sacred Music

    Nicollet County Historical Society - Treaty Site History Center 1851 N. Minnesota Avenue, Saint Peter, MN, United States

    Explore the dramatic shift in sacred music when major Christian religions attempted to reach out to engage the congregation.

  • An elderly man in a military uniform and cap sits at a typewriter on a wooden table, surrounded by papers. The room has several windows with partially closed blinds and warm lighting from lamps.

    Film Series | The Typist

    Nicollet County Historical Society - Treaty Site History Center 1851 N. Minnesota Avenue, Saint Peter, MN, United States

    Explore the life of Larry Tillemans, the last living clerk-typist of the Nuremberg Trials. Discover his experiences documenting testimonies of Holocaust victims and perpetrators, and how he dedicated his life to sharing these vital lessons of history.

  • Blurred image of birch trees with text announcing that we are closed for winter break from December 22, 2024, to January 6, 2025.

    CLOSED FOR WINTER BREAK

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    Our museums and offices are closed for winter break from December 22, 2024 - January 6, 2025.

  • A colorful geological map serves as the background for a central text box. The text reads: "Our Landscape as a Time Machine: St. Peter's Geologic Past." Various shades and patterns indicate different geological features.

    Our Landscape as a Time Machine: St. Peter’s Geologic Past

    Nicollet County Historical Society - Treaty Site History Center 1851 N. Minnesota Avenue, Saint Peter, MN, United States

    This presentation will introduce participants to St. Peter's geologic history through the lens of geologic maps. You'll learn how maps help us reconstruct the past and how they help us locate natural resources. Finally, you'll learn about some places nearby that reveal the evidence of our geologic past.

  • Illustrated scene of a snowy evening with a crowd of people holding glowing candles and walking towards a warmly lit church. The words "The First Silent Night" are written in script at the top of the image. Snow-covered trees and buildings are in the background.

    Film Series | The First Silent Night

    Nicollet County Historical Society - Treaty Site History Center 1851 N. Minnesota Avenue, Saint Peter, MN, United States

    Join renowned actor Simon Callow as he uncovers the moving origins of Silent Night.