HISTORY CENTER
Providing a modern approach to preserving and sharing history about Blue Earth County, our History Center highlights the heritage of this county. The displays throughout the History Center work to bring history to life, inspiring all who interact with us to personally and intimately connect with Blue Earth County’s history.
THE HISTORY CENTER IS HOME TO:
Blue Earth County History Museum*
Temporary Exhibits
Public Art Gallery
*The museum features hands-on history fun in the interactive pioneer cabin and barn, a diorama of 1880s Mankato, treasures from local author Maud Hart Lovelace, plus traveling exhibits. Admission fees apply for this self-guided tour.
LOCATION
LOCATION
424 Warren Street
Mankato, MN 56001
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HOURS
HOURS
Tuesday-Friday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Closed Sunday-Monday
ADMISSION
ADMISSION
Adults: $10.00, Seniors (65+): $8.00
Children 5-17: $5.00, Children under 5: Free
BECHS Members: Free
HISTORY CENTER FEATURED DISPLAY:
TOYS!
Explore the best-loved and most fondly remembered toys of the 19th and 20th centuries in the newest History Center exhibit. Stroll down memory lane with toys like erector sets, paper dolls, rocking horses and play kitchens. Revisit the great toys of your childhood in this cool new exhibit.
HISTORY CENTER MAIN LEVEL FEATURED DISPLAY
BLUE EARTH COUNTY’S MAIN STREETS
On display now, Blue Earth County’s Main Streets is a celebration of the places, people, and stories that make main street so special.
Lower Level Quarterly Artist: Kristian Bjornstad, Portraits from the Minnesota Fairgrounds;
Upper Level Quarterly Artist: Grace Keir, Mini Pieces: A Collections of Small Wall Hangings
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