Tag: family friendly

Opening Reception: Strange Paradises

Join us for the opening reception of Strange Paradises, featuring artwork by Jim Shrosbree, Todd Shanafelt, and Pocket Toscani, three artists whose work blurs the lines between sculpture, painting, and drawing. Each explores material, form, and meaning in their own way—balancing structure and spontaneity, the

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Family Day At The History Center

Join us for family fun at the Blue Earth County History Center! Each month, enjoy free admission, a scavenger hunt, crafts, and a hands-on history workshop for all ages! Workshops will be short 20-30 minute sessions held at 10:30 am and 2 pm. (most months)

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Family Day At The History Center

Join us at the Blue Earth County History Center on Saturday, January 11 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for Family Day at the History Center. Admission is free for everyone. Each month the History Center offers free admission to the Museum. Family activities include

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Christmas at the Hubbard House Self-Guided Tours

Step back in time to a Victorian Christmas, where the melodious sounds of the holidays and winter-themed art immerses you in the beauty of the holiday season. During the opening weekend, enjoy a living history experience with costumed characters where you can meet the Hubbard

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Christmas at the Hubbard House Self-Guided Tours

Step back in time to a Victorian Christmas, where the melodious sounds of the holidays and winter-themed art immerses you in the beauty of the holiday season. During the opening weekend, enjoy a living history experience with costumed characters where you can meet the Hubbard

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American Bison Program with Tim Pulis

Join Tim Pulis, Minneopa State Park Bison Ambassador, for an introduction to the history and biology of the largest land mammal in North America, the American Plains Bison. Admission is $10/adults, $5/children 5-17, free for BECHS Members

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Remembering The Rapidan Dam Program

Join us for a special program at the History Center with BECHS Staff and Rick Pepper in remembering the Rapidan Dam. Staff will present the 1910 construction and early history of the Rapidan Dam. Rick Pepper, photo historian, will present his new book Remembering The

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Blue Earth County Historical Society’s Anniversary Open House

Join us at the Blue Earth County History Center to celebrate 123 years of collecting, preserving, and presenting Blue Earth County’s rich history! Activities include: -Free Admission to the History Center Museum -Gift Shop Sales -Daily Door Prizes -Exploring our latest exhibits “TOYS!” and “Blue

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Halloween Party at the Betsy-Tacy Houses!

Wear your Halloween costume, and join us for food, games, storytime, and tours of Mankato’s historic Betsy-Tacy Houses! All participants are eligible to win one of six vintage Madame Alexander dolls. Our gift shop is open from 1 to 4 p.m. Tours are at 1,

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Zero Waste Day in the Park

Join in the fun. Come to the Zero Waste Day in the Park at Sibley Park pavilion, 900 Park Lane, Mankato, on Sunday, September 8, from noon to 3:00. Totally free is: food; music; clothing swap and mending clinic; electronic repair and recycling; face painting;

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