BECHS History Book Club To Banish Forever by Cathy Coats April – June 2025 In 1863, after the end of the US–Dakota War, a group of men in Mankato, Minnesota, formed a secret society. At the beginning of every meeting, members of the Knights of
The Blue Earth County Historical Society’s Annual Meeting will be held on Saturday, March 22, at 11 a.m. at the Minnesota State University, Mankato Centennial Student Union. The Annual Meeting will feature a meal, short State-of-the-Society business meeting, and keynote address by Dr. Kyle Ward.
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)
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
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
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
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
The GSR Fine Art Festival by Twin Rivers is an annual, free event held in Mankato, MN, the weekend immediately following Thanksgiving. We are Greater Mankato’s only juried art festival dedicated to serving professional artists, authors, and those working towards that goal, by connecting them
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
Visit the Historic R.D. Hubbard House for Special Flashlight Tours Fridays October 4 – November 1! Tours will explore Victorian Mourning Customs and Superstitions while visiting restricted areas in the Carriage House, and Hubbard House Attic and Basement. Tours begin at 7:00, 8:00, and 9:00