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SUMMARY:Community Film Showings: Indigenous People's Day
DESCRIPTION:Community Film Showings\, FREE:\n“Columbus Day Legacy” \n“Columbus Day Legacy” explores tensions and contradictions between Native and Italian-American participants in the ongoing Columbus Day parade controversy in Denver\, Colorado. This very personal yet public conflict is visualized through hard questions about the freedom of speech\, the interpretation of history\, and what it means to be an “American.” – Vision Maker Media \nFriday\, Oct 10\, 2025\n1:00 PM Showing at Blue Earth County Historical Society\n424 Warren Street\, Mankato: \n3:00 PM Showing at MSU Campus – MSU Campus\, Centennial Student Union\, Room 245\n620 West S Road\, Mankato – FREE Parking in CSU Visitor Lot
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/community-film-showings-indigenous-peoples-day/2025-10-10/2/
LOCATION:Blue Earth County Historical Society\, 424 Warren St\, Mankato\, Minnesota\, 56001
CATEGORIES:Advocacy
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SUMMARY:Community Film Showings: Indigenous People's Day
DESCRIPTION:Community Film Showings\, FREE:\n“Columbus Day Legacy” \n“Columbus Day Legacy” explores tensions and contradictions between Native and Italian-American participants in the ongoing Columbus Day parade controversy in Denver\, Colorado. This very personal yet public conflict is visualized through hard questions about the freedom of speech\, the interpretation of history\, and what it means to be an “American.” – Vision Maker Media \nFriday\, Oct 10\, 2025\n1:00 PM Showing at Blue Earth County Historical Society\n424 Warren Street\, Mankato: \n3:00 PM Showing at MSU Campus – MSU Campus\, Centennial Student Union\, Room 245\n620 West S Road\, Mankato – FREE Parking in CSU Visitor Lot
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/community-film-showings-indigenous-peoples-day/2025-10-10/1/
LOCATION:Blue Earth County Historical Society\, 424 Warren St\, Mankato\, Minnesota\, 56001
CATEGORIES:Advocacy
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SUMMARY:Family Day At The History Center
DESCRIPTION: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) \nVisit our website at BlueEarthCountyHistory.com/Events for monthly details. \nFree and open to the public.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/family-day-at-the-history-center-5/2025-09-13/
LOCATION:Blue Earth County Historical Society\, 424 Warren St\, Mankato\, Minnesota\, 56001
CATEGORIES:Community Activities
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SUMMARY:Family Day At The History Center
DESCRIPTION: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) \nVisit our website at BlueEarthCountyHistory.com/Events for monthly details. \nFree and open to the public.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/family-day-at-the-history-center-5/2025-08-09/
LOCATION:Blue Earth County Historical Society\, 424 Warren St\, Mankato\, Minnesota\, 56001
CATEGORIES:Community Activities
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SUMMARY:Family Day At The History Center
DESCRIPTION: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) \nVisit our website at BlueEarthCountyHistory.com/Events for monthly details. \nFree and open to the public.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/family-day-at-the-history-center-5/2025-07-12/
LOCATION:Blue Earth County Historical Society\, 424 Warren St\, Mankato\, Minnesota\, 56001
CATEGORIES:Community Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Blue Earth County Historical Soceity":MAILTO:museum@blueearthcountyhistory.com
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SUMMARY:BECHS History Book Club Spring Series
DESCRIPTION:BECHS History Book Club\nTo Banish Forever by Cathy Coats\nApril – June 2025 \nIn 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 Forest recited its ritual pledge\, including these words: “I sincerely hope this meeting may be profitable to each one of us\, and that we may go forth from this Lodge stronger and braver in the determination to banish forever from our beautiful State every Indian who now desecrates our soil.” \nThe Ho-Chunk people\, who had not participated in the war\, occupied a reservation about two miles south of Mankato on some of the state’s richest agricultural lands. The Knights—determined to claim these lands for their own profit—advocated for the removal of the Ho-Chunk\, who had already been forced to move three times before settling in Blue Earth County of south-central Minnesota. Exploiting the fears of white people living in the area at the end of the brutal war\, the Knights sent armed men to surround the Ho-Chunk reservation\, threatening to shoot anyone who crossed the line. Within just a few years\, the Ho-Chunk had been kicked off their land and removed to reservations outside of the state. \nThis is the story of the Knights\, the Ho-Chunk\, and the ethnic cleansing of southern Minnesota. \nBECHS History Book Club Sessions: To Banish Forever\nApril 19\, 1 p.m. – At this first session\, books will be available to pick up. In addition\, the group will be introduced to the History Book Club format\, historical context about the book’s setting\, and address any questions participants may have. Pre-register now to ensure there’s a book waiting for you; Heather@BlueEarthCountyHistory.com \nMay 17\, 1 p.m. – Special guest\, Cathy Coats will be here to talk about her book. \nJune 21\, 1 p.m. – Final session is To Banish Forever group book discussion with prepared Q & A. \nThe Blue Earth County Historical Society is excited to offer the new BECHS History Book Club. The new quarterly book club goes beyond a classic group book read and discussion. Over three months\, while participants read the book\, additional monthly sessions will include a discussion of the book’s setting and social history\, a special presentation on a related historical topic\, and conclude with a group book discussion. \nThe BECHS History Book Club is $50 which includes a paperback copy of the book\, admission to the speaker\, and group book discussion\, refreshments and a small gift for completing the activities. ($60 value!) All programs will be held at the History Center or virtually if winter weather is a concern. \nAlready have a copy of the book but what to come to the speaker or just the book discussion? Individual programs are $10 each.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/bechs-history-book-club-spring-series/2025-06-21/
LOCATION:Blue Earth County Historical Society\, 424 Warren St\, Mankato\, Minnesota\, 56001
CATEGORIES:Community Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Blue Earth County Historical Soceity":MAILTO:museum@blueearthcountyhistory.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250614T100000
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CREATED:20250129T210808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T210808Z
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SUMMARY:Family Day At The History Center
DESCRIPTION: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) \nVisit our website at BlueEarthCountyHistory.com/Events for monthly details. \nFree and open to the public.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/family-day-at-the-history-center-5/2025-06-14/
LOCATION:Blue Earth County Historical Society\, 424 Warren St\, Mankato\, Minnesota\, 56001
CATEGORIES:Community Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Blue Earth County Historical Soceity":MAILTO:museum@blueearthcountyhistory.com
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SUMMARY:BECHS History Book Club Spring Series
DESCRIPTION:BECHS History Book Club\nTo Banish Forever by Cathy Coats\nApril – June 2025 \nIn 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 Forest recited its ritual pledge\, including these words: “I sincerely hope this meeting may be profitable to each one of us\, and that we may go forth from this Lodge stronger and braver in the determination to banish forever from our beautiful State every Indian who now desecrates our soil.” \nThe Ho-Chunk people\, who had not participated in the war\, occupied a reservation about two miles south of Mankato on some of the state’s richest agricultural lands. The Knights—determined to claim these lands for their own profit—advocated for the removal of the Ho-Chunk\, who had already been forced to move three times before settling in Blue Earth County of south-central Minnesota. Exploiting the fears of white people living in the area at the end of the brutal war\, the Knights sent armed men to surround the Ho-Chunk reservation\, threatening to shoot anyone who crossed the line. Within just a few years\, the Ho-Chunk had been kicked off their land and removed to reservations outside of the state. \nThis is the story of the Knights\, the Ho-Chunk\, and the ethnic cleansing of southern Minnesota. \nBECHS History Book Club Sessions: To Banish Forever\nApril 19\, 1 p.m. – At this first session\, books will be available to pick up. In addition\, the group will be introduced to the History Book Club format\, historical context about the book’s setting\, and address any questions participants may have. Pre-register now to ensure there’s a book waiting for you; Heather@BlueEarthCountyHistory.com \nMay 17\, 1 p.m. – Special guest\, Cathy Coats will be here to talk about her book. \nJune 21\, 1 p.m. – Final session is To Banish Forever group book discussion with prepared Q & A. \nThe Blue Earth County Historical Society is excited to offer the new BECHS History Book Club. The new quarterly book club goes beyond a classic group book read and discussion. Over three months\, while participants read the book\, additional monthly sessions will include a discussion of the book’s setting and social history\, a special presentation on a related historical topic\, and conclude with a group book discussion. \nThe BECHS History Book Club is $50 which includes a paperback copy of the book\, admission to the speaker\, and group book discussion\, refreshments and a small gift for completing the activities. ($60 value!) All programs will be held at the History Center or virtually if winter weather is a concern. \nAlready have a copy of the book but what to come to the speaker or just the book discussion? Individual programs are $10 each.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/bechs-history-book-club-spring-series/2025-05-17/
LOCATION:Blue Earth County Historical Society\, 424 Warren St\, Mankato\, Minnesota\, 56001
CATEGORIES:Community Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Blue Earth County Historical Soceity":MAILTO:museum@blueearthcountyhistory.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T100000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T210808Z
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SUMMARY:Family Day At The History Center
DESCRIPTION: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) \nVisit our website at BlueEarthCountyHistory.com/Events for monthly details. \nFree and open to the public.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/family-day-at-the-history-center-5/2025-05-10/
LOCATION:Blue Earth County Historical Society\, 424 Warren St\, Mankato\, Minnesota\, 56001
CATEGORIES:Community Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Blue Earth County Historical Soceity":MAILTO:museum@blueearthcountyhistory.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250419T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250419T140000
DTSTAMP:20260606T230701
CREATED:20250131T222710Z
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SUMMARY:BECHS History Book Club Spring Series
DESCRIPTION:BECHS History Book Club\nTo Banish Forever by Cathy Coats\nApril – June 2025 \nIn 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 Forest recited its ritual pledge\, including these words: “I sincerely hope this meeting may be profitable to each one of us\, and that we may go forth from this Lodge stronger and braver in the determination to banish forever from our beautiful State every Indian who now desecrates our soil.” \nThe Ho-Chunk people\, who had not participated in the war\, occupied a reservation about two miles south of Mankato on some of the state’s richest agricultural lands. The Knights—determined to claim these lands for their own profit—advocated for the removal of the Ho-Chunk\, who had already been forced to move three times before settling in Blue Earth County of south-central Minnesota. Exploiting the fears of white people living in the area at the end of the brutal war\, the Knights sent armed men to surround the Ho-Chunk reservation\, threatening to shoot anyone who crossed the line. Within just a few years\, the Ho-Chunk had been kicked off their land and removed to reservations outside of the state. \nThis is the story of the Knights\, the Ho-Chunk\, and the ethnic cleansing of southern Minnesota. \nBECHS History Book Club Sessions: To Banish Forever\nApril 19\, 1 p.m. – At this first session\, books will be available to pick up. In addition\, the group will be introduced to the History Book Club format\, historical context about the book’s setting\, and address any questions participants may have. Pre-register now to ensure there’s a book waiting for you; Heather@BlueEarthCountyHistory.com \nMay 17\, 1 p.m. – Special guest\, Cathy Coats will be here to talk about her book. \nJune 21\, 1 p.m. – Final session is To Banish Forever group book discussion with prepared Q & A. \nThe Blue Earth County Historical Society is excited to offer the new BECHS History Book Club. The new quarterly book club goes beyond a classic group book read and discussion. Over three months\, while participants read the book\, additional monthly sessions will include a discussion of the book’s setting and social history\, a special presentation on a related historical topic\, and conclude with a group book discussion. \nThe BECHS History Book Club is $50 which includes a paperback copy of the book\, admission to the speaker\, and group book discussion\, refreshments and a small gift for completing the activities. ($60 value!) All programs will be held at the History Center or virtually if winter weather is a concern. \nAlready have a copy of the book but what to come to the speaker or just the book discussion? Individual programs are $10 each.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/bechs-history-book-club-spring-series/2025-04-19/
LOCATION:Blue Earth County Historical Society\, 424 Warren St\, Mankato\, Minnesota\, 56001
CATEGORIES:Community Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Blue Earth County Historical Soceity":MAILTO:museum@blueearthcountyhistory.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250412T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250412T160000
DTSTAMP:20260606T230701
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T210808Z
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SUMMARY:Family Day At The History Center
DESCRIPTION: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) \nVisit our website at BlueEarthCountyHistory.com/Events for monthly details. \nFree and open to the public.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/family-day-at-the-history-center-5/2025-04-12/
LOCATION:Blue Earth County Historical Society\, 424 Warren St\, Mankato\, Minnesota\, 56001
CATEGORIES:Community Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Blue Earth County Historical Soceity":MAILTO:museum@blueearthcountyhistory.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250322T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250322T130000
DTSTAMP:20260606T230701
CREATED:20250130T184500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T184500Z
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SUMMARY:BECHS Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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. \nDr. Ward’s address is in collaboration with the traveling exhibit Americans and the Holocaust on display at the Memorial Library from March 19 – April 26\, 2025. The exhibit examines the motives\, pressures\, and fears that shaped Americans’ responses to Nazism\, war\, and genocide in Europe during the 1930s-1940s. It also addresses important themes in American history\, exploring the many factors that influenced decisions made by the U.S. Government\, the news media\, organizations\, and individuals as they responded to Nazism. \nTickets are $50/person and can be purchased at www.BlueEarthCountyHistory.com
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/bechs-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Minnesota State University\, Mankato\, Centennial Student Union\, Ballroom\, Mankato\, Minnesota\, 56001
CATEGORIES:Community Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Blue Earth County Historical Soceity":MAILTO:museum@blueearthcountyhistory.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250308T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250308T160000
DTSTAMP:20260606T230701
CREATED:20250129T210808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T210808Z
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SUMMARY:Family Day At The History Center
DESCRIPTION: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) \nVisit our website at BlueEarthCountyHistory.com/Events for monthly details. \nFree and open to the public.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/family-day-at-the-history-center-5/2025-03-08/
LOCATION:Blue Earth County Historical Society\, 424 Warren St\, Mankato\, Minnesota\, 56001
CATEGORIES:Community Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Blue Earth County Historical Soceity":MAILTO:museum@blueearthcountyhistory.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250208T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250208T160000
DTSTAMP:20260606T230701
CREATED:20250129T210808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T210808Z
UID:10000950-1739008800-1739030400@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Family Day At The History Center
DESCRIPTION: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) \nVisit our website at BlueEarthCountyHistory.com/Events for monthly details. \nFree and open to the public.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/family-day-at-the-history-center-5/2025-02-08/
LOCATION:Blue Earth County Historical Society\, 424 Warren St\, Mankato\, Minnesota\, 56001
CATEGORIES:Community Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Blue Earth County Historical Soceity":MAILTO:museum@blueearthcountyhistory.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250111T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250111T160000
DTSTAMP:20260606T230701
CREATED:20250106T155518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T155518Z
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SUMMARY:Family Day At The History Center
DESCRIPTION: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. \nEach month the History Center offers free admission to the Museum. Family activities include an I-spy around the building and kids crafts. Discover the unexpected as a family at the History Center. Current exhibits include Blue Earth County’s Main Streets and TOYS!
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/family-day-at-the-history-center-4/
LOCATION:Blue Earth County Historical Society\, 424 Warren St\, Mankato\, Minnesota\, 56001
CATEGORIES:Community Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Blue Earth County Historical Soceity":MAILTO:museum@blueearthcountyhistory.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T160000
DTSTAMP:20260606T230701
CREATED:20241126T182331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T182331Z
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SUMMARY:Christmas at the Hubbard House Self-Guided Tours
DESCRIPTION: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 Family\, Friends\, and staff. \nAdmission is $10/adults\, $7/BECHS Members\, $5/children 5-17. Pre-scheduling your time is highly recommended but not required.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/christmas-at-the-hubbard-house-self-guided-tours-2/
LOCATION:The Hubbard House\, 606 S. Broad St.\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Activities,Seasonal - Holiday
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ORGANIZER;CN="Blue Earth County Historical Soceity":MAILTO:museum@blueearthcountyhistory.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241206T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241206T210000
DTSTAMP:20260606T230701
CREATED:20241122T144740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T144740Z
UID:10000900-1733508000-1733518800@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Christmas at the Hubbard House Self-Guided Tours
DESCRIPTION: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 Family\, Friends\, and staff. \nAdmission is $10/adults\, $7/BECHS Members\, $5/children 5-17. Pre-scheduling your time is highly recommended but not required.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/christmas-at-the-hubbard-house-self-guided-tours/
LOCATION:The Hubbard House\, 606 S. Broad St.\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Blue Earth County Historical Soceity":MAILTO:museum@blueearthcountyhistory.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241116T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241116T140000
DTSTAMP:20260606T230701
CREATED:20241109T175307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241109T175307Z
UID:10000893-1731762000-1731765600@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:American Bison Program with Tim Pulis
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAdmission is $10/adults\, $5/children 5-17\, free for BECHS Members
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/american-bison-program-with-tim-pulis/
LOCATION:Blue Earth County Historical Society\, 424 Warren St\, Mankato\, Minnesota\, 56001
CATEGORIES:Community Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Blue Earth County Historical Soceity":MAILTO:museum@blueearthcountyhistory.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241109T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241109T140000
DTSTAMP:20260606T230701
CREATED:20241104T192715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T192715Z
UID:10000886-1731157200-1731160800@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Remembering The Rapidan Dam Program
DESCRIPTION: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 Rapidan Dam & Dam Store featuring the photos he took during the historic flooding from this past summer. \nFree and open to the public.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/remembering-the-rapidan-dam-program/
LOCATION:Blue Earth County Historical Society\, 424 Warren St\, Mankato\, Minnesota\, 56001
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Educational
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://greatermankato.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Author-Pepper.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Blue Earth County Historical Soceity":MAILTO:museum@blueearthcountyhistory.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241109T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241109T170000
DTSTAMP:20260606T230701
CREATED:20241031T213800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T213800Z
UID:10000883-1731142800-1731171600@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Blue Earth County Historical Society's Anniversary Open House
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Blue Earth County History Center to celebrate 123 years of collecting\, preserving\, and presenting Blue Earth County’s rich history! \nActivities include:\n-Free Admission to the History Center Museum\n-Gift Shop Sales\n-Daily Door Prizes\n-Exploring our latest exhibits “TOYS!” and “Blue Earth County’s Main Streets”\n-Scavenger hunt
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/blue-earth-county-historical-societys-anniversary-open-house/2024-11-09/
LOCATION:Blue Earth County Historical Society\, 424 Warren St\, Mankato\, Minnesota\, 56001
CATEGORIES:Community Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Blue Earth County Historical Soceity":MAILTO:museum@blueearthcountyhistory.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241108T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241108T170000
DTSTAMP:20260606T230701
CREATED:20241031T213800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T213800Z
UID:10000882-1731056400-1731085200@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Blue Earth County Historical Society's Anniversary Open House
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Blue Earth County History Center to celebrate 123 years of collecting\, preserving\, and presenting Blue Earth County’s rich history! \nActivities include:\n-Free Admission to the History Center Museum\n-Gift Shop Sales\n-Daily Door Prizes\n-Exploring our latest exhibits “TOYS!” and “Blue Earth County’s Main Streets”\n-Scavenger hunt
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/blue-earth-county-historical-societys-anniversary-open-house/2024-11-08/
LOCATION:Blue Earth County Historical Society\, 424 Warren St\, Mankato\, Minnesota\, 56001
CATEGORIES:Community Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Blue Earth County Historical Soceity":MAILTO:museum@blueearthcountyhistory.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241101T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241101T210000
DTSTAMP:20260606T230701
CREATED:20241016T193743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T152023Z
UID:10000814-1730487600-1730494800@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Hubbard House Flashlight Tours
DESCRIPTION:Visit the Historic R.D. Hubbard House for Special Flashlight Tours Fridays October 4 – November 1! \nTours 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 p.m. Tickets are $30/person. \nThings to note before signing up:\n– Tours must be scheduled in advance and tours are limited to 10 people each. No walk-ups will be accepted.\n– The experience will last about one hour.\n– The tour will feature all four floors of the Hubbard House and two floors of the Carriage House. Wear practical shoes for walking up and down stairs. There will be no spots to sit down during the tour and only the first floor of the Hubbard House is handicap accessible.\n– The tour will be dark except for lighting on the stairs. A flashlight will be provided.\n– Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour. A waiver must be signed before the tour begins. Refusal to sign the waiver will result in you being asked to leave. For those under 18\, a parent or guardian must sign the waiver for you.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/hubbard-house-flashlight-tours/2024-11-01/
LOCATION:The Hubbard House\, 606 S. Broad St.\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Activities,Seasonal - Holiday
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ORGANIZER;CN="Blue Earth County Historical Soceity":MAILTO:museum@blueearthcountyhistory.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241026T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241026T220000
DTSTAMP:20260606T230701
CREATED:20240821T145427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T145427Z
UID:10000765-1729965600-1729980000@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:A Night At The Speakeasy
DESCRIPTION:Step back in time to the Roaring ’20s\, the era of prohibition\, flappers\, and gangsters at A Night at the Speakeasy. With its unique historic vibe\, the Speakeasy is the Blue Earth County Historical Society’s signature fundraising event for 2024 and you’re invited! \nThe event will include:\nDinner & Dessert\,\nSignature Cocktails\,\nAuction\, Gift Card Grab & Raffle\,\nJazz music by the Hannah Bretz Ensemble.\n1920s Dress Encouraged \nTickets on sale soon at BlueEarthCountyHistory.com/speakeasy
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/a-night-at-the-speakeasy/
LOCATION:Sky One Eleven\, 111 South 2nd Street\, 7th Floor\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Entertainment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Blue Earth County Historical Soceity":MAILTO:museum@blueearthcountyhistory.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241018T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241018T210000
DTSTAMP:20260606T230701
CREATED:20241016T193743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T152023Z
UID:10000813-1729278000-1729285200@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Hubbard House Flashlight Tours
DESCRIPTION:Visit the Historic R.D. Hubbard House for Special Flashlight Tours Fridays October 4 – November 1! \nTours 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 p.m. Tickets are $30/person. \nThings to note before signing up:\n– Tours must be scheduled in advance and tours are limited to 10 people each. No walk-ups will be accepted.\n– The experience will last about one hour.\n– The tour will feature all four floors of the Hubbard House and two floors of the Carriage House. Wear practical shoes for walking up and down stairs. There will be no spots to sit down during the tour and only the first floor of the Hubbard House is handicap accessible.\n– The tour will be dark except for lighting on the stairs. A flashlight will be provided.\n– Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour. A waiver must be signed before the tour begins. Refusal to sign the waiver will result in you being asked to leave. For those under 18\, a parent or guardian must sign the waiver for you.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/hubbard-house-flashlight-tours/2024-10-18/
LOCATION:The Hubbard House\, 606 S. Broad St.\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Activities,Seasonal - Holiday
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ORGANIZER;CN="Blue Earth County Historical Soceity":MAILTO:museum@blueearthcountyhistory.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240420T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240420T140000
DTSTAMP:20260606T230701
CREATED:20240201T224854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T224854Z
UID:10000500-1713618000-1713621600@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Author Talk - Julie Jo Larson
DESCRIPTION:Julie Jo Larson\, Minnesota author\, will share highlights from each section of her newest book 100 Things to Do in Minnesota Before You Die. Larson encourages readers to use the book “as a bucket list\, guidebook\, or cure for cabin fever. Grab a friend or two\, a copy of this book\, and experience four seasons of great adventures where the journey is as meaningful as the destination.” \n$10/adults\, $5/children 5-17\, Free for BECHS Members
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/author-talk-julie-jo-larson/
LOCATION:Blue Earth County Historical Society\, 424 Warren St\, Mankato\, Minnesota\, 56001
CATEGORIES:Community Activities
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://greatermankato.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/History-Center-June-2020-8-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Blue Earth County Historical Soceity":MAILTO:museum@blueearthcountyhistory.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240413T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240413T160000
DTSTAMP:20260606T230701
CREATED:20240201T224944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T224944Z
UID:10000499-1713002400-1713024000@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Family Day At The History Center
DESCRIPTION:Bring the whole family to explore the History Center Museum and learn more about Blue Earth County’s past. Special activities include spring crafts\, History Center Scavenger Hunt\, and a movie showing at 10:30 and 1:30 in the meeting room. Free hands-on history fun for all ages.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/family-day-at-the-history-center-3/
LOCATION:Blue Earth County Historical Society\, 424 Warren St\, Mankato\, Minnesota\, 56001
CATEGORIES:Community Activities
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://greatermankato.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/History-Center-June-2020-7-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Blue Earth County Historical Soceity":MAILTO:museum@blueearthcountyhistory.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240330T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240330T140000
DTSTAMP:20260606T230701
CREATED:20240201T211015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T211015Z
UID:10000498-1711803600-1711807200@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Author Talk - Rachael Hanel: Not The Camilla We Knew
DESCRIPTION:Rachael Hanel\, local author and professor will talk about her book Not the Camilla We Knew. \nThe 2022 nonfiction book “delves into the life of Camilla Hall\, who was raised in rural Minnesota by religious parents and died at 29 in a 1974 shoot-out between members of the Symbionese Liberation Army\, the radical group that kidnapped Patty Hearst”. \n$10/Adults\, $5/Children 5-17\, Free for BECHS Members
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/author-talk-rachael-hanel-not-the-camilla-we-knew/
LOCATION:Blue Earth County Historical Society\, 424 Warren St\, Mankato\, Minnesota\, 56001
CATEGORIES:Community Activities
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://greatermankato.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/History-Center-June-2020-6-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Blue Earth County Historical Soceity":MAILTO:museum@blueearthcountyhistory.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240316T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240316T140000
DTSTAMP:20260606T230701
CREATED:20240201T210802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T210802Z
UID:10000497-1710594000-1710597600@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:History Program: Blue Earth County's Main Streets - Mapleton
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the History Center to discover the History of Mapleton’s Main Street. This program is in conjunction with our latest exhibit Blue Earth County’s Main Streets\, now open on the main level of the History Center. \nFree.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/history-program-blue-earth-countys-main-streets-mapleton/
LOCATION:Blue Earth County Historical Society\, 424 Warren St\, Mankato\, Minnesota\, 56001
CATEGORIES:Community Activities
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://greatermankato.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/History-Center-June-2020-5-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Blue Earth County Historical Soceity":MAILTO:museum@blueearthcountyhistory.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240309T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240309T160000
DTSTAMP:20260606T230701
CREATED:20240201T203627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T203627Z
UID:10000496-1709978400-1710000000@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Family Day At The History Center
DESCRIPTION:Bring the whole family to explore the History Center Museum and learn more about Blue Earth County’s past. Special activities include St. Patrick’s Day activities\, a shamrock-themed I-Spy around the History Center\, and a movie showing at 10:30 and 1:30 in the meeting room. Free hands-on history fun for all ages.
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/family-day-at-the-history-center-2/
LOCATION:Blue Earth County Historical Society\, 424 Warren St\, Mankato\, Minnesota\, 56001
CATEGORIES:Community Activities
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://greatermankato.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/History-Center-June-2020-4-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Blue Earth County Historical Soceity":MAILTO:museum@blueearthcountyhistory.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240301T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240301T170000
DTSTAMP:20260606T230701
CREATED:20240201T201131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T201131Z
UID:10000495-1709287200-1709312400@greatermankato.com
SUMMARY:Exhibit Opening: Kid's Stuff
DESCRIPTION:More than 100 of the best-loved and most fondly remembered toys of the 19th and 20th centuries will be featured in the exhibit including Mr. Potato Head\, Fisher Price Little People\, rocking horses and play kitchens. Revisit the great toys of your childhood in this cool new exhibit. \nFree
URL:https://greatermankato.com/event_details/exhibit-opening-kids-stuff/
LOCATION:Blue Earth County Historical Society\, 424 Warren St\, Mankato\, Minnesota\, 56001
CATEGORIES:Community Activities
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://greatermankato.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/History-Center-June-2020-3-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Blue Earth County Historical Soceity":MAILTO:museum@blueearthcountyhistory.com
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