Gateway to Minnesota History

Blue Dish Talk with Karen Hesselroth (Warden’s House Museum)

Warden's House Museum 602 Main Street North, Stillwater, MN, United States

  Come hear WCHS volunteer Karen Hesselroth give a presentation on Blue Willow, the popular dish ware.  Made in England and inspired by China, this functional art medium comes in many varieties.  Karen will explore the history of these blue and white delights, and highlight some special pieces in the collections of the Washington County […]

Writing Workshop Series Session 3: Hometown Stories

Washington County Heritage Center 1862 South Greeley St, Stillwater, MN, United States

We are so excited to offer a special workshop series at the Washington County Heritage Center featuring experienced writers to guide you to creating a fun and meaningful piece of writing!  >>>Register here<<< Session 1: Thursday, October 3 @ 7-8:30pm Introduction and Personal History Workshop Leaders: Gary Goodman, Emily Krawczewski Session 2: Thursday, October 10 […]

Writing Workshop Series Session 4: Ancestors and Family Stories

Washington County Heritage Center 1862 South Greeley St, Stillwater, MN, United States

We are so excited to offer a special workshop series at the Washington County Heritage Center featuring experienced writers to guide you to creating a fun and meaningful piece of writing!  >>>Register here<<< Session 1: Thursday, October 3 @ 7-8:30pm Introduction and Personal History Workshop Leaders: Gary Goodman, Emily Krawczewski Session 2: Thursday, October 10 […]

Flashlight Tours at the Warden’s House Museum

Warden's House Museum 602 Main Street North, Stillwater, MN, United States

The Warden’s House Museum in Stillwater will be offering flashlight tours on Friday, October 25. Come and see the house and grounds after dark, while you hear true tales of terror and tragedy from the Minnesota State Prison.  Local legend says that the place is haunted…come and find out for yourself if you dare! Tours […]

2020

Halloween-Themed Black & White Movie Night

Washington County Heritage Center 1862 South Greeley St, Stillwater, MN, United States

    The original, non-musical film about a carnivorous plant with a taste for humans! Featuring a young Jack Nicholson. Produced and directed by B-movie impresario Roger Corman.   Retired film professor Steve Schroer will present a brief educational introduction the film. Popcorn will be served!

Minnesota Rural Women’s Clubs with Kate Thomas

Washington County Heritage Center 1862 South Greeley St, Stillwater, MN, United States

This event was originally schedule for Tuesday, May 21, 2024. It has been RESCHEDULED for Wednesday, November 6 at 7pm.  Immerse yourself in the ideas, concerns, and activities of rural women’s clubs in Minnesota from 1920-1990s.  Learn about the crucial importance of gender history to civic engagement in these rural areas. Understand how rural women’s […]

“Some Very Clever Teamwork: How Basketball Transformed Youth Sports in Minnesota” with Marc Hugunin

Washington County Heritage Center 1862 South Greeley St, Stillwater, MN, United States

Kick off the start to winter's most exciting sport with basketball history. Marc Hugunin will take us into the exciting world of youth sports and the transforming role they played in Minnesota with his book "Some Very Clever Teamwork: How Basketball Transformed Youth Sports in Minnesota." Marc is a member of the Washington County Historical […]

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