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Washington County Historic Scavenger Hunt

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

The Washington County Historical Society is sending you on an adventure across the county this summer! Pick up a historic hunt card at the Washington County Heritage Center at 1863 Greeley St. South to begin your quest. Use the photos and clues to determine the mystery historic site in Washington County and write the answers […]

The Story of the American Flag with Nathan “Rocky” Bliss

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

The Washington County Historical Society is excited to continue our USA 250 programs with Rocky Bliss about the history of the US Flag at the Washington County Heritage Center, 1862 S. Greeley Street, Stillwater, on Tuesday June 2 nd from 7pm to 8pm. The “Stars & Stripes” have flown over forts as well as city […]

Free

Apollo Club Returns to Stillwater

Manitou Fund Education and Arts Center 601 N. Main St., Stillwater, United States

The Washington County Historical Society is proud to present “Our Songs, Our Stories: Apollo Club Returns to Stillwater” on Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 3:00pm. For 130 years, The Apollo Club has stood as a monument to artistry, leadership, and cultural excellence. The award- winning, all-male choral group’s roots are deeply connected to Minnesota’s history, […]

19th Annual Hay Lake Beer Tasting

  19th Annual Hay Lake Beer Tasting at Hay Lake School Museum in Scandia   The Washington County Historical Society is hosting on Saturday, June 20, 2026 from 4:00- 7:00pm the 19th Annual Hay Lake Beer Tasting Fundraiser & Silent Auction. Admission to the event is $20 per person and participants must be 21 years […]

$20

Tuesday Trivia at WCHS

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

Washington County Historical Society is excited to announce a new monthly event coming to the Heritage Center – Tuesday Trivia! Hosted on the last Tuesday of every month at 5:30 pm, WCHS challenges you to form your team and face off with others to put your historical knowledge to the test. Every month has a […]

Free