Gateway to Minnesota History

Warden’s House Museum Volunteer Training

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

Get acquainted with the Warden's House Museum and see what’s new for 2024! New tour guides wanting to learn more and experienced tour guides wanting some refreshers are all welcome. 

Warden’s House Museum Open House

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

The Warden’s House Museum will be open from noon to 4 PM at no charge to check out the new exhibits and talk with knowledgeable volunteers! We have TWO big things to celebrate this season - the 83rd year of the Warden's House operating as a museum, and the 175th Birthday for Washington County! Refreshments […]

First Prison Warden’s Descendant Speaks on His Legacy

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

Francis Delano   Come and learn about the life and times of the Delanos before, during, and after Francis Roach Delano was appointed the first Warden at the MN territorial prison (1853-1858).  Tom Delano, great great grandson of Warden Francis Delano will be giving a presentation about F. R. and Calista Delano at the Warden’s […]

Mother’s Day at the Warden’s House

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

Calista Delano with her son Lewis (born -1866)   Happy Mother's Day! Bring your mother/grandmother/other special mom figure in your life to the Warden's House Museum and your mom will receive FREE ADMISSION for the tour! Mother's Day is Sunday, May 12 and the Warden's House Museum tours are at 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, and 4pm.  […]

Free Father’s Day at the Warden’s House Museum

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

Happy Father’s Day! Bring your father/grandfather/other special dad figure in your life to the Warden’s House Museum and your favorite guy will receive FREE ADMISSION for the tour! Father’s Day is Sunday, June 16 and the Warden’s House Museum tours are at 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, and 4pm. *Regular tour rates apply for other non-dad guests […]

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 […]

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 […]

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Winter Tours at the Warden’s House Museum!

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

Experience the Warden’s House Museum in a different season! Take a tour with experienced guides to hear stories about the prison’s early days when Minnesota was still a territory and what life was like for prisoners on the inside. The most infamous residents of the prison were the Younger Brothers, who served time for their […]

SOLD OUT 6PM Haunted History at the Warden’s House: Afterlife Sentences

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

This event is Sold Out. The Warden's House Museum is excited to host the Twin Cities Paranormal Society (TCPS) for a presentation sharing their spookiest evidence from past ghost investigations including an investigation at the Warden's House Museum in November 2024. Tickets: $25/person. Limited Seating! Buy tickets here Doors will open at 5:00 for guests […]

$25

SOLD OUT 8PM Haunted History at the Warden’s House: Afterlife Sentences

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

This event is Sold Out.   The Warden's House Museum is excited to host the Twin Cities Paranormal Society (TCPS) for a presentation sharing their spookiest evidence from past ghost investigations including an investigation at the Warden's House Museum in November 2024. Tickets: $25/person. Limited Seating! Buy tickets here What showed up on their cameras […]

$25

2025 Warden’s House Museum Open House

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

Help us kick off a new season at the Warden's House Museum! The Warden's House Museum is open from noon to 4pm and admission is FREE! Come chat with knowledgeable volunteers and hear harrowing stories about the territorial/state prison and tales about the wardens and their families.  Parking Limited parking is located behind the Warden’s […]

2025 Stillwater Historic House Tour

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

⭐️ Tour Date: May 18, 2025, 12-5pm⭐️ Step Back in Time and Step Inside Some of Stillwater's Most Iconic Houses! Explore the charm and history of Stillwater like never before at the 2025 Stillwater Historic House Tour, proudly presented by the Washington County Historical Society. Whether you're a history enthusiast, architecture aficionado, or simply looking […]