Gateway to Minnesota History

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

2020

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 […]

2025 Stillwater Historic House Tour

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

Calling All Historic Homeowners! Do you own a historic house in Stillwater? We’re looking for homeowners to showcase their beautifully preserved and restored houses for the 2025 Stillwater Historic House […]