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SUMMARY:“Lighthouses of the Great Lakes: An Architect’s Sketchbook" with Jim Lammers
DESCRIPTION:Jim Lammers presents his newest book\, “Lighthouses of the Great Lakes: An Architect’s Sketchbook.” \nThe book contains 500 sketches of beacons all over the Great Lakes area. Lammers takes readers on a road trip\, sharing the history and inner workings of the lighthouses as well as the lighthouse establishment itself. Copies of the book will be for sale at the event. \n“If you love the Great Lakes and lighthouses\, this is the book for you. Lammers is an entertaining guide for this illuminating adventure\, combining fascinating history and personal vignettes with wonderful sketches of the noble beacons he encounters along the way. Don’t be surprised if\, after reading this book\, you want to hop into your car to take your own lighthouse tour.”\n—Eric Jay Dolin\, author of Brilliant Beacons: The History of the American Lighthouse \nFree\, but donations are always appreciated. No registration required.\nIn-person attendees:\n1862 Greeley Street South\nStillwater\, MN 55082\nVirtual attendees:\nLink to WCHS YouTube page
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/lighthouse/
LOCATION:Washington County Heritage Center\, 1862 South Greeley St\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Washington County Heritage Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T173000
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SUMMARY:2026 Annual Meeting and Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Where: Stillwater Event Center\, 1910 S. Greeley Street\, next to Washington County Heritage Center \nWhen: Thursday March 19\, 2026 \nItinerary:  5:30pm Social Hour [Cash Bar] \n                       6:30pm Dinner Catered by Scheel’s Catering \n                       7:30pm Annual meeting \n                       Program to follow meeting \nPresentation: “THEY DON’T MAKE ‘EM LIKE THAT ANYMORE!” \nAmerica’s love affair with the automobile over the decades has been hot\, lukewarm\, and even cold\, but one thing is certain\, cars are a part of who we are. WCHS board member and historian George Schire will take you on a highway of historical facts and hilarious anecdotes featuring the cars that have shaped all of our lives. Buckle up your seat belts and mark your calendars for this nostalgic road trip from the Horseless Carriage to present day EVs. \nReservations: \nReservations required in advance\nSeating is Limited/Large Attendance Expected\nEvent open to the Public \nCost: $25 for WCHS members / $30 for nonmembers \n\nReserve your spot here!
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/meeting26/
LOCATION:Stillwater Event Center\, 1910 Greeley Street South\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Washington County Heritage Center":MAILTO:emily.krawczewski@wchsmn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T200000
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SUMMARY:National Toast Day Celebration!
DESCRIPTION:Just over a century ago\, Charles Strite was employed at a local manufacturing plant. Fed up with burned toast in the cafeteria\, a great idea “popped” into his head\, and the Toastmaster automatic electric toaster was born! \nAbout the event: \n\nEnjoy a program about the history of toast and view our antique toaster collection.\nSample toast and toppings from local bakeries and markets\, and vote for your favorite to be named Toast of the Town.\nListen to Warden’s House Site Manager Heidi Heinze tell the history of the automatic pop-up toaster and its origins in Stillwater!\n\nToast Tasting begins at 6:00pm\nProgram begins at 6:30pm \nAdmission is free\, but donations are accepted. For more information please contact heidi.heinze@wchsmn.org
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/toast26/
LOCATION:Washington County Heritage Center\, 1862 South Greeley St\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Washington County Heritage Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T003413
CREATED:20251213T194956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T173212Z
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SUMMARY:Minnesota Streetcar History with Aaron Isaacs
DESCRIPTION: \nBefore automobiles\, planes\, and the Light Rail\, there were streetcars in cities across Minnesota. They were pulled by horses until 1889\, when electricity became practical. Stillwater had no horsecars because of its steep hills\, but in 1889 it opened the first electric streetcar lines in the state\, ahead of Minneapolis and St. Paul. A public transit boom ensued. \nBy World War I\, Twin City Rapid Transit company was running over 1100 streetcars on a system that reached from Lake Minnetonka to the St. Croix River\, including Stillwater and Bayport. It lasted until buses replaced the last of the streetcars in 1954. \nPresenter Aaron Isaacs will speak about Twin Cities streetcar history\, then focus on the Stillwater area. Isaacs spent 33 years as a planner and manager for Metro Transit\, where he worked in route and schedule planning\, operations\, maintenance\, transit facilities\, light rail and traffic advantages for buses. He’s a historian of transit\, as a 40+ year volunteer with the Minnesota Streetcar Museum. He’s co-author of Twin Cities by Trolley\, The Streetcar Era in Minneapolis and St. Paul\, and author of Twin Ports by Trolley on Duluth-Superior. \n\nIn-person attendees:\n1862 Greeley Street South\nStillwater\, MN 55082\nVirtual attendees:\nLink to WCHS YouTube page
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/streetcars/
LOCATION:Washington County Heritage Center\, 1862 South Greeley St\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Washington County Heritage Center
ORGANIZER;CN="Washington County Heritage Center":MAILTO:emily.krawczewski@wchsmn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251217T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251217T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T003413
CREATED:20251022T165038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T190346Z
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SUMMARY:The Fallen Washington County Service Members of Vietnam and How We Remember Them with Herb Reckinger
DESCRIPTION:The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund (VVMF) opened the Vietnam Memorial on our US Capitol Mall in1982 to honor all veterans of that war. With a PowerPoint presentation we will discover how that same organization makes sure we never forget the men and women of that era. \nJoin us for a free program to see the images from The Wall of Faces\, the story of how The Wall came to be and the traveling  wall called The Wall That Heals\, a 3-quarter size replica that travels to communities all over our country. Lastly\, we will cover the 50-year anniversaries of the endings of the war in 1975. \n  \nBarton Johnson is on the left and Mark Steeley is on the right. Barton is from the very northeast part of Washington County- Scandia. Mark is from the very southwest part – Cottage Grove. \nPresenter Herb Reckinger is a member of the Washington County Historical Society\, on the board for the South Washington Heritage Society\, volunteer for The Wall That Heals\, and has given several talks at the Heritage Center in the past. Learn more about the Vietnam Traveling Wall at: https://www.travelingwall.us/  \nIn-person attendees:\n1862 Greeley Street South\nStillwater\, MN 55082\nVirtual attendees:\nLink to WCHS YouTube page\nThe Traveling Memorial —
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/vietnam/
LOCATION:Washington County Heritage Center\, 1862 South Greeley St\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Washington County Heritage Center
ORGANIZER;CN="Washington County Heritage Center":MAILTO:emily.krawczewski@wchsmn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251128T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251128T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T003413
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SUMMARY:Black Friday Sale at the Heritage Center
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URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/black-friday-sale-at-the-heritage-center/
LOCATION:Washington County Heritage Center\, 1862 South Greeley St\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Washington County Heritage Center
ORGANIZER;CN="Washington County Heritage Center":MAILTO:emily.krawczewski@wchsmn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251125T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251125T210000
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SUMMARY:Townie Tuesday @ Lift Bridge Brewing Company
DESCRIPTION:Join Lift Bridge Brewing Co. on Tuesday from 5:00 to 9:00 PM to enjoy a great Lift Bridge Brew and raise money for the Washington County Historical Society! \n$1 from every Tap Beer or Seltzer and $2 from every Crowler\, To Go Specialty Bottle or 12 Pack sold during the Event goes directly to WCHS. Buy a beer and make a difference! \nIn addition to catching up with neighbors and friends over a glass\, WCHS will be doing showings of the short film featured in their brewery exhibit at the Heritage Center\, produced by Square Lake Productions. The film features four local brew masters including Lift Bridge’s Brad Glynn. \nLift Bridge Brewery created the Townie Tuesday program for our Stillwater Taproom in 2013 to give back to local non-profits\, charities & organizations. It’s a fun way to help promote the awesome things in our community while enjoying a tasty beverage! \n\n\n#SupportLocal #DrinkLocal #MakeADifference #Community #TownieTuesday \n\nLocated at Lift Bridge Brewing Company’s Stillwater Taproom\n1900 Tower Dr. W\nStillwater\, MN 55082
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/townietuesday/
LOCATION:1900 Tower Dr. W Stillwater\, MN 55082\, 1900 Tower Dr. W Stillwater\, MN 55082
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T003413
CREATED:20250826T200639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T214714Z
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SUMMARY:Discovering Pioneer Ancestors in Washington County with Judith Stern
DESCRIPTION:Who built the enormous\, strong barn at Aamodt’s Apple Farm? \nSurprise! It was Judith Stern’s own great\, great\, great grandfather from Meissenheim\, Baden\, Germany. \nJudith only learned that after moving to Washington County. Like a hungry detective\, she wanted to learn more. Her family tree on her maternal side grew to 159 names beginning in 1517 in Germany; and continuing in Minnesota. \nJudith Stern will show the audience her research including barns\, newspapers\, and photos of her ancestors. Artie Schaefer may be the only famous local musician in the Schaefer family\, but we all miss the um-pa\, um-pa singer who excited the crowds – raising his beer mug\, rousing us with the ticky\, tacky\, ticky tacky\, oie\, oie oie! \nThe show has a talk and screen presentation.  \nIn-person attendees:\n1862 Greeley Street South\nStillwater\, MN 55082\nVirtual attendees:\nLink to WCHS YouTube page\n  
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/barns/
LOCATION:Washington County Heritage Center\, 1862 South Greeley St\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Washington County Heritage Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T003413
CREATED:20250916T201306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T170605Z
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SUMMARY:Minnesota Seventh in the Civil War with Eric Linner
DESCRIPTION:Eric Linner’s family has a long history of Army veterans\, including himself\, two brothers\, his father\, grandfather\, great-grandfather and great-great grandfather. His inspiration to research his great-great-grandfather’s journey with the Minnesota Seventh in the Civil War-West started 50 years ago when his grandmother piqued his interest in family history. \nThe presentation will give a brief history of his great-grandfather Sergeant James Madison Canfield\, with a primary focus on the 10\,600 mile journey the Minnesota Seventh traveled starting with the 1862 Dakota War and ending with the Battle of Spanish Fort\, AL in 1865. \n \n\nClick here to watch the program on WCHS’s YouTube page
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/civilwar/
LOCATION:Washington County Heritage Center\, 1862 South Greeley St\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Washington County Heritage Center
ORGANIZER;CN="Washington County Heritage Center":MAILTO:emily.krawczewski@wchsmn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T213000
DTSTAMP:20260416T003413
CREATED:20250807T224108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T171526Z
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SUMMARY:Haunted History: The Afterlife Sentences
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\nWhat showed up on their cameras and audio equipment? Is the Warden’s House Museum actually haunted? \n  \nSaturday\, October 25\, 2025\n6:00pm presentation (Doors open at 5:30pm) – buy tickets here \n8:30pm presentation (Doors open at 8:00pm) – buy tickets here \n  \n\n\nAbout The Twin Cities Paranormal Society (TCPS) \nThe Twin Cities Paranormal Society is a not-for-profit organization serving the greater Twin Cities Metro area. We are dedicated to the research\, investigation\, documentation\, and education of the public regarding paranormal phenomenon. Our objective is to investigate and research claims of alleged haunted activity. All investigations are approached with an open mind and are conducted in a professional manner.
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/afterlife25/
LOCATION:Warden’s House Museum\, 602 Main Street North\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Warden's House Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251024T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251024T213000
DTSTAMP:20260416T003413
CREATED:20250710T201611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T171415Z
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SUMMARY:Haunted History: The Afterlife Sentences
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\nWhat showed up on their cameras and audio equipment? Is the Warden’s House Museum actually haunted? \n  \nFriday\, October 24\, 2025\n6:00pm presentation (Doors open at 5:30pm) – buy tickets here \n8:30pm presentation (Doors open at 8:00pm) – buy tickets here \n  \n\n\nAbout The Twin Cities Paranormal Society (TCPS) \nThe Twin Cities Paranormal Society is a not-for-profit organization serving the greater Twin Cities Metro area. We are dedicated to the research\, investigation\, documentation\, and education of the public regarding paranormal phenomenon. Our objective is to investigate and research claims of alleged haunted activity. All investigations are approached with an open mind and are conducted in a professional manner.
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/afterlife24/
LOCATION:Warden’s House Museum\, 602 Main Street North\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Warden's House Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T213000
DTSTAMP:20260416T003413
CREATED:20250805T204540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T023618Z
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SUMMARY:Shadows of Stillwater: A Halloween Experience
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URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/shadowsofstillwater/
LOCATION:Washington County Heritage Center\, 1862 South Greeley St\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Washington County Heritage Center
ORGANIZER;CN="Washington County Heritage Center":MAILTO:emily.krawczewski@wchsmn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T203000
DTSTAMP:20260416T003413
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T203302Z
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SUMMARY:Flashlight Tours at the Warden's House Museum
DESCRIPTION: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! \nTimes and Dates: \nFriday\, October 17 @ 6:00PM\, 6:45PM\, and 7:30PM \nSaturday\, October 18 @ 6:00PM\, 6:45PM\, and 7:30PM \nTours will last approximately one hour. \nTickets: \nTickets are $35 per person. Click here to buy tickets! \nPlease arrive approximately 10 minutes before the tour start time. After purchasing your ticket\, we will add your name to the guest list! Bring your ID to the event to claim your tickets. \nQuestions?  \nCall the Warden’s House at 651-439-5956 or email heidi.heinze@wchsmn.org
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/flashlight25_18/
LOCATION:Warden’s House Museum\, 602 Main Street North\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Warden's House Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251017T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251017T203000
DTSTAMP:20260416T003413
CREATED:20250807T203029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T203029Z
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SUMMARY:Flashlight Tours at the Warden's House Museum
DESCRIPTION: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! \nTimes and Dates: \nFriday\, October 17 @ 6:00PM\, 6:45PM\, and 7:30PM \nSaturday\, October 18 @ 6:00PM\, 6:45PM\, and 7:30PM \nTours will last approximately one hour. \nTickets: \nTickets are $35 per person. Click here to buy tickets! \nPlease arrive approximately 10 minutes before the tour start time. After purchasing your ticket\, we will add your name to the guest list! Bring your ID to the event to claim your tickets. \nQuestions?  \nCall the Warden’s House at 651-439-5956 or email heidi.heinze@wchsmn.org
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/flashlight25_17/
LOCATION:Warden’s House Museum\, 602 Main Street North\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Warden's House Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T003413
CREATED:20251010T205522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T205522Z
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SUMMARY:Free Admission Day at the Heritage Center
DESCRIPTION: \nThe Washington County Heritage Center is turning 4!\n \nWe opened our doors four years ago on October 16\, 2021. Come celebrate the anniversary with a FREE ADMISSION day on October 16\, 2025 from 10am-4pm.\n \nThe Heritage Center is one of three museums owned and operated by the Washington County Historical Society. Learn more about WCHS: https://www.wchsmn.org/\n \nAbout the museum:Explore rugged lumberjack life complete with a camp bunkhouse\, see hoop skirts to miniskirts in the 1860s-1960s fashion exhibit\, get behind the bar in the historic breweries exhibit\, walk into floor-to-ceiling vintage photographs\, spark nostalgic memories with the grocery store exhibit\, and much more!
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/free-admission-day-at-the-heritage-center/
LOCATION:Washington County Heritage Center\, 1862 South Greeley St\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Washington County Heritage Center
ORGANIZER;CN="Washington County Heritage Center":MAILTO:emily.krawczewski@wchsmn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T003413
CREATED:20250826T204457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T204749Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Membership Dinner 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Washington County Historical Society is excited to announce the Fall Membership Dinner featuring a program about Walt Disney by Heritage Center Site Manager Emily Krawczewski.\nLOCATION:\nStillwater Event Center\n1910 South Greeley Street (located next to the Washington County Heritage Center)\nStillwater\, MN 55082 \nTIMING:\n5:30pm  Social Hour\n6:30pm Dinner catered by Scheel’s Catering\n7:30pm Brief meeting shortly followed by the program \nCOST:\nCost is $25 for WCHS members and $30 for nonmembers. \nReservations are required. Reserve your spot and pay ahead at this link or call 651-439-2298.\nPROGRAM INFO: \nWhile most people are familiar with seeing the word “Disney” onscreen\, this program will take you backstage to the man behind the magic. Krawczewski’s presentation will travel through Walt Disney’s life story\, starting with his idyllic childhood in Marceline\, Missouri and culminating in his greatest triumph\, Disneyland. Krawczewski will also explore common myths about Disney himself\, why the movies have relevance to both children and adults\, and hidden design features of the parks. Walt Disney’s life is a story of tenacity\, escapism\, and lessons that transcend generations. Emily Krawczewski is the Site Manager of the Washington County Heritage Center and has been studying Walt Disney for over a decade. \n \n 
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/falldinner25/
LOCATION:Stillwater Event Center\, 1910 Greeley Street South\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Washington County Heritage Center":MAILTO:emily.krawczewski@wchsmn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T003413
CREATED:20250708T204943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T170656Z
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SUMMARY:All-Star Wrestling with George Schire
DESCRIPTION:HEY WRESTLING FRIENDS\, it’s George Schire reminding you that it’s time to mark your calendar for my NEXT “ALL-STAR WRESTLING” presentation on THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 18th from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at the Washington County Heritage Center! \n  \nThis is going to be an exciting and nostalgic trip back to the glory days of the 1970’s when all of your favorites (and not so favorites) were entertaining us on TV and at our local auditoriums.   \n  \nWe’re going to watch the 1974 movie “THE WRESTLER” which highlights the story of Verne Gagne and his promotion\, the AWA.  In this outstanding MAIN EVENT\, Verne plays the aging champion “Mike Bullard” who the promoter Frank Bass (played by Ed Asner of The Mary Tyler Moore Show fame) is being bullied by the Mob to find a challenger to beat the champ.   \n  \nThat challenger is Billy Taylor\, who is played by Billy Robinson.  Not only will see these stars\, but also a bevy of classic old-school wrestlers who deliver their incomparable interviews on TV and deliver their skullduggery in the ring.  \n  \nYou’ll recognize favorites like The Crusher\, Dick the Bruiser\, Nick Bockwinkel\, “Pretty Boy” Larry Hennig\, Ray “the Crippler” Stevens\, Dusty Rhodes\, Dick Murdoch\, “Superstar” Billy Graham\, Wahoo McDaniel\, Hard Boiled Haggerty\, and literally dozens more!  \n  \nAs the late great announcer Marty O’Neill used to say\, “FANS RUN\, DON’T WALK” to get YOUR ringside seat to this classic movie and also the interesting trivia shared by wrestling historian and author\, George Schire.  \n  \n**IT’S FREE TO ATTEND** AND YES\, there will be Popcorn and refreshments! \n  \nDATE and TIME: \nThursday September 18th @ 6:00pm to 8:00pm \n  \nClick here to watch the program on WCHS’s YouTube page
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/all-star-wrestling/
LOCATION:Washington County Heritage Center\, 1862 South Greeley St\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Washington County Heritage Center
ORGANIZER;CN="Washington County Heritage Center":MAILTO:emily.krawczewski@wchsmn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250819T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250819T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T003413
CREATED:20250708T173030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T200855Z
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SUMMARY:History Cruise
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nBuy tickets here!\nTake a trip back in time and spend a summer evening cruising the St. Croix River!\nEntertaining stories about the area’s history presented by Angie Hong\, hearty hors d’oeuvres\, and a cash bar await you on this exquisite sojourn supporting the Washington County Historical Society.  \nBoarding begins at 5:30PM at the Stillwater River Boats dock located at 525 South Main St.\, Stillwater\nBoat leaves the dock at 6:00PM and returns at 8:00PM \nTickets: $60/person \nProceeds from ticket sales benefit the Washington County Historical Society
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/history-cruise/
LOCATION:Washington County Heritage Center\, 1862 South Greeley St\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Washington County Heritage Center":MAILTO:emily.krawczewski@wchsmn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250815T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250815T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T003413
CREATED:20250802T170643Z
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SUMMARY:Hay Lake School Speaker Series: Christine Maefsky\, former mayor of Scandia
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/hay-lake-speaker-series-christine-maefsky-former-mayor-of-scandia/
LOCATION:Hay Lake School\, 14020 195th St N\, Marine on St. Croix\, MN\, 55047
CATEGORIES:Hay Lake School & Erickson Log Home
ORGANIZER;CN="Hay Lake School and Erickson Log Home":MAILTO:susan.stepka@wchsmn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250805T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250805T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T003413
CREATED:20250618T200236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T201230Z
UID:9518-1754420400-1754424000@www.wchsmn.org
SUMMARY:Black & White Movie Night: Buster Keaton in "Sherlock Jr."
DESCRIPTION:Sherlock Jr. (1924)\nComing to the Heritage Center’s silver screen is Buster Keaton in Sherlock Jr. (1924)! \nDirected by & starring Buster Keaton. A lovesick movie projectionist steps through the silver screen into a dream world where he can solve all his problems. It is regarded as Keaton’s first great full-length silent comedy. \nPopcorn and a movie ticket giveaway are also in store!
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/black-white-movie-night-2/
LOCATION:Washington County Heritage Center\, 1862 South Greeley St\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250626T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250626T191500
DTSTAMP:20260416T003413
CREATED:20250603T191352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T160759Z
UID:9495-1750962600-1750965300@www.wchsmn.org
SUMMARY:"Art + Ecology + Serendipity" with Beth Diem
DESCRIPTION:About the Program:  \n“A Story of the St. Croix” is an exhibit created in 2007/2008 by a team of artists\, scientists\, writers\, and musicians  that brilliantly combines the worlds of art\, history\, and ecology found on the St. Croix River. Architect Beth Diem was the project manager and photomontage artist of that team. In this program\, Diem will speak about the art exhibit’s themes\, inspirations\, and process. “A Story of the St. Croix” is on display at the Washington County Heritage Center until the end of 2025. \nThe exhibit was inspired by the works of Australian artist/author Jeannie Baker\, specifically her children’s book “Where The Forest Meets the Sea”. The book touches on the wonder of nature through children’s eyes\, with the urgency of saving our planet. The program will include a short film based on the book.  \nIn 2024\, ‘Serendipity’ happened; bringing this exhibit to the Heritage Center via a 2024 University of MN  Art + Ecology course and ArtReach St. Croix\, Stillwater.   \nEvent hosted in partnership with Stillwater Area Public Schools.
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/artandecology/
LOCATION:Washington County Heritage Center\, 1862 South Greeley St\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Washington County Heritage Center
ORGANIZER;CN="Washington County Heritage Center":MAILTO:emily.krawczewski@wchsmn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250621T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250621T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T003413
CREATED:20250521T205758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T204453Z
UID:9481-1750521600-1750532400@www.wchsmn.org
SUMMARY:18th Annual Beer Tasting and Silent Auction
DESCRIPTION:Buy tickets here!\nWCHS is excited to present the 18th Annual Hay Lake Beer Tasting! Breweries from all over Minnesota and Wisconsin will be slinging their best beers for you to sample and compare! \nIn addition to the tasting\, there will be a silent auction of many sought-after items and food served. \n  \nHere are the participating breweries: \nSierra Nevada \nJoseph Wolf Brewing \nCastle Danger \nOliphant Brewing \nSummit \nLift Bridge Brewing \nRustic Roots Winery \n$20/person. Ages 21+ only. \nTickets are available for purchase on our website OR in-person on the day at the event.\nWCHS encourages pre-ordering tickets – this helps the breweries plan ahead on how much beer to bring!\nProceeds support the Washington County Historical Society’s mission to collect\, preserve\, and disseminate the history of Washington County and Minnesota. \nPlease contact Susan Stepka at susan.stepka@wchsmn.org or 651-433-4014 with any questions regarding this event or to schedule a tour of the museum.  \nThe Hay Lake School was constructed of brick in 1896 and held classes until 1963. After that\, the Washington County Historical Society purchased the school in 1978 and has been a public museum ever since. The school is on the National Register of Historic Places.
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/beer25/
LOCATION:Hay Lake School\, 14020 195th St N\, Marine on St. Croix\, MN\, 55047
CATEGORIES:Hay Lake School & Erickson Log Home
ORGANIZER;CN="Hay Lake School and Erickson Log Home":MAILTO:susan.stepka@wchsmn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250603T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250603T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T003413
CREATED:20250318T203516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T170813Z
UID:9404-1748977200-1748980800@www.wchsmn.org
SUMMARY:"Sound of Silence" with author and retired law enforcement officer L.C. Simon
DESCRIPTION: \n \nL.C. Simon releases his new book “Sound of Silence\,” a fictional piece based on true events from his decades in law enforcement working on behalf of children.\n \nNo registration required. Copies of the book will be for sale at the event.\n \nABOUT THE BOOK:\nTaking on a case that has been deemed un-chargeable\, Special Victims Unit Detective Jack Janssen\, pledges to find justice for a young female victim\, never imagining what he would uncover in the path of his investigation. In his second book for the Jack Janssen series\, Simon is inspired by the hundreds of investigations from his Washington County Sheriff’s Office career.\n \nSimon weaves a compelling novel that will pull you into the storyline of Detective Jack Janssen and his seasoned partner\, Washington County Child Protection Worker\, Rita Bullock.\n \nIt is a gripping investigation with complexities that develop into an unimaginable and unpredictable conclusion. It will keep you turning the pages. Buckle up and enjoy the ride along.\n \n\nABOUT THE AUTHOR: \n \nMy career in law enforcement span twenty seven years\, with seventeen of those years focused exclusively on child abuse investigation. I was also a contract employee for the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension for ten years\, teaching other law enforcement across the state the unique techniques used in this specialized field. \nAfter retirement\, my wife and I traveled the country in a motorhome\, and for twelve years spent our summers living and working in Voyageurs National Park. \nI have never lost my dedication to the cause of children\, and recently decided to spend some time writing novels that draw from my experience in law enforcement while highlighting the problem of child abuse in our country. I think I hit the mark; making a fun interesting read and informing at the same time \n\nClick here to watch the program on WCHS’s YouTube page
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/simon/
LOCATION:Washington County Heritage Center\, 1862 South Greeley St\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Washington County Heritage Center
ORGANIZER;CN="Washington County Heritage Center":MAILTO:emily.krawczewski@wchsmn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250529T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250529T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T003413
CREATED:20250410T192803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T193110Z
UID:9429-1748545200-1748548800@www.wchsmn.org
SUMMARY:Expanding Black History in St. Paul Beyond Rondo with Frank White and Michael Corey
DESCRIPTION:  \n 
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/stpaul/
LOCATION:Washington County Heritage Center\, 1862 South Greeley St\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Washington County Heritage Center
ORGANIZER;CN="Washington County Heritage Center":MAILTO:emily.krawczewski@wchsmn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250518T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250518T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T003413
CREATED:20250203T162902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250503T210616Z
UID:9358-1747569600-1747587600@www.wchsmn.org
SUMMARY:2025 Stillwater Historic House Tour
DESCRIPTION:⭐️ Tour Date: May 18\, 2025\, 12-5pm⭐️\n\nStep Back in Time and Step Inside Some of Stillwater’s Most Iconic Houses!\nExplore the charm and history of Stillwater like never before at the 2025 Stillwater Historic House Tour\, proudly presented by the Washington County Historical Society. \nWhether you’re a history enthusiast\, architecture aficionado\, or simply looking for a delightful day out\, this tour is not to be missed! \nTickets\n\nTickets available now! Order here: https://bit.ly/3GvqN52\nTickets will be available for pickup on the day of the tour\, Sunday\, May 18 starting at 10am at the Washington County Heritage Center. *Tickets cannot be picked up early in order to limit potential copies being made. Thanks for understanding!\nWhen you pick up your tickets on the day of the tour\, we’ll provide you with:\n\nyour tickets\na map with all the house locations\na packet of historical information about each house!\n\n\n\n\n\nTour Details\n\nHouses may be visited in any order! Note that the Historic Courthouse is open from 1pm-4pm only.\nParking is primarily on the street for each house. The Historic Courthouse has parking lots on both the north and southwest sides of the building. The Warden’s House Museum’s accessible parking and entrance are located at the back of the house.\nTransportation is not provided. Please plan according to your needs\, and feel free to drop off anyone with mobility challenges closer to the front door as needed.\nPlease remove your shoes before entering or use the booties provided at the entrance.\nPhotography is welcome outside of the houses. Please no interior photos unless house owners indicate otherwise. Thanks!\n\nPreview of the tour route:\n \n\n\nWCHS would like to sincerely thank our generous sponsors:\nCates Fine Homes\nDarn Knit Anyway\nDaughters of the American Revolution\, Saint Croix Valley Chapter\nJohnny’s TV\nJune Weddings\nJune Eagleton\nMADE Coffee\nRose Floral & Greenhouse\nTilted Tiki\nValley Bookseller
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/housetour25/
LOCATION:Washington County Heritage Center\, 1862 South Greeley St\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Warden's House Museum,Washington County Heritage Center
ORGANIZER;CN="Washington County Heritage Center":MAILTO:emily.krawczewski@wchsmn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250516T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250516T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T003413
CREATED:20250415T170717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T171132Z
UID:9437-1747411200-1747414800@www.wchsmn.org
SUMMARY:History of William O'Brien State Park with Elizabeth Nelson
DESCRIPTION:Photo credit: Sharon Brodin\n*Hosted at Hay Lake School\n14020 195th St N.\, Marine on St. Croix\, MN 55047\nElizabeth Nelson\, a naturalist from William O’Brien State Park\, will present about the history of the park. Her program will include the history of the O’Brien Family\, the history of the Copas area\, and the changes to the boundaries of the park as they added new parcels of land. \nFree! In person only. No registration required. \nAbout William O’Brien State Park: \nThe park’s namesake comes from a lumber baron\, William O’Brien\, who owned the land prior to passing it on to his daughter\, Alice. She donated the first 180 acres that formed the nucleus of the park. The park was established as the first metro area state park in 1947. (via parksandtrails.org)  \n 
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/obrien/
LOCATION:Hay Lake School\, 14020 195th St N\, Marine on St. Croix\, MN\, 55047
CATEGORIES:Hay Lake School & Erickson Log Home
ORGANIZER;CN="Hay Lake School and Erickson Log Home":MAILTO:susan.stepka@wchsmn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T003413
CREATED:20250319T172813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T174810Z
UID:9417-1747162800-1747166400@www.wchsmn.org
SUMMARY:Black & White Movie Night: "Detour" (1945)
DESCRIPTION:Black & White Movie Night is back! Join us for popcorn\, snacks\, and a 1945 movie called “Detour.” \nAbout the movie:\nWhile hitching cross-country\, a down-on-his-luck pianist becomes entangled in a web of deceit and murder. A classic film noir directed by Edgar G. Ulmer.\nAs always\, an educational introduction and discussion about the film will be provided by Steve Schroer.  \nNo reservations required. In-person attendance only. 
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/bw1945/
LOCATION:Washington County Heritage Center\, 1862 South Greeley St\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Washington County Heritage Center
ORGANIZER;CN="Washington County Heritage Center":MAILTO:emily.krawczewski@wchsmn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T003413
CREATED:20250418T200605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T200624Z
UID:9442-1746889200-1746896400@www.wchsmn.org
SUMMARY:"Suds on the St. Croix" Exhibit Grand Opening
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URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/beer/
LOCATION:Washington County Heritage Center\, 1862 South Greeley St\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Washington County Heritage Center
ORGANIZER;CN="Washington County Heritage Center":MAILTO:emily.krawczewski@wchsmn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250430T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250430T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T003413
CREATED:20250319T163218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T164220Z
UID:9411-1746036000-1746043200@www.wchsmn.org
SUMMARY:ALL-STAR WRESTLING with George Schire
DESCRIPTION:Baron Von Raschke about to put the “Claw Hold” on George Schire\, and Verne Gagne applying his “Sleeper Hold” \n\n \nRUN\, DON’T WALK…to the Washington County Heritage Center for Historian and Author George Schire’s latest ALL-STAR WRESTLING Talk and  Presentation! \n \nAs he always does\, Schire will take you through the ropes and down memory lane with stories of professional wrestling’s wild and wacky characters. \n \nWhether it be the heels or the babyfaces\, you’ll be entertained hearing of their character incarnations and the gimmicks that made us love them and hate them! \n \nAnd\, there will be another chance to win an incredible wrestling collectible! It’s a Main Event Night you won’t want to miss.  See you there!\n \n\nIn-person attendees:\n1862 Greeley Street South\nStillwater\, MN 55082\nVirtual attendees:\nLink to WCHS YouTube page
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/wrestling7/
LOCATION:Washington County Heritage Center\, 1862 South Greeley St\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Washington County Heritage Center
ORGANIZER;CN="Washington County Heritage Center":MAILTO:emily.krawczewski@wchsmn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250427T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250427T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T003413
CREATED:20250325T175818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T175818Z
UID:9423-1745755200-1745769600@www.wchsmn.org
SUMMARY:2025 Warden's House Museum Open House
DESCRIPTION:Help us kick off a new season at the Warden’s House Museum!\n \nThe Warden’s House Museum is open from noon to 4pm and admission is FREE!\nCome chat with knowledgeable volunteers and hear harrowing stories about the territorial/state prison and tales about the wardens and their families. \nParking \nLimited parking is located behind the Warden’s House. Drive up the hill and past the house. The tour entrance is on the front porch.  Street parking is available in front of the building and across the street in the parking lot next to the walking trail and the Manitou Fund Education + Arts Center. \n**The handicapped accessible entrance is located behind the house. Guests are welcome to drop off behind the building and park elsewhere as needed. \nContact\nFor more information\, contact Heidi Heinze at heidi.heinze@wchsmn.org \nAbout the Warden’s House Museum:\nThe Warden’s House opened as a part of the new Minnesota Territorial Prison in 1853. Over time\, 13 Warden’s lived in the house until 1914. After that\, A superintendent of the Prison\, Thomas Ross\, and his family lived there until 1941 when the Washington County Historical Society purchase the home from the state and opened it as the second house museum in Minnesota that year. 
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/2025-wardens-house-museum-open-house/
LOCATION:Warden’s House Museum\, 602 Main Street North\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Warden's House Museum
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