Gateway to Minnesota History
Join the Washington County Historical Society for a relaxing and entertaining evening on a Stillwater River Boat. Visitors will enjoy stories of the gondola by John Kershbaum, relish in hearty hors d'oeurves, and treat yourself to a cash bar on this exquisite sojourn supporting the Washington County Historical Society. This even is Wednesday, August […]
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 6:00 pm, WCHS challenges you to form your team and face off with others to put your historical knowledge to the test. Every month has […]
On Oct. 7, 1896, the quiet town of Sherburn, Minnesota, was forever changed when the Kellihan brothers rolled into infamy, committing a daring bank robbery that would become the world’s first heist executed on bicycles. Wheels of Murder unravels the gripping true story of Hans and Lew Kellihan, two young men from Iowa who […]
The Washington County Historical Society invites you to a presentation by Donald McConkey on the History of Logging Stamps & Patents on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 7:00pm. McConkey is currently a board members, historian, and manager for the Depot Museum at the Gordon-Wascott Historical Society in the supper St. Croix River Valley in Wisconsin. […]
Hey old school professional wrestling fans, MARK YOUR CALENDARS for THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 24th at 6:00pm for another presentation by Historian, Author, and WCHS board member George Schire. As it always is, this will be another Main Event look at the villains you loved to hate in the ring! They growled, bit, hissed, broke the […]
The Washington County Historical Society is proud to present the short film “A Black Heart Unbroken.” This 14 minute thriller was shot on location at the Warden’s House Museum in Stillwater, MN. Local filmmakers chose this historic setting for their macabre tale...A woman on the run from her dark past finds refuge at […]
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 6:00 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 […]
NANCY GOODMAN ESTATE SALE: October 2-4, 10am - 4pm Washington County Heritage Center, 1862 Greeley St. S, Stillwater For one weekend only, the Washington County Historical Society is hosting an estate from the Nancy & Bob Goodman estate. You will find books, furniture, records, antiques and even more BOOKS! Come find your own hidden treasure! […]
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. What showed up on their cameras and audio equipment? Is the Warden’s House Museum actually haunted? Friday, October 2, 2026 […]
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. What showed up on their cameras and audio equipment? Is the Warden’s House Museum actually haunted? Saturday, October 3, 2026 […]
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! Times and Dates: Friday, October 9 @ 6:00PM, 6:45PM, and 7:30PM Saturday, October 10 @ […]
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! Times and Dates: Friday, October 9 @ 6:00PM, 6:45PM, and 7:30PM Saturday, October 10 @ […]
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