Gateway to Minnesota History
A former inmate of the Minnesota Correctional Facility in Bayport will give a presentation regarding his time working on The Prison Mirror - one of the longest continuously published prison newspapers in the country! Jason will also speak about the history of the prison and his experience inside.
The moment we've all been waiting for...the Grand Opening of the brand-new Washington County Heritage Center! Admission is FREE for the grand opening - bring your families and friends! Events and Performances: "Accent," a string duet consisting of Stillwater natives Travis Peterson (violin) and Jess Peterson (viola). Expect to hear selections from Bach to The […]
It's spooky season - the perfect time to grab a flashlight and take an after-dark tour of the Warden's House! Watch your back - our ghosts may be out to play! Flashlights will be provided. Tickets available online only at WCHS Store under the Membership & Tickets tab
It's spooky season - the perfect time to grab a flashlight and take an after-dark tour of the Warden's House! Watch your back - our ghosts may be out to play! Flashlights will be provided. Tickets available online only at WCHS Store under the Membership & Tickets tab
So, is the Warden's House *really* haunted? Come to this event to find out! Johnsdale Paranormal Group from Onamia, MN will be giving two presentations on their closest, creepiest encounters with unexplained phenomena at the Warden’s House and around the country. Tickets available online only at WCHS Store under the Membership & Tickets tab
So, is the Warden's House *really* haunted? Come to this event to find out! Johnsdale Paranormal Group from Onamia, MN be giving two presentations on their closest, creepiest encounters with unexplained phenomena at the Warden’s House and around the country. Tickets available online only at WCHS Store under the Membership & Tickets tab
It's spooky season - the perfect time to grab a flashlight and take an after-dark tour of the Warden's House! Watch your back - our ghosts may be out to play! Flashlights will be provided. Tickets available online only at WCHS Store under the Membership & Tickets tab
Come out to the Heritage Center and see this rare footage for yourself! Truly, a “home movie of his home town,” innovator John Runk shot stunning 8mm films to document the growing community of Stillwater from the late 1940s to the early 1950s. Together with a rich soundtrack, original narration, and DVD extras, they show […]
It's our very first Black & White movie Night! Dress up in your best black-and-white outfit and come to the Heritage Center for a screening of three Buster Keaton short films: "One Week" (1920), "The High Sign" (1921), and "The Goat" (1921). No reservations needed. Masks are encouraged. Retired university professor and film enthusiast Steven […]
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