Gateway to Minnesota History
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 […]
The original, non-musical film about a carnivorous plant with a taste for humans! Featuring a young Jack Nicholson. Produced and directed by B-movie impresario Roger Corman. Retired […]
The event “Minnesota Rural Women’s Clubs” with Kate Thomas on Wednesday, November 6 has been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. We hope to reschedule this event for 2025. Immerse yourself […]
Tip off the start to winter's most exciting sport with basketball history. Marc Hugunin will take us into the exciting world of youth sports and the transforming role they played […]
We are thrilled to announce that the Puzzle Competition is SOLD OUT! Please join us for Casual Puzzling from 12pm-4pm, or buy any of our puzzles here!
Marias Pass by Mike Danneman via flickr John Frank Stevens was one of the most prominent surveyors and civil engineers of the last 150 years. Learn about his illustrious career and […]
It isn't often that a community has a person who steps up and records its history. Stillwater and the surrounding area were fortunate to have a photographer named John […]
Tonight’s feature is two short silent comedies from Charlie Chaplin’s most creative period! Retired film professor Steve Schroer will present a brief educational introduction the film. Popcorn will be served! […]
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 […]
The Washington County Historical Society invites you to celebrate National Toast Day in Stillwater, Minnesota: the birthplace of the automatic pop-up toaster. Just over a century ago, Charles Strite was […]
It's a bittersweet announcement, but we will be removing the "John Runk: A Curious Mind" exhibit after Saturday, March 1 to make way for a brand new exhibit! Come to […]
This event is sold out. Where: Stillwater Event Center, 1910 S. Greeley Street, Next to Washington County Heritage Center When: Thursday March 20, 2025 Cost: $25 […]
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