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SUMMARY:2nd Annual Historic Grounds Coffee Tasting
DESCRIPTION:Tickets are available now! Click on this link.
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/2nd-annual-historic-grounds-coffee-tasting/
LOCATION:Washington County Heritage Center\, 1862 South Greeley St\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Washington County Heritage Center
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SUMMARY:WCHS Fall Membership Dinner Meeting/PART TWO: White Bear’s Notorious Gangsters
DESCRIPTION:LOCATION:\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 PART TWO: White Bear’s Notorious Gangsters with White Bear Lake Area Historical Society’s Executive Director Sara Hanson \nCOST:\nCost is $25 for WCHS members and $30 for nonmembers. \nRSVP is required. Please send an email to: information@wchsmn.org or call 651-439-5956 to RSVP.\nPROGRAM INFO: \nPART TWO of White Bear’s Notorious Gangsters! Presented by White Bear Lake Area Historical Society’s Executive Director Sara Hanson. The White Bear area was a haven for the 1920s and ‘30s era gangsters who wanted to get away from it all. Join us as we take a deeper dive into the stories of visitors such as Ma Barker and Alvin “Creepy” Karpis – the Bureau of Investigation’s only Public Enemy Number 1 to be taken alive and live to tell his side of the story.  \nLearn more about the White Bear Lake Area Historical Society on their website \nJoin us also for PART ONE at the Washington County Heritage Center on September 14!  \n 
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/fall23/
LOCATION:Stillwater Event Center\, 1910 Greeley Street South\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230923T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230923T160000
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SUMMARY:One-Room Schoolhouse Reunion Party
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/one-room-schoolhouse-reunion-party-2/
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:20230919T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230919T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T233516
CREATED:20230802T170636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230915T175319Z
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SUMMARY:Minnesota's Golden Age of Wrestling: AWA Tag Team Mayhem! with George Schire
DESCRIPTION:On this visit to the Washington County Heritage Center\, wrestling historian and author George Schire discusses all of the incredible tag team combinations that made the AWA one of the greatest promotions for three decades. \n \nWhich team was the best?  As Schire shares his stories\, your mind will be in the ring\, wrestling to decide the answer. \n \nJoin us for this Time Machine trip back to when Tag Teams ruled!\n \nAttend in-person at the Washington County Heritage Center OR virtually on Zoom.\n \nZoom info:\n\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nClick here to join the Zoom meeting \nMeeting ID: 880 1200 0040\nPasscode: history
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/wrestling4/
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:20230914T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230914T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T233516
CREATED:20230629T202636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230824T205803Z
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SUMMARY:PART ONE: White Bear’s Notorious Gangsters with Sara Hanson
DESCRIPTION:Alvin “Creepy” Karpis \nThe White Bear area was a haven for the 1920s and ‘30s era gangsters who wanted to get away from it all. Join us to learn some gangster lingo while you hear the tales of infamous visitors such as Ma Barker\, Alvin “Creepy” Karpis and Baby Face Nelson. Presented by White Bear Lake Area Historical Society’s Executive Director Sara Hanson! \nLearn more about the White Bear Lake Area Historical Society on their website \n  \nAttend in-person at the Washington County Heritage Center OR virtually on Zoom. \nZoom Info \nClick here to join the Zoom meeting \nMeeting ID: 884 4729 4666\nPasscode: wchs \n  \nJoin us also for PART TWO at the WCHS Fall Membership Dinner on September 28!
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/gangsters/
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:20230827T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230827T140000
DTSTAMP:20260419T233516
CREATED:20230718T203906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230825T201821Z
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SUMMARY:Celebrating Swiss Heritage in the St. Croix Valley
DESCRIPTION:Curious about some of Stillwater’s oldest immigrants? \nJoin us for a special event at the Washington County Heritage Center\, celebrating the rich Swiss heritage and stories in Minnesota\, particularly in Stillwater and the Twin Cities. Save the date: Sunday\, August 27\, from noon to 2pm! \nThe highlight of this event is the screening of “IN’AVENTURA AMERICANA\,” a captivating documentary that sheds light on the Swiss Romansh immigration to Minnesota with a particular focus on the Stillwater area. The video follows the adventures of two Swiss gentlemen\, starting in Stillwater\, venturing to other parts of the Twin Cities\, and to Badus\, South Dakota. A contingency of the Stillwater Swiss ventured off to create a planned community. The Badus community of Swiss Romansh was studied as to how it was established and functioned. Swiss Romansh immigrants\, alongside other immigrant groups\, played a pivotal role in establishing businesses throughout the St. Croix Valley\, contributing to job opportunities\, and fostering a sense of community for the newcomers. \nWhat’s even more thrilling is that several members of the documentary team will be joining us live via Zoom from Switzerland. They will participate in discussions and eagerly answer any questions you may have about the film. Additionally\, the event will feature a delightful array of memorabilia and artifacts\, and authentic Swiss cuisine. It promises to be a festive and celebratory gathering! \nThe main objective for this event is to pay homage to Swiss ancestors\, spark meaningful conversations\, and share the remarkable stories of the families that shaped this area we call home today. \nWe warmly encourage you to seize this opportunity to immerse yourself in local history and heritage. We look forward to your presence at this memorable occasion! \nWe are encouraging everyone to come in-person if possible\, but we’re also happy to have attendees on Zoom! \nZOOM INFO \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/82442144044?pwd=UVlmSjZ6aWVWc1ArdUtOdHZVQWVoUT09 \nMeeting ID: 824 4214 4044\nPasscode: swiss
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/celebrating-swiss-heritage-in-the-st-croix-valley/
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:20230822T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230822T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T233516
CREATED:20230629T200556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T004818Z
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SUMMARY:Stands Before His People: Enmegahbowh and the Ojibwe with Verne Pickering
DESCRIPTION:Book Cover \nAuthor Verne Pickering presents his book about the life and legacy of Enmegahbowh\, the first Ojibwe Episcopalian priest in the United States who\, during the turbulent frontier days of the 1800s\, worked for peace\, opportunity\, and cooperation among peoples. Books will be available for purchase at the program. \nAttend in-person at the Washington County Heritage Center OR virtually on Zoom. \nZoom Info\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/85746762143?pwd=QzVmck1sSFZDV0pCRkw1ZWV4MHE4UT09\nMeeting ID: 857 4676 2143\nPasscode: wchs
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/stands-before-his-people-enmegahbowh-and-the-ojibwe-with-verne-pickering/
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:20230817T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230817T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T233516
CREATED:20230712T163809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T163809Z
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SUMMARY:Birds of Washington County with Kyle Te Poel
DESCRIPTION:Washington County is home to a wide variety of feathered friends. Kyle Te Poel is a birder and photographer\, and runs Next Bend Birding Tours.\nSince 2008\, Kyle Te Poel has worked in Minnesota\, Maine\, and California as a naturalist\, educator\, park ranger\, and in-the-field bird/environmental researcher. Te Poel has worked with several organizations including the National Park Service\, Sierra Club\, and National Audubon Society.\n \nHe has served as a tour guide at bird festivals\, and have provided lectures\, classes\, and special programming for numerous organizations.\nTe Poel has a master’s degree in outdoor education. He began developing and leading his own tours in 2008\, launching his own touring business in 2016. His website is https://kyletepoel.crevado.com/\n \nThis program is free to the public and no reservations are required.\n\nQuestions? Contact Hay Lake School Site Manager Susan Stepka at susan.stepka@wchsmn.org or 651-433-4014.\n 
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/birding/
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:20230810T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230810T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T233516
CREATED:20230629T195835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230819T165405Z
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SUMMARY:Photography in the Valley and Around the World with Rhett Arens
DESCRIPTION:https://youtu.be/OtlAMKSuCAM \nRhett Arens is a photographer who has had the good fortune to travel extensively\, visiting 60+ countries over the last thirty years. Rhett finds that photography often triggers a give-and-take moment when strangers meet. It becomes an opportunity to exchange stories and find common ground. His work has appeared in The Paris Review\, Travel + Leisure\, Taproot\, The Golfers Journal\, Fifty Grande\, Lake Superior Magazine\, Islands\, The Whitefish Review\, Boundary Waters Journal and more. \nSee Rhett’s website at:\nrhettarens.com \nAttend in-person at the Washington County Heritage Center OR virtually on Zoom. \n  \nZoom Info \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/81527592078?pwd=R0FrcnlQMjN4aFNjeVUyT2dMSGZJZz09 \nMeeting ID: 815 2759 2078\nPasscode: wchs
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/arens/
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:20230802T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230802T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T233516
CREATED:20230617T182728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230718T205903Z
UID:8459-1691002800-1691006400@www.wchsmn.org
SUMMARY:The Lure of the Pearl Button with Robyn Stoller
DESCRIPTION:St. Croix Pearl Button Factory workers on pile of shells \n \nThe story of freshwater mussels and the pearl button industry in St. Croix and Mississippi river valleys\nIn the late 19th and early 20th centuries\, more than a lumber boom was occurring in the St. Croix River valley. A pearl button boom was also underway\, employing thousands of ‘clammers’ and button factory workers who labored in the business of making buttons and decorative elements for jewelry and watches. The pearl button industry was short-lived. Advances in plastics technology and mussel over-harvesting led to its early demise but its history is amazing and includes unique stories of locals ‘making it big’ during the pearl button boom. \nRobyn Stoller\, a long-time member of WCHS\, completed research for this topic as a volunteer for the National Park Service. Her project provided park rangers with detailed content to share with visitors and to augment an exhibit at the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway Visitor Center in St. Croix Falls. Her research brought her to the National Pearl Button Museum in Muscatine\, IA and several local museums plus many hours at a microfilm reader reading old newspaper stories on clammers and the pearl button business. \nAttend in-person at the Washington County Heritage Center OR virtually on Zoom. \nZoom Info \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/83815017179?pwd=SU5mclRQQmo2MW9qelNGcEcrY3hBQT09 \nMeeting ID: 838 1501 7179\nPasscode: wchs
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/pearls/
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:20230621T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230621T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T233516
CREATED:20230331T204910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230512T194250Z
UID:8277-1687374000-1687377600@www.wchsmn.org
SUMMARY:Black & White Movie Night: Great Silent Film Comedies
DESCRIPTION:Buster Keaton \nBlack & White Movie Night returns with an assortment of short subjects featuring famous clowns of the silent era. The program will include Buster Keaton and the third of the “Big Three\,” Harold Lloyd. Be prepared to spend an hour laughing! Hosted by former professor Steve Schroer. \nAttend in-person at the Washington County Heritage Center
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/black-white-movie-night-great-silent-film-comedies/
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:20230617T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230617T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T233516
CREATED:20230424T182437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230601T171753Z
UID:8348-1687017600-1687028400@www.wchsmn.org
SUMMARY:16th Annual Beer Tasting and Silent Auction
DESCRIPTION:The Washington County Historical Society is hosting the 16th Annual Beer Tasting and Silent Auction at Hay Lake School! Get ready for a several local breweries on tap\, a silent auction\, and the perfect relaxed setting to celebrate the start of summer.\n \nTickets are $20/person and available day-of only at Hay Lake School.\nAges 21+ only. Rain or shine.\n \nQuestions? Call 651-439-5956. See you there!
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/beertasting23/
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:20230614T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230614T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T233516
CREATED:20230512T194221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230512T194221Z
UID:8394-1686769200-1686772800@www.wchsmn.org
SUMMARY:Preservation in Stillwater with Matt Thueson
DESCRIPTION:June will be the 50th anniversary of Stillwater’s Heritage Preservation Commission. Commission chair Matt Thueson considers Stillwater’s evolution\, looks back at the city’s lost and saved places\, and speaks about how preservation has made Stillwater a more vibrant and livable community. \nAttend in-person only at the Washington County Heritage Center
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/preservation-in-stillwater-with-matt-thueson/
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:20230606T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230606T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T233516
CREATED:20230421T171622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230512T194336Z
UID:8337-1686078000-1686081600@www.wchsmn.org
SUMMARY:A look at the history of our sweetest springtime crop: Maple Syrup with Steve Saupe
DESCRIPTION:Attend in-person at the Washington County Heritage Center or virtually on Zoom at the link below. \nMinnesota Maple Syrup Producers Association’s Steve Saupe will provide an overview of the history of maple syrup with an emphasis on making a great tasting product. Samples will be provided!  \nAbout the Minnesota Maple Syrup Producers Association (MMSPA) – \nFor nearly 50 years the MMSPA has served the maple syrup industry of Minnesota. Incorporated as a non-profit membership association in 1966\, the MMSPA has promoted quality maple products and provided information and education to members. We exist to support and encourage maple syrup production in Minnesota by hobbyists and licensed commercial producers alike. \nProducers today owe a debt of gratitude to MMSPA’s first president\, Clifford Dalbey of Mora\, Minnesota who\, along with 13 other producers\, formed the MMSPA in 1966. Today the association is made up of over 100 maple syrup producers from the state of Minnesota. \nLearn more about them at: https://www.mnmaple.org/  \nAttend in-person at the Washington County Heritage Center OR virtually on Zoom \nZOOM INFO: \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/81677748630?pwd=Uzc2N0dLUnZVcE80UmJnM0RvN2xxQT09 \nMeeting ID: 816 7774 8630\nPasscode: wchs
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/maplesyrup/
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:20230525T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230525T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T233516
CREATED:20230429T205409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230512T194407Z
UID:8361-1685041200-1685044800@www.wchsmn.org
SUMMARY:Antique Musical Instruments of the Warden's House Museum
DESCRIPTION:WCHS volunteer\, musician\, and historian Mike Frain will give a musical tour of the phonographs\, record players\, and music boxes at the Warden’s House. Come and enjoy the sound of a bygone era and learn how the machines work! \nAttend in-person at the Warden’s House Museum
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/antique-musical-instruments-of-the-wardens-house-museum/
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:20230521T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230521T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T233516
CREATED:20230413T204334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230509T181434Z
UID:8297-1684670400-1684688400@www.wchsmn.org
SUMMARY:2023 Stillwater Historic House Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2023 Stillwater Historic Homes Tour on Sunday\, May 21 from 12pm-5pm!\nEight beautiful and unique homes nestled into the hills of Stillwater will be opening their doors to share hospitality and history.\n\nCLICK HERE FOR TICKETS!\n\nHow to tour:\n \n1. Please pick up your tickets on the day of the tour at:Washington County Heritage Center\n1853 Greeley Street South\nStillwater\, MN 55082 \nThe Washington County Heritage Center will open at 10am on the day of the tour.  \nAt will call\, we’ll provide you with: \n\nyour tickets\na map with all the house locations\na packet of historical information about each house!\n\nPlease bring a photo ID to claim your tickets. \nTickets cannot be picked up early in order to limit potential for copies being made. Thanks for understanding! \n  \n2. Houses may be visited in any order! Each house will be open the full length of the tour from 12pm-5pm. \n  \n3. No transportation is provided by WCHS\, so please plan according to your needs. A few of the houses are close together and can be walked between easily! Others are several blocks apart and we recommend driving to them.\nAll parking is street parking. There is a free public parking lot located across the street from the Warden’s House that you may use when you visit the Warden’s House. \nRain or shine. All sales are final. Questions? Call 651-439-2298. \n\nWCHS would like to sincerely thank:\nTruen Group\, Tour Sponsor\nAlfresco Casual Living\, House Sponsor\n \nDarn Knit Anyway\, House Sponsor\n \nJohnny’s TV\, House Sponsor\n \nLowell Inn\, House Sponsor\n \nRose Floral and Greenhouse\, House Sponsor\n \nThe Tilted Tiki\, House Sponsor\n \nValley Bookseller\, House Sponsor\nHere is the map for this year’s route!\n 
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/housetour23/
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:20230520T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230520T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T233516
CREATED:20230502T175332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230512T194434Z
UID:8368-1684587600-1684598400@www.wchsmn.org
SUMMARY:New Exhibit Grand Opening: Grocery Stores of Washington County!
DESCRIPTION: \nThe Washington County Heritage Center is opening a BRAND NEW EXHIBIT all about grocery stores and food buying in Washington County!\nBest part: admission to the museum will be free during the grand opening celebration! (Donations are always appreciated)\n \nWere you a grocery bagger once upon a time at Hooley’s?\nDo you enjoy a Saturday morning farmer’s market?\nDid you stand inside Scandia Mercantile waiting for the school bus?\nDid you know that the Marine General Store is the oldest continuously operating general store in the whole state?\n \nWhether you’ve lived in Washington County your whole life or recently moved here\, we’re all a part of this history.\n \nCome check it out and celebrate history! \n \n\n \nAttend in-person at the Washington County Heritage Center
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/new-exhibit-grand-opening-grocery-stores-of-washington-county/
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:20230511T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230511T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T233516
CREATED:20230201T192223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230201T192223Z
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SUMMARY:At the Warden's House: Schubert Club at 140: Concerts\, Collections\, Community with Barry Kempton
DESCRIPTION:Barry Kempton\, Artistic & Executive Director of the Schubert Club\, will give an illustrated talk about Minnesota’s oldest arts organization\, its programs and guest musicians over the years and its Music Museum featuring keyboard instruments\, composer letters and the “Music Makers Zone”.  \n \nAbout the Schubert Club: \nSince 1893\, Schubert Club has invited the world’s great recital soloists and ensembles to the Twin Cities and has promoted the superb musical talents of our community through performances\, education\, and museum programs. One of the first arts organizations in the country\, Schubert Club remains today one of the nation’s most vibrant\, relevant\, and respected music organizations. \nSchubert Club’s INTERNATIONAL ARTIST SERIES has presented many of the world’s great recitalists including Jascha Heifetz\, Arthur Rubinstein\, Cecilia Bartoli\, Isaac Stern\, Beverly Sills\, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau\, Leontyne Price\, Yo-Yo Ma\, and Renée Fleming to name a few. \nQuestions? Contact Warden’s House Site Manager Julianne O’Connell at julianne.oconnell@wchsmn.org  \n 
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/schubert/
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:20230502T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230502T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T233516
CREATED:20230316T173505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T190306Z
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SUMMARY:Minnesota's Golden Age of Wrestling 3.0 with George Schire
DESCRIPTION:Our favorite wrestling historian and author George Schire is BACK for part 3 of Minnesota’s Golden Age of Wrestling! If you missed George’s previous talks\, not  to worry – George will make sure novices and experts alike will enjoy this program!  \nWrestling’s singles feuds and tag team wars!  In the wacky and unpredictable world of professional wrestling\, good guys and bad guys fought for supremacy and formed interesting tag team combinations that added to the soap opera drama that drew fans in week after week. \nGeorge’s book “Minnesota’s Golden Age of Wrestling: From Verne Gagne to the Road Warriors” will be available for purchase at the event.
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/wrestling3/
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:20230430T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230430T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T233516
CREATED:20230414T181635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T200643Z
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SUMMARY:Open House at the Warden's House Museum
DESCRIPTION:The Washington County Historical Society is excited to announce the special open house celebrating the 170 years of the Warden’s House on North Main Street in Stillwater! \nAdmission is FREE for the afternoon! \nEvents include live music from 1-3pm from singer Hilary Thavis and Musician Doug Otto. Hilary will sing sections of blues numbers—fitting for life in a prison. Hilary Thavis is a Prairie Home Companion Alum 2010-2015. \nThe Warden’s House is full of household items donated by Washington County residents. Many of these every day pieces came from Sears\, Roebuck and Company\, founded as a mail-order watch company in the late 19th century\, made its name with its packed catalogs that advertised everything from wigs\, dental tools\, and live chicks to entire house kits. Come in and see what has been found and you might recognize items from Sears in your possession \nTime \n1pm-5pm \nLocation \nThe Warden’s House is located at 602 N. Main Street\, Stillwater. \nParking \nLimited parking is located behind the Warden’s House and overflow parking is located across the street in the parking lot next to the walking trail and the Zephyr Theatre. \nThe 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 Julianne O’Connell at 651-439-5956 or julianne.oconnell@wchsmn.org  \n  \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. The museum demonstrates the history not only of Stillwater’s infamous prison\, but also the history of Washington County.
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/open-house-at-the-wardens-house-museum/
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:20230427T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230427T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T233516
CREATED:20230228T212120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230428T191203Z
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SUMMARY:Oldest Twin Cities: A Guide to Historic Treasures with Julie Jo Severson
DESCRIPTION: \n \n\n \n\n \nWhile blending old-world history with modern-day relevance\, local author Julie Jo Severson explores hidden and legendary gems throughout the region she’s called home most of her life in her new local guidebook Oldest Twin Cities: A Guide to Historic Treasures. From a tiny\, old-school magic shop tracing back to 1899 to a sacred cave tucked below 450-million-year-old bluffs\, Oldest Twin Cities pays homage to enduring treasures and natural wonders in our midst. Julie Jo is also the author of Secret Twin Cities: A Guide to the Weird\, Wonderful\, and Obscure\, which she describes as a whimsical tour of the Twin Cities through the eyes of the unusual. \n\n \n\nAbout the Author: \nJulie Jo Severson works as a freelance journalist\, editor\, and personal historian helping individuals record their life stories. A fourth-generation\, lifelong Minnesotan\, she’s still constantly adding to her local bucket list and sneaks in mini-excursions throughout the metro whenever she has the opportunity.  \n \nLearn more about the book:\nYou can order/pre-order signed copies and learn more about both Oldest Twin Cities and Secret Twin Cities at www.OldestTwinCities.com\, where 10% of book proceeds will be donated to Give Hope MN\, a non-profit focused on bringing the community together to serve those in need. 
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/oldesttc/
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:20230413T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230413T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T233516
CREATED:20230209T205213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T195447Z
UID:8193-1681412400-1681416000@www.wchsmn.org
SUMMARY:Seeing Minnesota History Through the Life of Charles A. Lindbergh
DESCRIPTION: \n\n \n\nProf. Chris Gehrz\, author of a new biography of Charles A. Lindbergh\, presents on the life story of a particularly famous Minnesotan to shed light on important themes in the state’s history\, including the frontier\, religion\, eugenics\, isolationism\, and environmental protection. \n \n\n \nChris Gehrz (PhD\, Yale) is professor of history at Bethel University\, where he teaches courses on modern European\, military/diplomatic\, religious\, and sports history. He is the author or editor of five books\, including Charles Lindbergh: A Religious Biography of America’s Most Infamous Pilot (Eerdmans\, 2021)\, and writes weekly about history\, religion\, and education at Substack. A native of Stillwater\, Chris now lives in Roseville with his wife and two children.\n \n \nZOOM INFO:\n\nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMsc-2urj4pE9F-y-8Wt6ovx5NQPeWoAuD4 \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/lindy/
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:20230404T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230404T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T233516
CREATED:20230228T180017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230406T020619Z
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SUMMARY:Surviving the Holocaust: Journey to a New World -- Why the Jews? with Ken Engel
DESCRIPTION:Ken Engel’s parents survived the Holocaust.  As a member of the Speakers Bureau of the Jewish Community Relations Council of Minnesota and the Dakotas/Tolerance Minnesota\, the JCRC Middle East Speakers Bureau\, and other platforms\, he’s given hundreds of presentations to school\, college\, municipal\, synagogue\, church\, military\, educator\, industry and private groups\, clubs and organizations about the Holocaust\, his parents’ experiences during World War II\, Israel\, Judaism\, and related subjects.  He’s trained thousands of survivors\, children and grandchildren of survivors\, community activists and lay members on how to effectively and comfortably share their individual stories with a wide range of audiences. \nKen is Chair of CHAIM (Children of Holocaust Survivors Association in Minnesota)\, a Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area 150-strong member group of children (second generation\, a.k.a 2Gs)\, grandchild (third generation\, a.k.a 3Gs)\, and other descendants and friends of Holocaust survivors. \n  \nHe is a member of the governing Coordinating Council of Generations of the Shoah International (GSI)\, a U.S.-based group of Jewish leaders of Second Generation and other Holocaust-related organizations.  GSI networks and shares information and resources on the Holocaust and related issues with Holocaust survivor families\, organizations and institutions worldwide via GSI’s monthly e-newsletter and on GSI’s website\, www.genshoah.org.  \n  \nGSI also advocates for the interests of survivors.  GSI has more than 25\,000 members on six continents and is the largest Holocaust survivor family organization in the world.  His close\, long-term participation in GSI — which has included speaker training and conducting educational efforts across the U.S. — has helped make him a more effective speaker on these subjects. \n  \nAn attorney in private practice in downtown Minneapolis\, Ken and his sweet wife live in Minneapolis’ Bryn Mawr neighborhood\, and have happily welcomed their first three grandchildren — all bright and beautiful\, of course! \nThe program is free to the public and no reservations are required. Event attendees may attend either in person at the Washington County Heritage Center or virtually on Zoom.  \n  \nZOOM INFO \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwvfuuorz8vHtQzEU3UXaivtzd407VxnPsW \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nMeeting passcode: wchs
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/kenengel/
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:20230330T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230330T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T233516
CREATED:20221118T172114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T202623Z
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SUMMARY:"Winter’s Children: A Celebration of Nordic Skiing" with author Ryan Rodgers
DESCRIPTION:Author Ryan Rodgers presents on his book “Winter’s Children: A Celebration of Nordic Skiing\,” the story of Nordic skiing in the Midwest—its origins and history\, its star athletes and races\, and its place in the region’s social fabric and the nation’s winter recreation. \nWinter’s Children traces Nordic skiing in the Midwest from its introduction in the late 1800s to its uncertain future in today’s changing climate. Generously illustrated\, this is an engaging look at the earliest ski teams and touring clubs; the evolution of cross-country skis\, gear\, and fashion; and the ambitious effort to maintain a vast trail network across Minnesota’s state park system. \n\n\n\nZOOM INFO: \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/89932131389?pwd=bWJDcDJ6cDcxRDJJK2RkL2dTWUcxdz09 \nMeeting ID: 899 3213 1389\nPasscode: wchs
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/nordicskiing/
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:20230323T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230323T193000
DTSTAMP:20260419T233516
CREATED:20230105T220105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230323T152014Z
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT WCHS Annual Meeting and Dinner
DESCRIPTION:The WCHS Annual Meeting will be held Thursday\, March 23\, 2023\, at the Stillwater Event Center\, located at 1910 S. Greeley Street in Stillwater (next door to the Heritage Center). \nThe doors open at 5:30 PM for a social hour preceding a dinner served at 6:30 PM. Award-winning caterer Todd Scheel Catering will cater the event. The annual meeting will start at 7:30 PM\, with election of board members and an update on the Society’s activities. \nFollowing the short business meeting\, photographer Doug Ohman will speak about “Vanishing Landmarks”  \nCost of the dinner and program is $25 for WCHS members and $30 for non-members\, payable at the door. The public is invited and welcome\, but reservations must be made. To reserve call 651-439-2298 or email emily.krawczewski@wchsmn.org. \nWant to become a WCHS member? Click here to become a member! 
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/wchs-annual-meeting-and-dinner/
LOCATION:Stillwater Event Center\, 1910 Greeley Street South\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230321T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230321T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T233516
CREATED:20221223T222158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230322T175714Z
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SUMMARY:Stillwater's Most Infamous Madam
DESCRIPTION:WCHS Treasurer Tom Simonet gave a talk about Stillwater’s most infamous lady of the night Nellie “Red Nell” Mandeville. Red Nell became a businesswoman of sorts\, hiring other area women to entertain male residents and visitors. \nRed Nell’s appearance on the Police Register became as predicable as the sun setting. From August 1882 through July 1883\, Nell was arrested ten times! Over this period\, she paid $847 in fines but never spent one day in jail. She was charged for running a “house of ill fame.” Curiously\, she was always arrested with a man named Mike Keogh\, who was charged with the same crime. Red Nell’s colorful life weaves from her birthplace in Ohio in 1848 to her final resting place in Minnesota in 1888. Newspaper articles and history of other area madams show the difficulty of this high-risk lifestyle.
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/rednell/
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:20230308T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230308T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T233516
CREATED:20230105T170233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230309T185854Z
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SUMMARY:Native American Mounds History with Jon Quijano
DESCRIPTION:Jon Quijano is an award-winning history documentary writer. His latest field research is taking place here in the St. Croix River Valley\, gathering knowledge about the peoples who have called the valley home for thousands of years. This is a talk on his findings and his research process on a work in progress.
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/mounds/
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:20230216T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230216T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T233516
CREATED:20230214T212252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230217T190925Z
UID:8199-1676574000-1676577600@www.wchsmn.org
SUMMARY:Found in the water: The John Jeremy Story
DESCRIPTION:  \nOver the course of history\, families develop special skills such as blacksmithing\, gold & silver smiths\, plus many other occupations that are handed down through the generations. One family in Stillwater had a very unique talent that went through three generations until it was no longer used\, and that was of finding of drowning victims. Learn about John Jeremy’s highly unusual employment with WCHS Executive Director Brent Peterson!
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/johnjeremy/
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:20230208T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T233516
CREATED:20221223T213557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221223T213622Z
UID:8114-1675882800-1675886400@www.wchsmn.org
SUMMARY:Black & White Movie Night: "The Kid" starring Charlie Chaplin
DESCRIPTION:Black & White Movie Night is back at the Washington County Heritage Center! Retired university professor Steve Schroer will provide an introduction to the film. \nAbout the movie: Chaplin’s first full-length feature is a silent masterpiece about a little tramp who discovers a little orphan and brings him up but is left desolate when the orphanage reclaims him. Chaplin directed\, produced and starred in the film\, as well as composed the score. 
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/chaplin/
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:20230128T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230128T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T233516
CREATED:20221215T210734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230124T191713Z
UID:8094-1674907200-1674921600@www.wchsmn.org
SUMMARY:Annual Winter Ice Cream Social
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Annual Winter Ice Cream Social will be held on Saturday\, January 28th from noon to 4pm in North Lowell Park near Mulberry Point. Generous partners include: Leo’s Grill & Malt Shop\, Lift Bridge Brewery and The Daily Grind Espresso Café! Free ice cream\, bonfire and a chance to visit with your neighbors you haven’t seen since the first snowfall! \n        \nOur tent will be set up in Lowell Park near the Gazebo from 12pm-4pm for free ice cream\, root beer floats and coffee. Chili will be available for $5 – cash only. And you can’t miss the incredible sculptures made from teams from AROUND THE WORLD for the World Snow Sculpting Championship 2023 put on through Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce and City of Stillwater\, Minnesota – Local Government! \n \n 
URL:https://www.wchsmn.org/event/icecreamsocial23/
LOCATION:MN
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