Join LeAnn Stee in a screening of a short film highlighting the incredible story of Maud Mellish Wilson—the visionary widow and nurse recruited by Dr. William J. Mayo in 1907 to launch Mayo Clinic’s library and editorial department. Mellish edited thousands of medical papers, shaping the clear, world-renowned institutional voice...
Join us for a free howling good time at our hair-raising hour of Halloween fun! Hear spooktacular, kid-friendly stories, come dressed in your favorite costume, and all the little ghouls can stay to craft something creepy! Thanks to Olmsted Medical Center for sponsoring this free program.
A favorite fall tradition is back for another year! For more than 10 years, families have been gathering at the History Center for a day full of fall fun! Bring the whole family and enjoy: Pumpkin Painting Alpaca Storytime with Homestead Arts Farm Hay Wagon Rides Fall Arts & Crafts...
Celebrate The Reading Center's 75th Anniversary with an inspiring panel discussion at the History Center of Olmsted County, moderated by Ilaya Rome Hopkins, granddaughter of cofounder Paula Rome. Hear accomplished Reading Center alumnus, including entrepreneurs, a lawyer, a doctor, an author, and other community leaders, share how they have made...
Celebrate The Reading Center's 75th Anniversary with an inspiring panel discussion at the History Center of Olmsted County, moderated by Ilaya Rome Hopkins, granddaughter of cofounder Paula Rome. Hear accomplished Reading Center alumnus, including entrepreneurs, a lawyer, a doctor, an author, and other community leaders, share how they have made...
Join us for Heritage, Heroes, and History! designed for our 55+ community. This is a special program focusing on Southeast Minnesota during the Vietnam Era, offering a welcoming space for meaningful conversation and direct connection. This 55+ community program is free with accepted donations. Please register in advance at olmstedhistory.com/events....
Join us on for an inspiring evening celebrating a true legend during our special screening of The Real Moonlight Graham: A Life Well Lived. This compelling short film offers a captivating look into the extraordinary life of Dr. Archibald "Moonlight" Graham, whose brief stint in Major League Baseball gave way...
