NCHS BOARD OF DIRECTORS CANDIDATE INFO

Thank you for your interest in joining our Board of Directors. We know that those interested in being a leadership volunteer have many choices, and we are humbled knowing that you are interested in us.

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NCHS Announces Changes in Admissions Pricing and Structure

Some fees to rise, and free admission to children expands to include all youth aged 17 and younger. Saint Peter, MN (January 10, 2023) – The Nicollet County Historical Society is announcing changes in its admissions fees that will go into effect immediately. General admission for adults will increase from

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A promotional graphic for the "Brewers and Bottlers Exhibit: A Refreshing History of Beer & Soda Making in Nicollet County" features 5 vintage beverage bottles. Event dates are April 16, 2022, through March 25, 2023, displayed on a green background.

A Refreshing New Exhibit is Coming to the Nicollet County Historical Society

Brewers & Bottlers: A Refreshing History of Beer and Soda Making in Nicollet County showcases material from the collections of the Nicollet County Historical Society and other donors related to the history and heritage of brewing and bottling in Nicollet County.

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CALL FOR EXHIBIT ITEMS

Showcase your treasures! The Nicollet County Historical Society’s latest exhibit, Brewers and Bottlers: A Refreshing History of Beer and Soda Making in Nicollet County, opens on April 16 and we need your help. No exhibit is complete without visuals to accompany the text. We’re hoping you might loan us historical

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COVID-19 UPDATE: MASKS ENCOURAGED

COVID-19 UPDATE: MASKS ENCOURAGED Beginning Saturday, March 5, 2022, masks will be encouraged but not required for all visitors regardless of vaccination status. This change is because the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) lowered the COVID-19 Community Level to a “Low” level from the “High” level of transmission that we

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NCHS ANNUAL MEETING ANNOUNCED

UPDATED 3/3/2022 Join the Nicollet County Historical Society on Sunday, March 27, for a Virtual Annual Meeting! Saint Peter, MN (February 28, 2022) – Join the staff and Board of Directors of the Nicollet County Historical Society for their virtual Annual Meeting on Sunday, March 27, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. Please

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Call for 2022 NCHS Board Members

The Nicollet County Historical Society (NCHS) is currently accepting applications for new members of its Board of Directors. NCHS has the privilege of preserving, protecting, and sharing Nicollet County and Minnesota's rich history. 

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NCHS COVID-19 UPDATE: MASKS REQUIRED

COVID-19 UPDATE: MASKS REQUIRED Beginning Thursday, August 12th, all employees and visitors will be required to wear masks indoors at our sites, regardless of vaccination status. This change in mask requirements is due to increased COVID-19 cases (specifically the Delta variant) in Nicollet County. In addition, the Center for Disease

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WELCOME BACK!

We missed you. After a 15-month hiatus, the Nicollet County Historical Society is excited to welcome you back through our doors. Thank you for your continued support and patience during this unprecedented time. We hope to make your visit as enjoyable as possible, while adhering to health and safety protocols.

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INTRODUCING NATIVE PLANTS TO YOUR HOME LANDSCAPE

New to pollinator gardening? Check out Introducing Native Plants to Your Home Landscape presented by Genevieve Brand from Seed to Site, LLC. What are native plants? Why should I plant them? Where do I start? Whether you’re just curious about native plants or looking to improve the impact of your

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