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The Steele County Historical Society (SCHS) is dedicated to preserving our past, sharing our county's stories, and connecting people with history in new and meaningful ways. We do this today for the benefit of future generations, because history matters!

 

Steele County and the SCHS are part of Minnesota's rich and diverse history. Established in 1949 to preserve the history of Steele County, we have since grown to become one of the largest and most prestigious historical societies in the state. We play an important role in historic preservation, education, and tourism, and we provide the public with educational award-winning programs, exhibitions, and events.

 

We owe it to future generations to be good stewards of the past. Join us and be a part of this mission. It's the best deal in history!

HOURS

History Center

Tues- Fri: 10am - 4pm

SAT: 10am - 3pm

Closed SUN, MON

Village of Yesteryear

Open Year-Round

Tours offered May 1 - September 30

Orphanage Museum

Main Museum 

Mon - Fri: 8am - 4:30 pm

Sat - Sun: 1 - 5 pm

Cottage 11

Tuesday-Sunday

March 1 - April 30: 1 - 3 pm

May 1 - Labor Day: 1 - 4 pm

Labor Day - December 31: 1 - 3 pm

ADMISSION FEES

History Center

FREE ADMISSION

Suggested Donation: $2 per person

 

Village of Yesteryear

May 1 - September 30

Tours Tuesday - Sunday at 1:30pm

Adults: $5
Children (ages 7 - 16):  $3

Orphanage Museum and Cottage 11

FREE ADMISSION

Suggested Donation: $2 per person

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What are people saying
about the
Steele County Historical Society?
"Great place to bring the kids!"
- Summer G. 

ADDRESS

History Center

1700 Austin Road

Owatonna, MN 55060

Village of Yesteryear

1448 Austin Road

Owatonna, MN 55060

Orphanage Museum

540 West Hills Circle

Owatonna, MN 55060

Phone:  507-451-1420

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