Plan Your Visit
Welcome to the Goodhue County Historical Society
We invite you to come and explore the rich history and heritage of Goodhue County. Our museum features exhibits that showcase the diverse stories and artifacts of the area’s past. Immerse yourself in our local history galleries, including exhibits on pioneer life, Native American culture, and the impact of transportation on the region. Our knowledgeable staff is always here to answer your questions and make your visit an unforgettable experience.
Hours
Research Library & Archives
Same as History Center hours
Admission
Goodhue County Historical Society Fee Schedule for Rental of History Center Facility or Meeting Areas
FEE SCHEDULE:
During business hours (10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.):
Non-profit groups:
Half-day use or any part thereof – $75.00
Full-day use or any part in excess of 4 hours – $150.00
For-profit groups:
Half-day use or any part thereof – $100.00
Full-day use or any part in excess of 4 hours – $200.00
Before/After Hours Fees (before 10:00 a.m. and after 4:00 p.m.):
(Will be applicable in addition to half or full-day fees if use begins or extends beyond normal business hours)
Non-profit groups:
$100 base fee plus $35.00 per hour or part thereof before 9:00 a.m. or after 5:00 p.m. (Only one base fee will be charged if the event runs both before and after normal business hours however the hourly fee shall apply to all hours outside normal business hours)
For-profit groups:
$150 base fee plus $50.00 per hour or part thereof before 10:00 a.m. or after 4:00 p.m. (Only one base fee will be charged if the event runs both before and after normal business hours however the hourly fee shall apply to all hours outside normal business hours)
A $50.00 cleaning fee will be charged for catered meals. Additional fees may be charged if the cleaning needed exceeds the cleaning fee charged.
Located on a hill overlooking Red Wing and the Mississippi River, you couldn't ask for a more beautiful location.
From the Twin Cities:
Take Interstate 94 east to Highway 61 south (exits just past downtown St. Paul). Follow 61 south through Hastings and Miesville into Red Wing.
From Rochester:
Take U.S. Highway 52 north to Zumbrota. At Zumbrota, take Highway 58 north to Red Wing. Approximately 1/2 mile after Highway 58 becomes Bush Street, turn left on Seventh Street. After four blocks, Seventh becomes College Avenue. Continue straight up the hill (divided road). At the top of the hill, College will curve right and turn into Oak Street. Follow approximately two more blocks. The History Center is on the right-hand side, a large red brick building. Oak Street ends at the museum intersection.
Once in Red Wing:
Just as you are coming into downtown, turn right on West Avenue (a one-way going up the hill). West Ave takes you past the post office, courthouse, and many of Red Wing’s historic churches. At the top of the hill, you will come to a five-way intersection, turn right up the very steep hill (this is College Avenue). At the top of the hill, College will curve right and turn into Oak Street. Follow approximately two more blocks. The History Center is on the right-hand side, a large red brick building. Oak Street ends at the museum intersection.
