The History Center is temporarily closed to the public to help Minnesota Stay Safe.
The Museum Shop
is open limited hours:
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Thursday - Friday
(Closed for Thanksgiving)
More information will be posted here as it is available.
The Museum Shop
is open limited hours:
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Thursday - Friday
(Closed for Thanksgiving)
More information will be posted here as it is available.
In the meantime...
Make a donation directly to WCHS anytime online.
You can still explore Winona County's history at home.
Help us preserve History as it Happens during the COVID-19 health crisis.
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engaging exhibits, fun experiences, great resources, and good people.
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WCHS offers three museums, annual events, a research archives and many varied programs! We were founded in 1935 and are headquartered in our main museum, The Winona County History Center, with a great gift shop.
For over 80 years WCHS has been a vibrant member of the Winona community with currently about 1400 members and 60 business partnerships. We have an 18 member board of directors, dedicated staff, with many amazing volunteers. We are committed to building a community where all are welcomed, respected, and valued. |
Our Museums
Admission: $5 Adults; $3 Students; free for WCHS members and kids 7 and younger.
Winona County History Center
Stay Safe Minnesota!
The History Center is temporarily Closed MUSEUM SHOP OPEN 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. THURS. - SAT. CLOSED THANKSGIVING The WCHS headquarters, the History Center is made up of Winona's 1915 Armory and the contemporary Laird Norton Addition (2010). It houses WCHS offices, engaging exhibits, The Museum Shop, The Laird Lucas Library and Archives, and beautiful event and meeting spaces. 160 Johnson Street Historic Downtown Winona, MN |
Historic Bunnell HouseClosed until further notice.
In the late 1840s, well known Dakota Chief, Wapasha, granted permission to fur-trader, Willard Bunnell, to build a family home. An outstanding example of Rural Gothic Architecture, explore the home with a lively guided tour and try a few Victorian and pioneer activities of the day. Just off HWY 61 about 3 mi. south of Winona in Homer, MN |
Rural Heritage MuseumClosed until further notice.
Our newest museum is filled with exhibits about rural life in Winona County. There is also a log house and log barn to explore, and the one room Gainey -McCarthy schoolhouse. Plus home to our Pioneer School summer day camps. On the Winona County Fairgrounds off HWY 14, St. Charles, MN |
Get a sneak peek at Winona's Storied Past... |
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Get in touch and stay connected to all things Winona County history!
160 JOHNSON STREET
WINONA MINNESOTA 55987 |
(507) 454 2723
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Learn. Have fun. Make friends.
History is social. There are many programs, events and classes offered by WCHS.
Here are a few ongoing offerings, and be sure to check out more on the To Do page!
We are currently adapting our events and programs to COVID-19 precautions.
We are hopeful that our regular schedule of fun things To Do will return soon.
Here are a few ongoing offerings, and be sure to check out more on the To Do page!
We are currently adapting our events and programs to COVID-19 precautions.
We are hopeful that our regular schedule of fun things To Do will return soon.
Food For ThoughtA lunchtime learning series offering programs during the lunch hour. Welcome to bring your lunch.
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Book ChatThe Book Chat Group meets every fourth Wednesday at 12:05 p.m. monthly. Anyone is welcome at anytime to join the conversation.
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History on the RiverGet out on the river and gain some historical knowledge too! Programs aboard The Cal Fremling or Winona Tour Boat.
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Get involved! Would you like to become a WCHS Volunteer?