About the Stearns History Museum
Our History, Our Vision
Growing From Here:
Current Members
2019 Visitors
Proud To Be Centrally Located
Aside from our exhibits, you’ll find plenty of things to do each month, both inside and outside of the Stearns History Museum. Come take a look for yourself.

Pay By The Visit
Think of it like a day pass, any day you want. Our admission prices are minimal, and you can feel free to visit whenever it works for you.
Join As A Member
Memberships pay for themselves within a few visits, and they help sustain our programming here at the Stearns History Museum.
Mission & Vision of the Stearns History Museum
Our Mission: To connect people through the power of history and culture.
Our Vision: To offer a premier cultural heritage experience in Central Minnesota.
We’re Committed To:
- Preserving a rich and diverse history by collecting and curating archival materials and three-dimensional objects.
- Engaging everyone who lives in and visits Stearns County and Central Minnesota.
- Inspiring people to think about our past, our present, and our future through the lens of history.
- Thriving by maximizing opportunities for innovation.
Our Dedication to Transparency: Annual Report | Strategic Plan | Audit | 990
Meet Our Team










Meet Our Board of Directors
Board Chair
Dorraine Larison
Vice Chair
George Rindelaub
Secretary
Patricia “Pat” Webber
Treasurer
Susan Palmer
DIRECTORS
Annette Atkins
John Bodette
Barb Carlson
Stephanie Peterson
Chuck Rau
Elizabeth Reisinger
Mark Sakry
Bruce Skalbeck
Philip Terry
Dan Tideman
Ex-Officio
Jeff Mergen, Stearns County Commission, District 3