Current Events

Looking for things to do in Rochester? The History Center offers a variety of events all year round throughout Olmsted County. All events are listed at Central Standard Time (CST) unless otherwise stated. As a non-profit, our events are only possible with the support of the community! If you would like to sponsor an event, call the History Center at 507-282-9447, or contact us by email.

For members tickets, please keep in mind that your discount only applies to the same number of tickets that your membership applies to. For example, if you have an Individual membership, you may get one ticket at the discounted rate. All other tickets should be purchased at the full rate. If you have the Individual Plus membership, you are welcome to purchase two tickets at the discounted rate and all other tickets should be purchased at the regular rate. Thank you. 



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2023 Events Coming

Mayowood Candlelight Tour 1 - SOLD OUT

December 2nd, 2023
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
We will be touring the house after hours, with everything but the Christmas lights turned off! Experience the magic of our Christmas lights during this unique experience. SOLD OUT

Story Time Fridays

December 8th, 2023
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Bring the kids to the History Center every Friday at 10am to enjoy story time while you enjoy museum time, a walk along our beautiful grounds or time in our archives all for FREE. Encourage lifelong readers by enriching the lives of young learners with books, crafts and playtime!

Mayowood Candlelight Tour 2 - SOLD OUT

December 9th, 2023
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
We will be touring the house after hours, with everything but the Christmas lights turned off! Experience the magic of our Christmas lights during this unique experience. SOLD OUT

Mayowood Candlelight Tour 3 - SOLD OUT

December 10th, 2023
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
We will be touring the house after hours, with everything but the Christmas lights turned off! Experience the magic of our Christmas lights during this unique experience. SOLD OUT

Story Time With Chrissy's Studio

December 15th, 2023
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Chrissy's Studio will be leading a FREE musical story experience at the History Center December 15 at 10am. Bring the whole family! Aim to make music and story time a family tradition.

Mayowood Candlelight Tour 4 - SOLD OUT

December 16th, 2023
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
We will be touring the house after hours, with everything but the Christmas lights turned off! Experience the magic of our Christmas lights during this unique experience. SOLD OUT

Mayowood Candlelight Tour 5 - SOLD OUT

December 17th, 2023
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
We will be touring the house after hours, with everything but the Christmas lights turned off! Experience the magic of our Christmas lights during this unique experience. SOLD OUT