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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2024 Events Coming
2024 FALL FEST
October 17th, 2024
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Join us at the History Center October 17th from 1PM-4PM for a variety of engaging fall activities. From crafts and concessions to pumpkin painting and more, we've got so much to do and see for kids of all ages! Visit with local children's authors who will be reading books at 2pm and 3pm at the Hadley Valley Schoolhouse.
Adults are free with children 13 and under just $5.00 each.
No registration needed but supplies are limited so be sure to visit early.
Special thanks to Smith Schafer for their generous support for this exciting event.
Adults are free with children 13 and under just $5.00 each.
No registration needed but supplies are limited so be sure to visit early.
Special thanks to Smith Schafer for their generous support for this exciting event.
The Rochester Fire Department will be here on Saturday, October 19th at 10:00 for our monthly Storytime and Make & Take Event.
Be sure to join us for a story, a firetruck, and an arts & craft make & take!
Free for members; $5 for non-members.
From contortionist to animal tamer to The Trapeze Twins, the dolls are preparing for their big debut at the Circus After Dark October 19th from 6pm - 10pm. The Dolls invite everyone for an enigmatic evening at the Historic Chateau Theatre to enjoy their circus-themed party. This spine-chilling event will include a full dinner, cash bar, costume contest, DJ & dancing, circus entertainment, and more! Visit with dolls and fellow ghosts and ghouls for an unforgettable celebration.
The fundraiser is 18+ only (please bring an ID), and tickets are on sale until October 16th. There will be no tickets available at the door.
To find information about the menu, and to inform us of the need for a vegan/gluten free entrée, please look here: - Dinner -
It's been 55 years since the start of the most legendary three days in music history: Woodstock 1969. Join Paul Koeller at the History Center for this in-person only program as he talks about the magic gathering of peace and love with photos and music on Thursday
November 7th at 7pm.
$5 for non HCOC members and FREE for members.
November 7th at 7pm.
$5 for non HCOC members and FREE for members.
