The History Center of Olmsted County is your place to experience, explore, and examine Olmsted County's history. The History Center is located on 54 acres in southwest Rochester and includes two historic farmsteads, historic buildings, and the History Center museum. The museum houses a gallery of changing exhibits, a gift shop, the Willson Library, and the Wicklund Archives. There's plenty of free parking!
We can’t wait for you to visit us at the History Center!
Check out our hours and admission rates below.
Hours
The following schedule applies to the History Center Museum Gallery, Gift Shop, and Research Center.
Monday: CLOSED
Tuesday – Saturday : 9am to 5pm
Sunday: CLOSED
Closed All Major Holidays
On days that inclement weather occurs, the History Center will close consistent with Rochester Public Schools closures. Grounds are available for visitation outside of normal business hours with advanced purchase of a pass or permits for photographers.
Admission
Includes access to the History Center Campus, Museum Gallery, and Research Center.
Adults (13 & up): $5.00
Children (2 – 12): $2.00
HCOC Members and children under 2: Free
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507.282.9447
1195 West Circle Drive SW
Rochester, MN 55902
Location
The History Center is located on the Southwest edge of Rochester, MN, just 8 minutes from Mayo Clinic and 4 minutes from US Hwy 52 at exit 53.
Directions from Mayo Clinic and
Downtown Rochester:
Head west on 2nd Street SW, continue on Country Club Road SW. Turn left onto West Circle Drive/County Road 22 SW and continue south for 1.2 miles. The History Center will be on your right at 1195 West Circle Drive.