We are celebrating the 1970s in Stevens County with an exhibit that just may jog some great memories for you. Fashion, sports, world events, local celebrations, businesses, entertainment, toys, and more. We explore many things that were going on that made this era one to remember. If you are too young to remember the 1970s, just find someone a little older to come with you and help make it come alive. Regardless, there are informative and fun things to see in this exhibit for people of all ages!

This exhibition features local history, artifacts, and personal experiences that shaped Stevens County, Minnesota, into what it is today. It explores the region's immigration, agricultural and industrial evolution, educational journey, faith, media communications, and the constructions of modern American life in our towns and farms on the Minnesota prairie. 

East Side Morris Walking Tour Brochure

A saloon owner, two doctors, a distict attorney, a park scandal, and a bottle that caused a catastrophe, are all part of the stories on the walking tour. Find out why this side of town was dubbed "Poverty Hill".

Brochures are also located at the museum.

Thank you to Willie's Super Valu and Pizza Ranch for sponsoring this walking tour.

Atlantic Avenue Walking Tour Brochure 

What does an alligator named Bumpy, a man known for baking beautiful breads, and a real estate genious have in common? At some point they all showed up on Atlantic Avenue in Morris. This walking tour will take you through history from different eras of time and help you learn how Atlantic Avenue has evolved. 

Thank you to Inherit Clothing, Co. for sponsoring this walking tour.

Brochures can also be found at John's Total Entertainment, Twisted Ivy, and Inherit Clothing, Co.

Alberta Walking Tour Brochure

Learn about the historical buildings that put Alberta in a national limelight and Worlds Fair appearance. Maybe AirBNB is not a new thing. Could one building be robbed three times? There is much more to Alberta than meets the eye.

Brochures can be found in Alberta on the bulletin board in the Post Office lobby or the bulletin board in the open entry way to the Albert Bar & Grill. They are also available by clicking on the blue link (above) or the museum lobby.

Thank you to our sponsor, Lawn & Driveway Service Inc.!

Please do not enter private property - stay on sidewalks.

Chokio Walking Tour Brochure

Perhaps you have heard about Frank Schott and know of his stone barn just south of Chokio. But did you know he also built a house in the town of Chokio? Did you know the Chokio Creamery produced 500,000 pounds of butter in its prime year? Grab a brochure and take a walk! Learn some fun history about this quaint prairie town.

Brochures can be found on the fence inside Chokio Memorial Park (116 Main Street, Chokio, MN). They are also located in the museum lobby or by clicking on the blue link (above).

Thank you to our sponsor, Federated Telephone!

Please do not enter private property - stay on sidewalks.

Donnelly Walking Tour Brochure

Of all the towns in Stevens County, Donnelly was notorious for being the most "colorful". The history you will learn on this walking tour is definitely in that category! Grab a brochure and enjoy a walk (or bike ride) through this wonderful community.

Brochures can be found at the Cenex gas station in Donnelly or the Donnelly Post Office, the museum lobby, or clicking on the blue link (above).

Please do not enter private property - stay on sidewalks.

Thank you to Hands for Health of Morris, MN for sponsoring this walking tour!

Hancock Walking Tour Brochure

How much impact could a very talented Swedish cook have on the early settlement of a town? Learn the history of some influential people who helped Hancock become the town it is today.

Brochures can be found outside City Hall in Hancock, in the lobby at the museum, or clicking the blue link (above).

Please stay on the sidewalk and do not enter private property.

Thank you to Hancock Concrete for sponsoring this walking tour.

West Side of Morris Walking Tour Brochure

The 10 buildings/homes on this walking tour will help you learn about some interesting people that helped form Morris. This tour includes Park Avenue, which was called "Piety Hill" over 100 years ago. Enjoy the one hour walk back in time.

Please stay on the sidewalk and do not enter private property.

Thank you to Riverview for partnering with us!