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Peterson Station Museum

228 Mill St
P.O. Box 233
Peterson, MN 55962

Phone: (507) 875-2415
Alternate Phone: (507) 895-2551
johdar@acegroup.cc

Type: Attractions
Open: May 26, 2012 - Sep 3, 2012

This is a must see while visiting Bluff Country. It is a completely restored historic depot with a modern addition acquired as the collection expanded.

Established in 1974 after the Community of Peterson moved the former CMStP Railroad Station to its present site; it contains interesting local memorabilia, art, artifacts, and photographs of events and points of interest. This original depot was authorized in 1876 and built in 1877 as part of the former Southern Minnesota Railroad (1855).

The museum also has a genealogy center for people of Norwegian heritage. Nearly 100% of Peterson's original settlers were from Norway. John Erickson, founder and curator, enjoys helping with research.

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Directions

  • Directions to Facility / Event: This museum is located on the main street (Mill Street) of Peterson, Minnesota. We are 14 miles northeast of Lanesboro or 4 miles southwest of Rushford along Scenic Byway 16. Byway 16 was just named the best fall drive by Minnesota Monthly.

Other Date Information

  • Additional Date Information: Memorial Day - Labor Day: Mon, Tue, Fri 1pm to 4pm Sat & Sun 11 to 4pm.

Rates

  • Additional Rate Information: Donations accepted.

Green Practices

  • Eco-Friendly Landscape/Facility Design
  • Transportation-Related Policies or Programs
  • Eco-Friendly Purchasing Practices

Attraction Attributes

  • Attraction Can Accommodate Groups of 45 or more

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