Peterson Station Museum
- 228 Mill St
, P.O. Box 233, Peterson, MN - Phone: (507) 875-2415
- Phone: (507) 895-2551
- johdar@acegroup.cc
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Donations accepted.- Donations accepted.
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Year-RoundThis 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.
Other Date Information
- Additional Date Information
: Memorial Day - Labor Day: Mon, Tue, Fri 1pm to 4pm Sat & Sun 11 to 4pm.
Green Practices
- Eco-Friendly Landscape/Facility Design
- Transportation-Related Policies or Programs
- Eco-Friendly Purchasing Practices
Attraction Attributes
- Can Accommodate Groups of 45 or more
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Directions
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.
