Mayowood Holiday Tours

Chilly weather is soon to arrive and with that, the holiday season begins.Mayowood is a 23,000-square foot, thirty-eight room home built in 1910 by Dr. Charlie and Edith Mayo. The home is built of concrete construction, the first of its kind in southeast Minnesota. Once a 3,300-acre country estate, the home has seen many changes over the years and every holiday season it is transformed into a winter wonderland of beauty and joy by volunteer decorators.This year join us for "Christmas Around the World" tours.

Mary Poppins

Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century London, this Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious musical follows the transformation of the Banks family. When their children, Jane and Michael, drive away yet another nanny, the magical Mary Poppins arrives. With her unique blend of discipline and enchantment, she takes the children on many adventures, teaching the family how to love and value each other again.

Madden's Brunch Around the World

Take your taste buds on a global adventure with quintessential dishes from countries around the world! Enjoy fun activities that will transport you across the globe without leaving your seat!

Date: Saturday, January 18
Time: 11am-2pm
Location: Madden’s Wilson Bay
Price: $35 Adults, $15 Children ages 4-12

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Madden’s Brunch with Santa

Let the countdown to Christmas begin! Enjoy a delicious brunch with the jolly man himself and delight in holiday-themed activities that will spark joy for kids and adults alike. Activities include Sugar Cookie Decorating, Countdown to Christmas paper chain, Make Your Own Reindeer Food, Coloring Contest, Letters to Santa, and , of course, meeting Santa Claus!

Date: Sunday, December 1
Time: 11am-2pm
Location: Town Hall Ballroom
Price: $35 Adults, $15 Children ages 4-12

The Jazz Standards

Rhythmically Speaking (RS) is back at it with their longtime partner Amsterdam Bar and Hall to present The Jazz Standard(s), a new original production offering a spirited dance through the culture of standards: personal and social ideals, and, when it comes to jazz, well-known tunes that have stood the test of time and helped define an artistic genre.

Girls Night Out- A Tribute to Superstar Women of Country

This show has all the great female country singers wrapped into one fantastic night. Band leader Donnie Doyle has put together a fantastic band celebrating the best of the country women singers from the past to the top hit makers of today. Some of country’s biggest songs by the biggest stars will make the night one to remember.

Genealogy Hour

Genealogy HourAn informal gathering for genealogists and family researchers. Use this time to work on your own family tree or to connect with other researchers. All are welcome, no matter your skills or where your family roots are from.The Museum's Wi-Fi, copier, and scanner will be available to use.

The Flying Karamazov Brothers

Expect the unexpected with THE FLYING KARAMAZOV BROTHERS, featuring the four self-proclaimed eccentric lunatics spicing things up with laugh-out-loud comedy, wild theatrics, arcane errata, and astonishing juggling feats. Formed at UC Santa Cruz in 1973, THE FLYING KARAMAZOV BROTHERS have been seen around the world, on Broadway, on television, and on the big screen. They are not Russian, they are not brothers, and they don’t fly but they are “as close to a sure thing that can be found onstage, 100 minutes of cleverness and comedy that go by in a flash” -New York Times

Christmas Cocktails and Charcuterie

Join us for a holiday soiree of delicious food, delightful drinks, and good company surrounded by the beautifully decorated Lyon County Museum. Celebrate the festive season with a delectable spread of gourmet cheeses, cured meats, and seasonal treats. Sip on handcrafted cocktails inspired by the spirit of Christmas while mingling with friends & family with live music performances; Indulge in the flavors of the season and create lasting memories at our Christmas, Cocktails & Charcuterie event.