Discover the soul of the city every Monday night at "Monday Blues with Moses Oakland."
Join us for an unforgettable evening of live blues music from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm. FREE for all. 21+
Try one of our 200+ whiskeys and experience the blues like never before with the legendary Hall of Fame musician, Moses Oakland.
Alexandria Retro Market 2026 at Adler Ranch
July 24–25, 2026 | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Free Admission & Parking
The Alexandria Retro Market returns July 24–25, 2026, bringing two full days of antique and vintage shopping to the scenic grounds of Adler Ranch, just outside Alexandria, Minnesota. This annual outdoor market has become a summer tradition for antique lovers, collectors, and weekend explorers looking for authentic finds and a memorable experience.
Ring in the New Year Minnesota-style at The Midway Saloon's 4th Annual NYE Bobber Drop!
Experience our unique twist on the classic ball drop, because what says "Minnesota" more than a good ol' fishing bobber? And not just your standard tiny bobber... we drop a massive 7-foot version, over 50x larger than the real thing. It's a bobber big enough to make even Paul Bunyan proud.
Join us for a cozy winter event benefiting a fantastic cause! Mechanical History Round Table is once again hosting a fun-filled afternoon complete with sleigh rides, sweet treats, and a warming bonfire at the Ralph Stoppel Farmstead! Bring your sweetie and whole family out on Valentines Day, February 14th, 2026, from 10am - 4pm, all donated proceeds go to support the Special Olympics! Come make some memories while making a difference! We can't wait to see you there!
Mechanical History Round Table | Rochester, MN
Infidels is a new local Bob Dylan tribute supergroup featuring Terry Walsh (Belfast Cowboys) on vocals, piano and guitar. Here, he joins bandmates David Haugen (drums) and Bart Bakker (bass). Also, longtime veteran singer-songwriter Dan Israel is on vocals and guitar, and ace lead guitarist Steve Brantseg.
Sexy. Smart. Suspenseful. Step into a stylish world of betrayal, razor-sharp wit, and noir-inspired intrigue with Dial M for Murder—a fresh, fast-paced take on the celebrated thriller that inspired Alfred Hitchcock’s 1954 film. Minnesota playwright Jeffrey Hatcher’s adaptation of this iconic edge-of-your-seat tale delivers gripping twists, psychological tension, and pure theatrical satisfaction.
Faces & Places Exhibit Opening Celebration!
Help us celebrate our 100th anniversary with the opening of our Faces & Places exhibit, which highlights the key people and various buildings that housed the Historical Society of Olmsted County. Learn about and get involved in the process of letter press printing as we create posters for our centennial year.
Come celebrate our history and get creative with us!
Join the Laurel School of Music for the Rothchild Concert Series at the Minnesota History Center. Each concert features a unique program performed by members of the music school’s faculty. Don’t miss this chance to hear the series in the beautiful History Center Museum on select Thursday nights.
Step into a chamber music journey that traces the evolution of a genre across a century. Mozart’s sparkling Divertimento highlights elegance, charm, playful conversation between the instruments which laid the foundation for generations to come. Written nearly a hundred years later, Dvorák’s radiant Terzetto expands that intimate dialogue with Romantic warmth and Bohemian lyricism, its three voices weaving folk-inspired melodies with expressive depth. Borodin’s String Quartet No.
Step into a chamber music journey that traces the evolution of a genre across a century. Mozart’s sparkling Divertimento highlights elegance, charm, playful conversation between the instruments which laid the foundation for generations to come. Written nearly a hundred years later, Dvorák’s radiant Terzetto expands that intimate dialogue with Romantic warmth and Bohemian lyricism, its three voices weaving folk-inspired melodies with expressive depth. Borodin’s String Quartet No.
