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SUMMARY:Genealogy Assistance Day
DESCRIPTION:Interested in your Family History? Not Sure Where to Start? Stumped on a missing relative? Sign up for a slot with our genealogist! \nAppointments are 50 minutes and our genealogist will work with you to dig into your family tree and help you piece together your past. \nAppointments are free! Appointments are limited\, to reserve your appointment call 507-332-2121 or email us at rchs@rchistory.org.
URL:https://rchistory.org/event/genealogy-assistance-day-3/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Genealogy Assisstance Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T190000
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SUMMARY:History of Rural Schools
DESCRIPTION:What was a rural schoolhouse like in the early years of Rice County? Who built the schools\, and why? And do one-room schoolhouses still exist in Minnesota today?\n\nAnswer these questions and more with the Rice County Historical Society and the 3R Landmark Corporation on August 20th! Join us for a talk on the history of rural schools in Rice County and Minnesota. Learn about the history of Rice County rural schools and one-room schoolhouses\, share your memories\, and explore the historic 3R Landmark School in Lonsdale.\n\nThis talk takes place at the 3R Landmark School (405 3rd Avenue SW\, Lonsdale) at 6pm on August 20th and is part of RCHS’s Thursday Night Speaker Series.\n\nFree for RCHS Members\, $5 for non-members. Call 507-332-2121 to RSVP
URL:https://rchistory.org/event/history-of-rural-schools/
LOCATION:3R Schoolhouse\, 405 3rd Avenue SW\, Lonsdale\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Thursday Night Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260816T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260816T235959
DTSTAMP:20260609T162522Z
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SUMMARY:Take Me Out to the Ball Game "MN Twins vs. Philadelphia Phillies"
DESCRIPTION:Join the Rice County Historical Society for a baseball game!\n\nHang out in the RCHS suite on Sunday\, August 16th at 1pm and take in the game between the Minnesota Twins and the Philadelphia Phillies.\n\nTickets are $55/person. Call 507-332-2121 or stop in at the RCHS Museum (1814 NW 2nd Ave) to reserve your ticket.\n\nProceeds go towards supporting RCHS programming and operations.
URL:https://rchistory.org/event/take-me-out-to-the-ball-game-mn-twins-vs-philadelphia-phillies/
LOCATION:Target Field\, 1 Twins Way\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55021\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rice County Historical Society":MAILTO:rchs@rchistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T190000
DTSTAMP:20260630T200115Z
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SUMMARY:Victorian Fashion with Rae Lundquist
DESCRIPTION:Join the Rice County Historical Society and Rae Lundquist for the talk “Victorian-era Fashion” on August 13th at 6pm at the RCHS Museum. \nHave you ever looked at an item of clothing in your closet and thought\, “Wow\, this looks SO out of date”? \nPeople in the past had that experience too. Fashion trends changed over the years\, and people did their best to keep up. Learn about the changes in fashion for both men and women in the late 1800s in the latest installment of our Thursday Night Speaker Series! \nRae Lundquist is the owner and sewist of Dreamstitcher Custom Costume\, and is an expert in historic sewing. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about historic fashion from an expert. \nThis event is free for members and $5 for nonmembers. Register by calling 507-332-2121 or emailing rchs@rchistory.org. \nThis talk is rescheduled from November 2025.
URL:https://rchistory.org/event/victorian-fashion-with-rae-lundquist/
LOCATION:Rice County Historical Society\, 1814 NW 2nd Ave\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021\, United States
CATEGORIES:Thursday Night Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T140000
DTSTAMP:20260706T151534Z
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SUMMARY:Genealogy Assistance Day
DESCRIPTION:Interested in your Family History? Not Sure Where to Start? Stumped on a missing relative? Sign up for a slot with our genealogist! \nAppointments are 50 minutes and our genealogist will work with you to dig into your family tree and help you piece together your past. \nAppointments are free! Appointments are limited\, to reserve your appointment call 507-332-2121 or email us at rchs@rchistory.org.
URL:https://rchistory.org/event/genealogy-assistance-day-2/
LOCATION:Rice County Historical Society\, 1814 NW 2nd Ave\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021\, United States
CATEGORIES:Genealogy Assisstance Day
ORGANIZER;CN="Rice County Historical Society":MAILTO:rchs@rchistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260722T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260726T235959
DTSTAMP:20260618T161145Z
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SUMMARY:Rice County Fair!
DESCRIPTION:Join RCHS for the Rice County Fair! \nLocated at the end of the county fairgrounds\, the museum and all of our outbuildings are open and FREE for the fair! Explore our historic 1853 cabin\, our 1880s schoolhouse\, Harvest and Heritage hall\, and more. We also will have a scavenger hunt\, kids activities\, historic skills demonstrations\, and partner organizations tables. Offerings change day-by-day! The museum and outbuildings will be open 12-8pm Wed-Sat and 12-4pm on Sunday\, with most activities running from 12-4pm. \nWe also always need volunteers. If you’re interested\, contact Pauline Schreiber or a staff member. You can also email rchs@rchistory.org or call 507-332-2121.
URL:https://rchistory.org/event/rice-county-fair/
LOCATION:Rice County Historical Society\, 1814 NW 2nd Ave\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rice County Fair
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SUMMARY:Alexander Faribault House Tours
DESCRIPTION:Step back in time and learn about life as it was in the early days of Rice County by signing up for a tour of the Alexander Faribault House!\n\nThe tour will cover the life of Alexander and his family during the fur trade and in early Faribault. The Alexander Faribault House was built in 1853 and was the first wood-frame house built in Rice County. The house was used as a civic center and as a private home\, and was acquired by the Rice County Historical Society in 1945.\n\nTours will run at 1pm and 2pm and cost $5/person (CASH ONLY). Spots are limited. Please RSVP by calling 507-332-2121.\n\nIf you are interested in a tour of the Alexander Faribault House outside of the scheduled times\, please call 507-332-2121 or email rchs@rchistory.org.
URL:https://rchistory.org/event/alexander-faribault-house-tours/
LOCATION:Alexander Faribault House\, 12 1st Ave NE\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021\, United States
CATEGORIES:Faribault House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T220000
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SUMMARY:Roaring '20s Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Dress up in your 1926 best – think the Roaring ‘20s\, prohibition\, and jazz – and celebrate 100 years of the Rice County Historical Society! We’ll have live music and dancing\, a silent auction\, a cash raffle\, cork pulls\, food\, and great company down at Corks & Pints.\n\nIn 1926\, the Rice County Historical Society was formed from the Old Settler’s Society and the local Daughters of the American Revolution chapter. From a small office in the County Courthouse to 8 historic buildings and over 120\,000 items\, RCHS is dedicated to preserving the history and culture of the peoples of Rice County. Help us continue to serve our mission and community for the next 100 years!\n\nThis is an 18+ event\, and IDs will be required to order drinks. Tickets are $50/person; get them online or in person at the Rice County Historical Society. Call 507-332-2121 with any questions.
URL:https://rchistory.org/event/roaring-20s-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Corks & Pints\, 22 4th St NE\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260622T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260622T183000
DTSTAMP:20260615T162433Z
CREATED:20260608T182108Z
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SUMMARY:Alexander Faribault House BIRTHDAY Open House!
DESCRIPTION:Come visit the Alexander Faribault House in celebration of Alexander Faribault’s birthday on Monday\, June 22nd!\n\nThe house will be open and free to visit from 5pm to 6:30pm. Check out the 1853 historic home built by Alexander Faribault and chat about the history of the man\, the town\, and the home.\n\nDonations appreciated!
URL:https://rchistory.org/event/alexander-faribault-house-birthday-open-house/
LOCATION:Alexander Faribault House\, 12 1st Ave NE\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021\, United States
CATEGORIES:Faribault House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T150000
DTSTAMP:20260609T165908Z
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SUMMARY:Alexander Faribault House OPEN HOUSE!
DESCRIPTION:Explore the Faribault house for FREE from 1pm to 3pm on Saturday\, June 13 as part of the Heritage Days celebrations!\n\nLearn about the Faribault family\, the history of the early city\, and what makes up the 1853 home by stopping by and chatting with our wonderful volunteers.\n\nDonations appreciated!
URL:https://rchistory.org/event/alexander-faribault-house-open-house/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Faribault House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T150000
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SUMMARY:Heritage Days Downtown Walking Tours
DESCRIPTION:Join the Rice County Historical Society for Heritage Day Walking Tours!\nGrab a walking tour starting at Central Park\, learn about historic downtown Faribault and 100 years of the Rice County Historical Society\, and visit the Alexander Faribault House during the Saturday of Heritage Days!\n\nWalking Tours will start at Central Park at 12pm and 1:30pm and are $5/person\, cash only. The Alexander Faribault House will be open from 1:00pm-3:00pm and is free.\n\nCall 507-332-2121 or email rchs@rchistory.org with any questions
URL:https://rchistory.org/event/heritage-days-downtown-walking-tours/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Walking Tours
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CREATED:20260608T181305Z
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SUMMARY:Genealogy Assistance Day
DESCRIPTION:Interested in your Family History? Not Sure Where to Start? Stumped on a missing relative? Sign up for a slot with our genealogist! \nAppointments are 50 minutes and our genealogist will work with you to dig into your family tree and help you piece together your past. \nAppointments are free! Appointments are limited\, to reserve your appointment call 507-332-2121 or email us at rchs@rchistory.org.
URL:https://rchistory.org/event/genealogy-assistance-day/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Genealogy Assisstance Day
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