Sleigh & Cutter Festival History

If you are interested in learning more about the history of the Sleigh & Cutter Festival come and check out our displays! We have all the Sleigh & Cutter Festival scrapbooks in our collection on display along with other artifacts and photographs of past Miss Sleigh Belles.

Hofmann Apiaries

January 1st, 2023
Hofmann Apiaries Update

Almost done! Read our progress report. Thanks for your support!

Phase 2 funding provided by Legacy Grant from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.

For more information about this project and programming contact Joan Mooney (507)835-7700.

Bailey-Lewer Research Library Hours

Our researcher is available on Tuesdays & Fridays from 9-5pm. If you are planning to travel from out of town please call ahead and make an appointment.

Balcony Exhibit: Where the Big Woods Meet the Prairie, a Timeline of Unique Stories

More than 150 years of Waseca County history in a permanent exhibit on the balcony!

What happened here? Who settled this county? Where did they come from? Do you have a connection to Waseca County history? It’s a unique exhibit inspired by a walk through historic Maplewood Park.