Lyon County Museum

Lyon County Museum Closed on Labor Day
2021-09-06 11:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Lyon County Historical Society Museum, 301 West Lyon Street, Marshall, MN, 56258, United States
The Lyon County Museum is closed on Monday, September 6 for Labor Day.

A Day of 1860 Base Ball
2021-08-14 13:30 - 16:30 | Lyon County Fairgrounds, Fairgrounds Rd, Marshall, Minnesota, 56258
CANCELED

We are having a special event during the Lyon County Fair in commemoration of Lyon County’s 150th anniversary, which was last year.

Special Event:
A Day of 1860 Base Ball
The Quicksteps Base Ball Club of Minnesota vs. Local Players
Saturday, August 14 at 1:30 PM
Bud Rose Grass Area by Lyon County Fairgrounds Entrance

About the Quicksteps Base Ball Club of Minnesota:
The Quicksteps first took the field in 1994. Clad in 1860-style uniforms and using authentic reproductions of 1860 equipment, the Quicksteps have played over 200 matches in 20 seasons in five states. The Quicksteps show base ball (two words) as it was played in the milestone year of 1860, when a uniform code of rules and practices was first in use and when play had spread throughout the nation. The club has entertained audiences at historical festivals in Minnesota such as the Winona Victorian Fair, Stillwater’s Lumberjack Days, and St. Paul’s Wild West Frontier Fest, and has performed at permanent attractions such as Historic Fort Snelling, (St. Paul), Murphy’s Landing (Shakopee), Dakota City Heritage Village (Farmington), James J. Hill Farm (North Oaks), Brooklyn Park Historic Farm, and Living History Farms (Des Moines, IA). The club has also annually since 2005 demonstrated the game before a Minnesota Twins’ contest, first at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome and beginning in 2010 at Target Field.

We are in need of players to play against the Quicksteps Base Ball Club of Minnesota. Any interested players can please contact Jennifer or Paul at 537-6580 or director@lyoncomuseum.org

Crazy Days at the Lyon County Museum
2021-07-15 09:00 - 16:00 | Lyon County Historical Society Museum, 301 West Lyon Street, Marshall, MN, 56258, United States
While shopping downtown Marshall on Thursday for Crazy Days, stop by the Lyon County Museum for specials.
Schwan’s Ice Cream Shop Special:
– $1.00/each Root Beer Float or Orange Float
Museum Gift Shop Special:
– 40% Total Gift Shop Purchase
Cool off in the museum and tour exhibits on the main floor, lower level, and 2nd floor.

Lyon County Museum Closed July 5
2021-07-05 11:00 - 16:00 | Lyon County Historical Society Museum, 301 West Lyon Street, Marshall, MN, 56258, United States
The Lyon County Museum is closed on Monday, July 5 for Independence Day (Observed)

LCHS Annual Meeting
2021-06-03 17:00 - 19:30 | Lyon County Historical Society Museum, 301 West Lyon Street, Marshall, MN, 56258, United States
The Lyon County Historical Society Annual Meeting is Thursday, June 3 at the Lyon County Museum, 301 W Lyon Street in Marshall.
Schedule of Events:
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Social Hour (Box Lunch, Cake, Tour Exhibit Galleries)
6:00 PM: Business Meeting (2019 and 2020)
6:30 PM: Presentation by David Pichaske on his book, “The Secret Places of Southwest Minnesota”
The box lunch is $9.00/each. To reserve a meal, call Jennifer at 537-6580. The deadline to reserve a meal is May 31.
The event is open to the public. For more information, contact the museum at 507-537-6580

Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt at the Museum
2021-04-01 11:00 - 2021-04-03 16:00 | Lyon County Historical Society Museum, 301 West Lyon Street, Marshall, MN, 56258, United States
Visit the Lyon County Museum on April 1-April 3 to complete an Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt! After locating eggs in the exhibit galleries, the completed scavenger hunt form can be turned in for a chance to win prizes. Treat bags will be available for museum visitors. Schwan’s ice cream novelties in the museum’s ice cream shop are buy one get one free! Museum hours are Monday-Friday: 11:00 AM-4:00 PM and Saturday 12:00 PM-4:00 PM.

A Century of Civic Engagement: League of Women Voters in Minnesota Traveling Exhibit
2021-03-01 11:00 - 2021-03-31 16:00 | Lyon County Historical Society Museum, 301 West Lyon Street, Marshall, MN, 56258, United States
A new traveling exhibit, A Century of Civic Engagement: League of Women Voters in Minnesota, will open at the Lyon County Museum, 301 W Lyon St, Marshall on Monday, March 1. The exhibit will run through March 31. The 12 panel exhibit will be located in the conference room on the 2nd floor of the museum. Museum hours are Monday-Friday 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM and Saturday 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM. For more information, contact the museum at 507-537-6580.

To celebrate the 19th Amendment’s centennial year, LWV Minnesota created a traveling exhibit to recognize the organization’s mission and history over the past century. Exhibit visitors will discover that: “Growing from the deep roots of the suffrage movement in the 19th century, Minnesota’s non-partisan League of Women Voters uses a statewide network of local chapters to encourage informed and active participation in government, register, and empower voters, work to increase understanding of public policy issues, cultivate women leaders, and influence public policy through education and advocacy.”

The Minnesota Legislature finally voted YES on September 8, 1919 to ratify the 19th Amendment to the US Constitution, granting women the right to vote and ending the 72-year struggle for woman suffrage.

But as distinguished Minnesota suffragist Clara Ueland said that day, “Today is the commencement rather than the end of our work.” The League of Women Voters Minnesota was born, with Ms. Ueland as its first President, to help carry out the new work of empowering voters and defending democracy, with women now at the table – and in the voting booth. One hundred years later, LWV Minnesota continues to thrive as a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization promoting good government and civic engagement throughout Minnesota.

Come visit this vibrant exhibit that features Minnesota’s suffrage story, highlighting the women who made it happen – and who continue to lead through the League of Women Voters to make democracy work for all.

Lyon County Museum Closed
2020-11-21 12:00 - 2020-12-18 19:00 | Lyon County Historical Society Museum, 301 West Lyon Street, Marshall, MN, 56258, United States
Due to Minnesota Executive Order 20-99, the Lyon County Museum is closed November 21-December 18 or until further notice. For research requests or other inquiries, contact the museum at 507-537-6580 or the contact page on the website.

Lyon County Museum Closed
2020-11-03 11:00 - 16:00 | Lyon County Historical Society Museum, 301 West Lyon Street, Marshall, MN, 56258, United States
The Lyon County Museum will be closed on Tuesday, November 3 due to a scheduled power outage related to the Marshall City Hall construction project.

Pumpkin Walk
2020-10-29 10:00 - 2020-10-31 17:00 | Lyon County Historical Society Museum, 301 West Lyon Street, Marshall, MN, 56258, United States
The Lyon County Museum is holding a Pumpkin Walk on October 29-October 31. More information to come…

Museum Closed
2020-09-07 11:00 - 16:00 | Lyon County Historical Society Museum, 301 West Lyon Street, Marshall, MN, 56258, United States
The Lyon County Museum is closed on Monday, September 7 for Labor Day.

Shop Hop through Lyon County
2020-08-10 08:00 - 2020-08-17 17:00 | MN
Facebook Event Page:
https://www.facebook.com/events/598427564412121/
It’s time to celebrate the 150th Anniversary of Lyon County! Grab a passport, which will lead you to the shops and notable landmarks all throughout Lyon County, and when you stop at the participating locations, you can mark it off your passport and you’ll be entered to win a prize!
Passports will be distributed throughout the county with pickup places at:
Marshall:
– Lyon County Museum
– Marshall Area Chamber & Visit Marshall Office
– Patzer’s Hardware Hank
– Walnut Grove Mercantile
Minneota:
– This & That Recreated
Tracy
– Midwest Supply
Shop at the stores to get your passport marked and take photos of you and your shopping buddies at the notable historic landmarks. Show us your photos by posting them in this event! Want additional entries in the prize drawing? Keep following this event and see if you can guess the historic places we post about throughout the week!
To complete your passport, stop by at least 8 locations in at least 2 different towns. You can turn the passports in at the Lyon County Museum Book Drop in Marshall. This event will start on Monday, August 10th and run through the 17th, so venture out and maybe you’ll visit some place new in Lyon County! Be sure to check each locations posted business hours to plan your shopping stops ahead of time.
This event is hosted by Visit Marshall and the Lyon County Historical Society

Lyon County Museum Closed July 4
2020-07-04 12:00 - 16:00 | Lyon County Historical Society Museum, 301 West Lyon Street, Marshall, MN, 56258, United States
The Lyon County Museum is closed on Saturday, July 4 for Independence Day.

Lyon County Museum Reopens
2020-06-29 11:00 - 16:00 | Lyon County Historical Society Museum, 301 West Lyon Street, Marshall, MN, 56258, United States
The Lyon County Museum reopens on Monday, June 29!

Lyon County Museum Closed
2020-03-17 10:00 - 2020-06-28 17:00 | Lyon County Historical Society Museum, 301 West Lyon Street, Marshall, MN, 56258, United States
The Lyon County Museum will be closed to the public until further notice. Email and phone messages will still be answered.

Time Travelers: Valentines' Day Tea Party
2020-02-08 10:30 - 12:00 | Lyon County Historical Society Museum, 301 West Lyon Street, Marshall, MN, 56258, United States
Time Travelers takes place on a Saturday, October-May, at the Lyon County Museum from 10:30 am – 12:00 pm. The themes and activities are related to history and LCHS exhibits and collections. Time Travelers is targeted to students in kindergarten through 6th grade and their families, but is open to all ages.
Cost: Classes are free. Sign up is recommended, but not required by calling 537-6580 or email director@lyoncomuseum.org the Friday before the class.
February Theme: Valentine’s Day Tea Party
It’s all about vintage Valentines fun! Join us for some Victorian games and an old fashioned tea party! We’ll make valentines to brighten the day for Marshall area senior citizens.

Time Travelers: History of Minnesota's Casserole: Hotdish!
2020-01-25 10:30 - 12:00 | Lyon County Historical Society Museum, 301 West Lyon Street, Marshall, MN, 56258, United States
Time Travelers takes place on a Saturday, October-May, at the Lyon County Museum from 10:30 am – 12:00 pm. The themes and activities are related to history and LCHS exhibits and collections. Time Travelers is targeted to students in kindergarten through 6th grade and their families, but is open to all ages.
Cost: Classes are free. Sign up is recommended, but not required by calling 537-6580 or email director@lyoncomuseum.org the Friday before the class.
January Theme: History of Minnesota’s Casserole: Hotdish!
Chase away the winter chill and learn the history of a Minnesota favorite: Hotdish! Bring along your family’s favorite hotdish recipe to share. Our craft will be something you can use in your kitchen at home.

Community Collection: How to Talk Minnesotan Display
2020-01-21 10:00 - 2020-03-16 17:00 | Lyon County Historical Society Museum, 301 West Lyon Street, Marshall, MN, 56258, United States
The How to Talk Minnesotan display includes books, posters, and other mementos related to the book and musical, How to Talk Minnesotan from the collection of Howard and Jody Mohr. The display is located in the museum’s entry. The exhibit ends on March 31.
Museum Hours:
Monday: 10:00-5:00
Tuesday: 10:00-5:00
Wednesday: 10:00-5:00
Thursday: 10:00-7:00
Friday: 10:00-5:00
Saturday: 10:00-5:00
Sunday: Closed

Community Collection: Snowmen and Father Time Display
2020-01-21 10:00 - 2020-03-16 17:00 | Lyon County Historical Society Museum, 301 West Lyon Street, Marshall, MN, 56258, United States
The Snowmen and Father Time display includes a vast collection of snowmen and father time collectables from the collection of Mark Schwanebeck. The display is located in the museum’s Heritage Room exhibit. The exhibit ends on March 31.
Museum Hours:
Monday: 10:00-5:00
Tuesday: 10:00-5:00
Wednesday: 10:00-5:00
Thursday: 10:00-7:00
Friday: 10:00-5:00
Saturday: 10:00-5:00
Sunday: Closed

Holiday Home Tour
2019-12-08 13:00 - 16:00 | Lyon County Historical Society Museum, 301 West Lyon Street, Marshall, MN, 56258, United States
The Lyon County Historical Society’s Holiday Home Tour is Sunday, December 8 in Marshall. The tour is 1:00-4:00 PM. The Holiday Home Tour is a fundraiser for the Lyon County Historical Society.
Tickets are $20/each and are available at the Lyon County Museum, Hy-Vee, and Coco Avenue. Limited amount of tickets sold.
The tour can be done in any order. The ticket book includes a description of each home and a map.
The Lyon County Museum will be open from Noon – 4:00 PM on the day of the tour for cookies and refreshments. The museum is decked out for the holidays. Check out the annual Christmas Tree Walk and the Heritage Room Christmas Display.
LCHS thanks the homeowners who make this event possible:
Derek and Raftyn Rignell
Steven Smisek
Stu and Barb Zick
Dr. Mary Hagan
For more information, please contact Jennifer at the Lyon County Museum by calling 507-537-6580 or email director@lyoncomuseum.org

Time Travelers: Gingerbread House and Ornament Decorating
2019-12-07 10:30 - 12:00 | Lyon County Historical Society Museum, 301 West Lyon Street, Marshall, MN, 56258, United States
Time Travelers takes place on a Saturday, October-May, at the Lyon County Museum from 10:30 am – 12:00 pm. The themes and activities are related to history and LCHS exhibits and collections. Time Travelers is targeted to students in kindergarten through 6th grade and their families, but is open to all ages.
Cost: Classes are free. Sign up is recommended, but not required by calling 537-6580 or email director@lyoncomuseum.org the Friday before the class.
December Theme: Gingerbread House and Ornament Decorating
Come join the holiday fun! See decorations from yesteryear and make your own ornament or a simple gingerbread house!

The 7th Annual Indoor Christmas Tree Walk
2019-11-16 10:00 - 2019-12-31 17:00 | Lyon County Historical Society Museum, 301 West Lyon Street, Marshall, MN, 56258, United States
The 7th Annual Indoor Christmas Tree Walk opens at the Lyon County Museum on Saturday, November 16. The tree walk ends on December 31. View decorated trees by individuals, non-profit organizations, businesses, and service organizations.
To vote for you favorite(s), place money in a box located by each tree. The top 3 groups with the most money in their box will win the 2019 tree walk. They will receive Marshall Chamber dollars.
All proceeds from the boxes will go to benefit the Lyon County Historical Society’s mission of preserving and presenting Lyon County history.
The trees are available to view during regular museum hours:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday: 10:00-5:00
Thursday: 10:00-7:00
Saturday: 10:00-4:00
Sunday: Closed
The museum is closed on November 28 & 29 and December 25

Time Travelers: Thankful: History of Veteran's Day
2019-11-02 10:30 - 12:00 | Lyon County Historical Society Museum, 301 West Lyon Street, Marshall, MN, 56258, United States
Time Travelers takes place on a Saturday, October-May, at the Lyon County Museum from 10:30 am – 12:00 pm. The themes and activities are related to history and LCHS exhibits and collections. Time Travelers is targeted to students in kindergarten through 6th grade and their families, but is open to all ages.
Cost: Classes are free. Sign up is recommended, but not required by calling 537-6580 or email director@lyoncomuseum.org the Friday before the class.
November Theme: Thankful: History of Veteran’s Day
Learn about the history of Veterans’ Day and participate in a fun activity to thank veterans for their service.

Halloween Family Night at the Museum
2019-10-31 16:00 - 19:00 | Lyon County Historical Society Museum, 301 West Lyon Street, Marshall, MN, 56258, United States
Halloween Family Night at the Museum! The Lyon County Museum presents Halloween Family Night at the Museum, a non-scary Halloween family event. Wear your costumes and be prepared to have fun!
Scavenger Hunts
Fall Crafts
Coloring Activities
Cookie Decorating
$1.00 Orange or Root Beer Floats from the Ice Cream Shop
All kids dressed in costume will receive a treat bag!

Time Travelers: I Spy at the Museum
2019-10-19 10:30 - 12:00 | Lyon County Historical Society Museum, 301 West Lyon Street, Marshall, MN, 56258, United States
Time Travelers takes place on a Saturday, October-May, at the Lyon County Museum from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm. The themes and activities are related to history and LCHS exhibits and collections. Time Travelers is targeted to students in kindergarten through 6th grade and their families, but is open to all ages.
Cost: Classes are free. Sign up is recommended but not required by calling 537-6580 or email director@lyoncomuseum.org the Friday before the class.
October Theme: I Spy at the Museum
Play a life-sized game of I Spy as you travel through time in the Lyon County Museum. Follow the clues and record your answers in your very own Time Traveler’s Journal!

2019 LCHS Annual Meeting
2019-10-17 17:30 - 19:30 | Cottonwood Community Center, 142 W Main St, Cottonwood, MN, 56229, United States
The Lyon County Historical Society Annual Meeting is Thursday, October 17 at the Cottonwood Community Center in Cottonwood. Doors open at 5:30 pm, annual meeting at 6:00 pm, and keynote speaker at 6:30 pm. This event is open to the public. Light refreshments will be served.
The keynote speaker is Norman Priebe. Norm grew up in Lyon County, and spent his childhood years in Marshall. He is a 1956 graduate of Marshall High School, and received his bachelor’s degree in engineering in 1986 from South Dakota State University in Brookings. Norm worked for 39 years for Sperry Univac, 15 in the Twin Cities, and 24 in the Salt Lake City area. Norm retired in 1996, and moved back to Minnesota, setting in the Alexandria area.
During his years in Lyon County, Norm was a curious youth with a camera and an eye for local industries and events. He will share many of his photographs from the early 1950’s, including scenes from the Great Northern and Chicago & Northwestern railroads, the Ryan Field airport in Marshall, the Marshall Municipal Utilities facility, and the old Second Street truss bridge near downtown Marshall.
Norm is a long-time member of the Minnesota Historical Society, as well as the Great Northern Railway Historical Society and the Chicago & Northwestern Historical Society. Norm and his wife Jeannette reside near Alexandria, Minnesota.
For more information, please contact Jennifer Andries at 507-537-6580 or director@lyoncomuseum.org

Ice Cream Shop Floats Special
2019-07-25 14:00 - 17:00, 2019-07-18 14:00 - 17:00 | Lyon County Historical Society Museum, 301 West Lyon Street, Marshall, MN, 56258, United States
July is National Ice Cream Month! To celebrate, the Lyon County Museum is running a special on Schwan’s ice cream floats on July 18 and July 25.
On Thursday, July 18 and Thursday, July 25 from 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm, Schwan’s root beer or orange floats are $1.00 each in the museum’s ice cream shop.

Museum Closed for 4th of July
2019-07-04 10:00 - 17:00 | Lyon County Historical Society Museum, 301 West Lyon Street, Marshall, MN, 56258, United States
The Lyon County Museum is closed on Thursday, July 4.

Lyon County's 150th Anniversary Planning Committee Meeting
2019-06-24 18:30 - 20:00 | Lyon County Historical Society Museum, 301 West Lyon Street, Marshall, MN, 56258, United States
Lyon County’s sesquicentennial is coming up in 2020. The Lyon County Museum, 301 W Lyon Street, Marshall is hosting planning committee meetings. If you are interested in planning activities and a celebration for Lyon County’s 150th anniversary, attend to find out more information.
If you are unable to attend the meeting, but would like to get involved, please contact Jennifer Andries at 507-537-6580 or director@lyoncomuseum.org
