America 250: Colonial Games
Step back in time with the Winona Public Library and the Winona County Historical Society as we remember America 250 with an afternoon of Colonial‐era fun. On…
Crazy Days Deals
Browse The Museum Shop and other participating businesses in downtown Winona for CRAZY summer deals! Crazy Days specials at the Winona County History Center…
Winona Walking Tours: Historic Churches
Explore the little known remnants of bygone days during Winona Walking Tours: Historic Churches. Join a WCHS local guide on either Saturday or Sunday for a…
Wide-Angle Winona Photography Exhibition Opening
Wide-Angle Winona: A Panoramic View is coming to the Slaggie Family Lobby & Art Gallery from July 12 – September 13, 2026! The exhibition opening reception…
The Story of Merchants Bank
In partnership with Sandbar Storytelling Festival, Winona County Historical Society presents a public talk on “The Story of Merchants Bank.” Founded in 1875,…
History on the River: The Legacy of Cal Fremling
With speaker Michael Kennedy, discover the legacy of Cal Fremling. [...]
Winona Walking Tours: Third Street, Part I
Join a WCHS local guide on either Saturday or Sunday for a historic walk down Winona’s Third Street. There’s so much to see that we had to make a sequel to…
History on the River: Navigating the Lock and Dam System
Learn about the history, creation, and modern work of the [...]
Winona Walking Tours: Third Street, Part II
The second in a two-part tour series featuring Winona’s Third Street. Even if you didn’t make the first tour, you’ll have a blast with our WCHS local guide for…