Historical Society - Dakota County Historical Society
- Lawshe Memorial Museum houses a research center library of county and regional histories, books, documents, maps, genealogical collections, online databases, oral history tapes, and related items. County newspapers going back to 1857 are microfilmed and readers are available to examine them. On file are hundreds of photographs, articles, and clippings. Copying services offered in research center. - Museum display area has historical exhibits including a mural that is over 80 feet long which depicts scenes from around the county - Special events and educational programming offered on periodic basis - Gift shop has books, prints, and souvenirs for sale - LeDuc Historic Estate provides guided tours, history events, and programs - Sibley Historic Site provides guided tours, history events, and programs - Sites can be rented for events
Categories
Last assured
05/13/2025
Physical Address
1357 Sibley Memorial Highway, Mendota, MN 55150
Hours
Varies by site
Voice
Application process
Call; walk in
Fee
- Admission to Lawshe Memorial Museum: Free (donations accepted) - Admission to LeDuc and Sibley Historic Estates: Members and children ages 5 and younger free; adults $7; older adults and military personnel $6; students (ages 6 - 17) $5 - Memberships: $25/older adults, $40/individual and $60/family
Eligibility
Open to all
Service area
MN
Agency info
Dakota County Historical Society
County historical society