Collections
BECHS's permanent collection includes paintings, textiles, posters, photographs, books, letters and ephemera from the middle of the 19th century though the 21st century. Objects are donated from members and people in the community. If you are interested in donating a piece of Blue Earth County history, please contact Archives Manager.
For more information about BECHS permanent collection see our Artifacts and Archives.
Donations
BECHS's permanent collection accepts donations according to these guidelines:
- The item must relate to the history of Blue Earth County.
- Any item should generally be the first of its kind in the collections.
- Adequate storage or display area must be available for all materials.
For more information about making a donation to BECHS, visit our link Collections: Questions and Answers.
The Blue Earth County Historical Society (BECHS) has been collecting, preserving and presenting the history of Blue Earth County, Minnesota since 1901. The Society operates two facilities in Mankato, MN. The Heritage Center, located at 415 Cherry Street, Mankato, MN, houses the Museum Exhibit Gallery, Research Center, Museum Store and a community art gallery. The Historic R.D. Hubbard House is the 1905 home of local flour mill entrepreneur R.D. Hubbard and his family. The Heritage Center is open year round and the Hubbard House is open seasonally May through September.
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BECHS Board of Trustees Openings
Applications now being accepted for the BECHS Board of Trustees. Board members assist with the governance and long-range planning efforts for this vibrant, growing, non-profit organization. Positions to be filled at March Annual Meeting. For details and application, click here.
Volunteer Opportunities at BECHS!
BECHS is currently looking for volunteers to asssist with day to day activites. The following volunteer opportunities are available:
- Handy Work – light construction, repairs, maintenance
- Gift Shop Attendant
- Tour Guide
- Photograph Book Project
For more information on these volunteer opportunities, contact JoLynn at 507-345-5566!
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The Blue Earth County Historical Society is a member-supported non-profit organization. Membership and donations are a significant part of our annual operating budget. You can help support the work we do by:
ADDRESS
Blue Earth County Historical Society
415 Cherry Street
Mankato, MN 56001
TELEPHONE
507-345-5566
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