Rock County History Center

Rock County History Center This page and the History Center are made possible through your donations. Thank you! Main Street. We are funded through memberships and by donors like you.

From the collection of thousands of photographs and articles, to memorabilia from Rock County's ten communities and artifacts of early settlers, pioneers and community builders, the Rock County Historical Society preserves the history of our county and the people who developed it. The Rock County History Center is located in the heart of downtown Luverne at 312 E.

Missed Tales From The Graves? Want to read about these historical figures' lives? For a limited time, we are selling the...
06/16/2026

Missed Tales From The Graves? Want to read about these historical figures' lives? For a limited time, we are selling the Tales From The Graves booklets BOGO - buy the 2026 booklet, and get the 2025 booklet! And don't forget to stop by and pick up an America 250 Passport - collect the event stickers all summer for a chance at a cash prize!

Our first episode of Tales From The Graves 2026 is posted on YouTube! Check out Lt. Frank Ferguson's story, with more to...
06/16/2026

Our first episode of Tales From The Graves 2026 is posted on YouTube! Check out Lt. Frank Ferguson's story, with more to come. If you missed this year's Tales From The Graves, or are interested in sharing a story, you can find it on the Rock County Minnesota Historical Society channel.

Thank you everyone who made Tales From The Graves 2026 a success! I want to thank Green Earth Players for their costumes...
06/09/2026

Thank you everyone who made Tales From The Graves 2026 a success! I want to thank Green Earth Players for their costumes, Hills American Legion for tables and chairs, Luverne Area Chamber for the sound system, and First Presbyterian Church for their chairs. I would also like to thank all the Board Members and volunteers that dedicated their time this weekend to making sure everything went smoothly. Finally, I want to thank our performers, Casey, Brittany, Kevin, and Egypt, for taking us on a journey through the lives of Lt. Frank Ferguson, Captain Lenore Sandager Hansen, Father Francis Sampson, and Katherina "Lily" Kille. We hope to see all of you next year for a whole new cast beyond the grave!

Love history? We are seeking an Executive Director. Please see our website at www.rockcountyhistorical for details on h...
06/08/2026

Love history? We are seeking an Executive Director. Please see our website at www.rockcountyhistorical for details on how to apply.

Remember to stop by the Rock County History Center this Sunday, June 7, for Tales From The Graves! This year we have fou...
06/02/2026

Remember to stop by the Rock County History Center this Sunday, June 7, for Tales From The Graves! This year we have four amazing stories, with performances at 1 PM, 2 PM, and 3 PM. And while you're here, don't forget to check out our other amazing exhibits!

KENNETH WAS NO SLEEPY VILLAGE as evidenced by these photos from the Kenneth file. Who could tell us some history on thes...
05/19/2026

KENNETH WAS NO SLEEPY VILLAGE as evidenced by these photos from the Kenneth file. Who could tell us some history on these businesses? Where were they located? When did they close/change owners/etc.? The Pioneer Store looks a lot like a building still in Kenneth. Is it the same building? Tell us what you know.

TWO IMPORTANT BUSINESSES IN HILLS were the Merchants Hotel and the Crescent newspaper. These sketches appeared in the Ro...
05/12/2026

TWO IMPORTANT BUSINESSES IN HILLS were the Merchants Hotel and the Crescent newspaper. These sketches appeared in the Rock County News of December 20, 1899 in an edition about many of the area businesses. On display at the History Center are the safe from the Crescent office and a visitor registration book from the Merchants Hotel signed by William Jennings Bryan.

BEAVER CREEK WAS BOOMING back in the day. We aren't sure exactly what day it was, but this photo show the interior of Du...
05/05/2026

BEAVER CREEK WAS BOOMING back in the day. We aren't sure exactly what day it was, but this photo show the interior of Dunbar's Store. If you needed a hat, this would have been the place to shop! Can anyone tell us where Dunbar's Store was located? When did it close?

GOOD SERVICE OIL COMPANY was located on the northwest corner of Warren and Kniss. This 1951 photo shows the original bui...
04/28/2026

GOOD SERVICE OIL COMPANY was located on the northwest corner of Warren and Kniss. This 1951 photo shows the original building, which was replaced with the current building on that corner. Some of you will remember this as the corner where Smooky's Pizza once did business.

WHO'S WHO IN TALES FROM THE GRAVESOne of the best parts of Tales from the Graves is the variety. We have called on a div...
04/23/2026

WHO'S WHO IN TALES FROM THE GRAVES
One of the best parts of Tales from the Graves is the variety. We have called on a diverse group of actors to depict our characters. Click on each photo to see who will be portraying Lilly Kille, Father Francis Sampson, Captain Lenore (Sandager) Hansen, and Lieutenant Frank Ferguson.

Address

312 E Main Street
Luverne, MN
56156

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

(507) 283-2122

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