Sibley Historic Site

03/13/2026

Do you love history and have some time to share?

Consider becoming a Site Educator with the Dakota County Historical Society at the Sibley Historic Site!

Dakota County Historical Society

02/05/2026

Is a Saturday afternoon tea with a true crime twist your Valentine's style? The Sibley Tea in Mendota on the 14th features that other famous Valentine's day!

https://dakotahistory.org/events/1080-feb-14-valentines-day-tell-all-tea-at-sibley

02/02/2026

https://dakotahistory.org/events/1080-feb-14-valentines-day-tell-all-tea-at-sibley

11/05/2025

The DCHS website is currently experiencing technical difficulties. We'll have it back up as soon as possible, but you can call 651-552-7548 with any urgent inquiries.

The Veteran's Day Luncheon is currently sold out. You may call the number above to be added to the waitlist.

10/25/2025

More tours available tonight!

08/22/2025

When you need a break from the Fair, the Sibley Historic Site is in the final few days of the 2025 tour season! Open Friday-Sunday this weekend, and Friday-MONDAY next weekend, with tours at 10am, 11:30am, 1pm, 2:30pm, and 4pm, you can also visit the Marian Winter Exhibit at Dupuis and enjoy some historic fun.

https://dakotahistory.org/sibley-historic-site -for-a-sibley-site-tour

07/31/2025

Celebrating our amazing interns today! Internships are a vital step in career development, and we’re proud to support our interns as they grow. We're so grateful for the energy, fresh ideas, and hard work our interns bring to the Dakota County Historical Society. Their dedication and enthusiasm make a real difference. We appreciate you! Thank you for all you do!

In the photo, from L to R:
Olivia “Livi” Robinson
Livi is a second-year graduate student at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire working towards her Master’s Degree in Public History. She works as a Site Educator at the Sibley Historic Site and has been researching the connection between the Sibley and LeDuc families.

Katherine Hagen
Kate is a junior at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire majoring in Public History and Spanish. She works as a Site Educator at the Sibley Historic Site and has been researching the history of slavery in the Mendota area.

Natalie Lambie
Natalie recently graduated from the University of St. Thomas with a degree in History and plans to continue her studies at the St. Thomas School of Law. She works as a Site Educator at the LeDuc Estate and has also been assisting with the artifact collection project at the LeDuc Estate.

Dyllon Lohmann
Dyllon (not pictured) is a senior in History and Anthropology at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities. This summer, she is assisting with the artifact collection project at the LeDuc Estate.

07/30/2025

This past Sunday, the Sibley Historic Site was honored to host an “En Plein Air” painting workshop with the Outdoor Painters of Minnesota. The term “en plein air” is a French expression meaning “in the open air.” The workshop was led by instructor Jack Dant, a skilled “en plein air” painter who shared insights into the history of this art form in Minnesota, followed by a demonstration of oil painting techniques. Students then created their own 8" x 10" portrait.

To learn more about the Outdoor Painters of Minnesota, you can visit their website at: https://www.outdoorpaintersofminnesota.org/

06/14/2025

Celebrate Flag Day today at the Sibley Historic Site!

Join us for engaging Flag Day activities at the Sibley Historic Site from 12 PM to 4 PM! Vexillologist Rick Magee will explore the significance of early American flags, showcasing reproduction flags from that era.

What to Expect:
• Vexillology: Discover the fascinating field that studies flags, their history, symbolism, and usage.
• Learn about Betsy Ross: Delve into the story of the woman renowned for sewing the first American flag.
• Hands-On Activity: Try your skills at cutting a five-point star flag in one cut, just like Betsy Ross!
• Takeaway: Create and take-home patriotic postcards to share with friends and family!

06/13/2025

Celebrate Flag Day at the Sibley Historic Site!

Join us for engaging Flag Day activities at the Sibley Historic Site from 12 PM to 4 PM Tomorrow! Vexillologist Rick Magee will explore the significance of early American flags, showcasing reproduction flags from that era.

What to Expect:
• Vexillology: Discover the fascinating field that studies flags, their history, symbolism, and usage.
• Learn about Betsy Ross: Delve into the story of the woman renowned for sewing the first American flag.
• Hands-On Activity: Try your skills at cutting a five-point star flag in one cut, just like Betsy Ross!
• Takeaway: Create and take-home patriotic postcards to share with friends and family!