Sartell Historical Society

10/13/2026

Call Benton County Historical Museum to reserve a spot.

This is sponsored by the Williams-Dingmann Funeral Home.

The museum number for veterans to call and reserve a seat is 320-253-9614

10/12/2026

Looking for volunteers for Sat. Oct 17 at 9:15am at the Sartell Community Center for the Veterans Day Brunch put on by the Sartell Historical Center, Sartell Senior Center, and Sartell American Legion. Need help set up tables, pour coffee and help veterans through the buffet. Message me if you’re able to help.

09/30/2026

SAVE THE DATE THURS NOVEMBER 19 4-7pm annual Membership Dinner and meeting. 4pm social, 5:15pm dinner and short meeting afterwards to be done by 7pm. At the senior center Sartell Community Center

09/26/2026

Just a couple more photos of the 6th grade Sartell History Day. 6th graders went home with lots of knowledge of their hometown!

09/25/2026

First day of the Sartell 6th grade history day at the community center was a great success!

09/22/2026

Please join us

08/04/2026

We will have a display of Paper Mill items and scrapbooks with lots of pictures of the mill’s history in the Heritage Building at the Benton County Fair this week Tuesday Aug. 4-Sunday Aug. 9. Volunteers will be available each day until 4pm. Stop by and visit and make a guess on how many marbles are in a jar for a chance to win a $30 gift certificate. See you at the fair!

The Historical Society will be CLOSED this week while Lacey, Tyler, and Nancy are at the Benton County Fair from Tuesday through Sunday.

Stop by and see us in our usual spot inside the Heritage Building, where we will be sharing space with the Sartell Historical Society and the Stearns History Museum.

This year, the fair is celebrating America's 250th anniversary, and we've put together a special exhibit honoring the people who have always been the heart of Benton County—our farmers.

Lacey created a timeline that tells the story of agriculture in Benton County and the generations of farm families whose hard work helped build our communities. Farming has always been the backbone of this county, and farmers, along with the businesses that support them, continue to play a vital role in our lives. After all, every meal begins with a farmer.

The photo below shows our historic one-room schoolhouse next to the Heritage Building. It will be open for self-guided tours during the fair, so be sure to step inside and experience a piece of our county's past.

One last reminder—there is road construction and a few road closures near the fairgrounds, so please plan a little extra travel time.

06/25/2026

Dr Ken Jones presented The History of Johnnie Bread this morning at Coffee & Conversation. Paula Lang brought Johnnie bread for all attendees and we sampled bread with home made jams and honey butter.

06/23/2026

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Check out Sartell's captivating evolution in Central Minnesota, where historical and modern images highlight its growth and vibrant community spirit over the years.

06/16/2026

Catch the Sartell Historical Society at the BCF in August in the Heritage Building!

Aug 4-9.
Where memories are made and traditions come alive! From thrilling rides and amazing fair food to livestock shows, live entertainment, family fun, and community spirit - there's something for everyone at the Benton County Fair.
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