In the News
Meet the New Historical Society Director
Marilyn Beste Klaphake has been working at the Sauk Centre Area History Museum and Research Center
for nearly three years as an assistant and curator. She has recently been hired as the new director. She is passionate about history and solving mysteries.
Her hometown was Berkeley, California and for the past 15 years she and her husband have resided in Sauk Centre.
Be sure to stop in and welcome Marilyn to her new position.
for nearly three years as an assistant and curator. She has recently been hired as the new director. She is passionate about history and solving mysteries.
Her hometown was Berkeley, California and for the past 15 years she and her husband have resided in Sauk Centre.
Be sure to stop in and welcome Marilyn to her new position.

Marilyn is the girl behind the wheel of the 1951 Chevy saying goodbye
to her grandpa Beste and heading back to Berkeley.

The Sauk Centre Historical Society would like to thank and acknowledge the Public Art Grant from the CMAB for $8000 for the window painting project at the Blue Valley Creamery.
“This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Central MN Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.”
“This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Central MN Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.”
History Museum
History Museum Hours
Stop and visit.
Tuesday 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday 10:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Thursday 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Friday 12:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Saturdays (Jun-Aug) 9 - 12 p.m.
Admission Rates
$3 for 12 and up
Children under 12 free with a paid adult
Members free
Research Rates
Off site research is $15 per hour
In person research - free will donation
Copies - $.25 per copy
Artifacts, archives and searchable databases
We feature a vast archive of historical documents, photos, writings, and more in our location. If you're searching for your Grandfather's birth certificate or a photo of your Great-Grandmother's graduating class, there is a chance we have it! Perhaps even the original!
Contact Us to inquire about browsing our archives or searching our extensive database.
Contact Us to inquire about browsing our archives or searching our extensive database.