Wright County Historical Society

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Wright County Historical Society The Wright County Historical Society serves to collect, preserve, and share our history.

The Wright County Historical Society (WCHS) is a non-profit organization consisting of a museum, research library, and extensive artifact and archival collections, and includes historic structures in multiple locations. WCHS strives to create a dynamic place where people encounter, explore, share and learn about the past. In pursuit of this Vision, the Wright County Historical Society will:
â–Ş Serve as the collective historical memory of Wright County, Minnesota.

â–Ş Identify, collect, and preserve materials related to the history of Wright County with consideration for other areas of the State when appropriate.

â–Ş Present exhibits that use historical materials to promote understanding and appreciation for the history of Wright County, Minnesota.

â–Ş Provide a comprehensive genealogical research facility utilizing cutting-edge technology and resources.

â–Ş Connect to diverse audiences by providing a variety of learning formats, educational activities, and history-related community services.

â–Ş Attract, retain, and develop talented professionals and volunteers, and enable them to do excellent work.

â–Ş Maintain mutually beneficial relationships, opportunities, and alliances with educational institutions, the business community, government, and other community organizations.

â–Ş Engage in fundraising activities, including the acceptance of donations as appropriate, to accomplish its vision.

Ok! We haven't talked about construction here at WCHS for like...*checks watch*...a tiny bit. Nevertheless, while Hwy 25...
10/13/2026

Ok! We haven't talked about construction here at WCHS for like...*checks watch*...a tiny bit. Nevertheless, while Hwy 25 outside is achingly close to being finished, we've got just one final update before construction season comes to a close.

Starting Monday, October 19th the WCHS building will receive some badly needed upgrades to our roof. This project is meant to last only three days depending on the weather. While this is happening, WE EXPECT TO STAY OPEN as this will only use up a certain spots in our parking lot at a time. Attached you can see when what areas will be taken over.

As always, please call us at: (763) 682-7323, or email us at: [email protected] if you have any questions, or concerns. It's advisable that you call ahead to make sure we're open if you're planning on visiting.

Hey, it's National Coaches Day! For every sport there are the players and then there are the coaches. These important fi...
10/06/2026

Hey, it's National Coaches Day! For every sport there are the players and then there are the coaches. These important figures organizes the team, works on practices and player training, and most importantly, motivates players to strive to be the best they can be. Take a minute today and think about your own coach. Send them a word of thanks if you can. Maybe it's your kids coach that helps them develop on the field. Either way, they all deserve a little extra attention today.

Image of Monticello High School Football Team. Far Left: Coach Geo Boyd; 4th row: Unk, Unk, Geo Peterson, Unk, Frank Perkins; 3rd row Percy Birlen, Lee Baker, McAllister Canfield Gee, Unk; 2nd row: Unk, Unk, Paul Eggena; Front: Lawrence Jack. Monticello, Minn. From the WC Photo Collection

UPDATE! Currently this morning, the paving is getting done on Hwy25 right outside the building. WCHS IS OPEN and while i...
10/06/2026

UPDATE! Currently this morning, the paving is getting done on Hwy25 right outside the building. WCHS IS OPEN and while it seems chaotic, there is an open lane and some flaggers to keep you on the right path.

Please give us a call if you have any questions, or concerns about visiting today: (763) 682-7323

I assure you, WCHS is open! Our presentation is on time and we are eagerly awaiting visitors. Please ignore the 'Road Cl...
10/03/2026

I assure you, WCHS is open! Our presentation is on time and we are eagerly awaiting visitors. Please ignore the 'Road Closed' signs on your way to our building. There is an open lane once you get past the signs. It's not even that bumpy!

Les Fordahl's presentation of "I Drew the War" starts at 10am.

10/03/2026

A Message from the City of Monticello:
Construction of the new outlet for County Ditch 33 is starting and the contractor anticipates completing the utility crossing of CSAH 39 on the east side of Monticello the week of Oct. 12. The full closure for the utility crossing is between Hall Avenue NE and Harding Avenue NE along CSAH 39. A detour will be posted. The road is expected to be opened back up to traffic Oct. 16.

10/02/2026

The Wright County Highway Department has announced that, beginning Tuesday, Oct. 6, CSAH 7 at Hwy. 24 in Clearwater will be closed. Traffic north and southbound along Hwy. 24 will be maintained throughout the duration of the project. Learn more about the project here: https://www.wrightcountymn.gov/m/newsflash/home/detail/5316

WCHS is at the annual Touch-a-Truck here at the Buffalo Public Library West lot. This 3-pony express would have done mai...
10/02/2026

WCHS is at the annual Touch-a-Truck here at the Buffalo Public Library West lot. This 3-pony express would have done mail delivery and transport throughout Wright County. Stop on by! The event ends at 1pm.

Address

2001 Highway 25 N
Buffalo, MN
55313

Opening Hours

Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm
Saturday 9am - 3pm

Telephone

+17636827323

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