Sesquicentennial Spotlight Tour - Driftless Area

Looking for something to do this special Sesquicentennial summer?  We have it covered…

Caledonia

The "Wild Turkey Capital" of Minnesota
http://www.caledoniamn.gov/

Caledonia is known as The Heart of Quilt County.

For a great afternoon drive, check out the Barn Quilt Tours

Lake City

Looking for a fun afternoon, stop down at Lake City on September 19th for their 3rd annual “Nine and Dine” Golf Outing and Social Event.  For more information, please click here.

Minnesota City

David M. Eckert
When Minnesota City was established on Sunday, May 9, 1852 the founders were interested in having it become the state capitol of Minnesota. The city has many historic firsts for this region. They include: the oldest city in Winona County, the first school (subscription), the first public school, the first school district (1852), the first church (First Baptist Church 1852), the first post office (1852), the first bridge, the first horticulture experiment in the state (apples), the first general merchandise store, the first blacksmith shop, the first horse shoeing, the first justice of the peace, the first representative to the legislature, the first sawmill, and the first wheat crop. Source - The History of Winona County, 1857. In view of the recent flooding that took place in the city, this honor would be a good morale booster for its citizens.

Reads Landing

Need to get out and get your exercise in?  On September 20th, Frontenac State Park is hosting a 10-mile run, the Lan Yan Teopa.  For more information contact Harry Roberts at harry.roberts@dnr.state.mn.us or 651-345-3401.

Rochester

Time to hunt for the perfect gift.  Stop by the Rochester Downtown Farmers Market through October 25th.  Now through September 25th, every Thursday down at the Peace Plaza on 1st Ave, will host local artists, vendors and musicians.

Rochester Downtown Farmers Market

Thursdays on First

Rushford

With Christmas approaching, head down to Rushford and grab a handful of “Rushford Bucks”.  These unique gift certificates can be used at stores throughout town.

Wabasha

There’s lots to celebrate during September.  Join Wabasha residents for the 1st SeptOberfest – Fall Festival’.  There will be exhibits including the largest pumpkins, tallest sunflowers and scarecrows.  Walk your way through town and enjoy Wabasha’s autumn decorations, German music and food.

For more information, check out the Wabasha events calendar

Winona

Click here from some great attractions in Winona!