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We Make History Come Alive!

Become a Member

Join the Douglas County Historical Society! Support the activities and programs that help interpret the richness of the past.

Your membership opens the door to opportunity. You will receive the quarterly newsletter, updates on current programs, events and access to all the resources available in our Public Research Library.

Guided Tours

Available 9:00am – 3:00pm Monday-Friday

  • Schedule group tours and special events in advance.
    Contact DCHS for more details.
  • Guided historic tours of Douglas County are also available!

Come visit, learn & enjoy all that the
Douglas County Historical Society has to offer!

On Site Research

We provide an extensive library of information and photos of Douglas County. Visit our resources section for more information.

Catered Luncheons/Business Meetings

We provide an intimate setting for catered luncheons and business meetings.
Have a special occasion to celebrate? We entertain and delight! Contact our staff for more information, details and availability.

Community Programs

We provide FUN history lessons, vignettes, tours and PowerPoint presentations for business and private venues. Contact us for more information

Special Events

We provide annual events to celebrate history and raise funds for the sustenance and maintenance of the Society.

Check out our latest events!

Monthly Meetings

Genealogy Guild

Meets second Thursday of the month at 5:30pm in the research library.

Swedish Club

Meets the second and fourth Mondays of the month from 10:00am – 11:30am in the dining room.

Image Services

Images from our extensive photo collection are available for your purchase.
Call Kim for more details, 320-762-0382.

The Douglas County Historical Society is here to discover, preserve
and disseminate the history of the county and its people.