Pipestone County Historical Society

Pipestone County Historical Society The Museum was opened in 1967.

First organized in 1880 with a mission to discover, preserve and disseminiate knowledge about Pipestone County's history, PCHS is a 501(c)3 non-profit corporation located in the heart of historic downtown Pipestone.

Although the front entrance of the Moore Block remains closed on Main Street, the building itself is safe and open. Acc...
06/18/2026

Although the front entrance of the Moore Block remains closed on Main Street, the building itself is safe and open. Access Prairie Maidens Treasures through the side-door on Hiawatha Avenue-

On Exhibit Now: A new exhibit has opened to celebrate the United States Semiquincentennial, the 250th Anniversary of the...
06/16/2026

On Exhibit Now: A new exhibit has opened to celebrate the United States Semiquincentennial, the 250th Anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence. Stop in and check it out.

Today's Tidbit: "School is out and hot weather is here. That means that Pipestone's youngsters are heading for the swimm...
06/14/2026

Today's Tidbit: "School is out and hot weather is here. That means that Pipestone's youngsters are heading for the swimming pool. With the sun beating down and hot winds blowing across the area, the pool has got to be the coolest place in town." PIPESTONE COUNTY STAR; June 10, 1976.

In the Collection: Postal Savings System Depositor's Numerical Reference Card. The Postal Savings System was established...
06/12/2026

In the Collection: Postal Savings System Depositor's Numerical Reference Card. The Postal Savings System was established by an Act of Congress on June 25, 1910, with it taking effect January 1, 1911. The law and system sought to get money out of hiding, appeal to both immigrants accustomed to saving at Post Offices in their home countries and people with low confidence in banks, and provide more convenient depositing for working people. Most of the money was redeposited by the Post Office Department into local banks. The system paid 2 percent annual interest, and certificates were issued to depositors to mark their deposits. Money deposited peaked at nearly $3.4 billion by 1947. The Postal Savings System officially ended on July 1, 1967.

Join us Saturday at the Ruthton Cemetery to learn the life story of Sheldon Payne and others during the 1st cemetery tou...
06/11/2026

Join us Saturday at the Ruthton Cemetery to learn the life story of Sheldon Payne and others during the 1st cemetery tour of the season.

This afternoon a piece of trim on the historic Moore Block fell to the sidewalk. Fortunately no one was injured and no ...
06/09/2026

This afternoon a piece of trim on the historic Moore Block fell to the sidewalk. Fortunately no one was injured and no glass was broken. PCHS is in contact with a professional to have someone qualified come in to check out the property. Prairie Maidens will be closed until we can make sure the building is safe.

Earlier this spring we began the grant process to turn attention to the historic preservation of this property. This is usually a three step process which can take some time. We will have the building conditions assessed, draw up the work plans, and then begin the construction work.

On Exhibit Now: Derma-Royale Soap was produced by the Derma-Royale Co. of Cincinnati, OH. This version of the box was fi...
06/09/2026

On Exhibit Now: Derma-Royale Soap was produced by the Derma-Royale Co. of Cincinnati, OH. This version of the box was first used by the company in 1899, with the soap originally costing 25 cents. The directions state that "Derma-Royale Soap contains only the purest ingredients...and should be used by all who appreciate a bright, clear complexion..."

Today's Tidbit: "Pipestone ambassadors called at Walz Funeral Chapel Sunday to extend congratulations and best wishes to...
06/07/2026

Today's Tidbit: "Pipestone ambassadors called at Walz Funeral Chapel Sunday to extend congratulations and best wishes to Willis Walz, who recently purchased the chapel. From left are George Paulsen, Supt. Burt Barnard, Walz, C.E. Moen, Chuck Dibble, and Chamber Manager Ralph Christ." PIPESTONE COUNTY STAR; June 3, 1976.

In the Collection: Pipestone County Auditor and Minnesota Tax Commission Correspondence. Pipestone County Auditor Tad Ba...
06/05/2026

In the Collection: Pipestone County Auditor and Minnesota Tax Commission Correspondence. Pipestone County Auditor Tad Bailey sent a letter to the Minnesota Tax Commission on January 29, 1924, regarding a recent Supreme Court decision regarding the exemption of church parsonages from taxes. Bailey sought a copy of the Court's decision and sought to determine whether the exemption applied to a parsonage belonging to a church in Ruthton that was vacant because the church did not have a minister. Read the second letter or check the comments to see the Minnesota Tax Commission's official response.

Address

113 S Hiawatha Avenue
Pipestone, MN
56164

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

(507) 825-2563

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