Murray County Historical Museum

Murray County Historical Museum We have a Reference Library and Family History Section too. The Historical Society is an important but often overlooked part of the county.

The history of Murray County is on display in the Murray County Historical Museum with its exhibits, programs and objects, archival, microfilm, and photographic collections. The Murray County Historical Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to the collection, preservation, interpretation, and dissemination of the county's history. The society was established in 1934 and operates the Murra

y County Historical Museum in cooperation with the Murray County Board of Commissioners. The Wornson Log Cabin, Koch Cabin at Lake Shetek State Park, the Country School No. 1 at End-O-Line Railroad Park, and the Dinehart-Holt House were restored by the society. It collects and maintains the material history of the county for the benefit of its residents and visitors. Vital records and historical objects that define the nature of Murray County can be found in the museums collections. The Murray County Historical Society is funded by support from its members, donations from museum visitors, contributions from the city of Slayton and local groups, and the support of the Murray County Board of Commissioners.

06/17/2026
Tuesday June 16, 2026 was the 34th anniversary of the Chandler tornado!! Life sure changed in a hurry that day!
06/17/2026

Tuesday June 16, 2026 was the 34th anniversary of the Chandler tornado!! Life sure changed in a hurry that day!

06/17/2026

The Murray County Historical Museum will be closed this Friday June 19th in observation of the federal holiday.

06/09/2026

We are looking for any information pertaining to ANNA PORTER. She came here from Ireland connected with Sweetman Colonies. Married a LETOURNEAU in July 1890! Thank you for any updated information! MCHS

Even though today is National Leave Work Early Day, we at the Murray County Historical Museum will be open until 5pm. Pi...
06/02/2026

Even though today is National Leave Work Early Day, we at the Murray County Historical Museum will be open until 5pm.
Pictured here is the Woodgate Telephone Office in Slayton. You can see the operators hard at work. Based on the clock behind them, it is around 2:20om, so no leaving work early for them either.

06/02/2026

This Thursday, start celebrating America's 250th anniversary with Slayton Public Library and the Murray County Historical Museum
From June 4 - July 9, on Thursday nights the library will be open late, and staff from the Museum will screen a weekly episode of the PBS documentary series, "The American Revolution" by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt. https://www.facebook.com/share/1EpHRq6SQj/

Timeline for Each Thursday...
🕔 5:15 PM: Library computer stations shut down. The library will remain open for check-out and Wi-Fi access.
🕕 6:00 PM: Film begins.
🕢 7:30 PM: Library closes.
🕖 Approximately 7:30-8:00 PM: Film ends.

What to expect…
🎬 Film: "From the first sparks of rebellion to the victory at Yorktown, witness the epic story of the people who risked everything to found a new nation." The documentary is rated TV-14 and the content is best for adults and teens. Each episode is approximately 120 minutes long, but may be longer. For specific info about each episode, visit pbs.org/kenburns/the-american-revolution.
🍕 You're welcome to BYOF - bring your own food for supper.
🔗 Go to https://slaytonlibrary.org/series/documentary-club/ for more details about what to expect or ask us at the library or the museum.
💳 If you're not able to attend in-person, you can watch this series (and more) from the comfort of your own home! Make sure your library card is specific to Slayton (card number starts with 21314) and go to SlaytonLibrary.org > Digital Resources > Kanopy. After you set-up a Kanopy account, you'll be able to stream digital movies for free!

If your looking for something neat to see?. we have it here!! Declaration of Independence, Gettysburg Address? Come take...
05/27/2026

If your looking for something neat to see?. we have it here!! Declaration of Independence, Gettysburg Address? Come take a stroll!! Air conditioner is on!! 😁

Soon it will be the 4th of July!! Come and see us at the Murray County Museum!! Different things to see all the time!!
05/27/2026

Soon it will be the 4th of July!! Come and see us at the Murray County Museum!! Different things to see all the time!!

05/23/2026

The Murray County Historical Museum will be closed today Saturday May 23 in honor of Memorial Day Weekend. We will be open Tuesday as normal.

Address

2480 29th Street
Slayton, MN
56172

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 2pm

Telephone

(507) 836-6533

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