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2014 Saint Peter Area Visitor’s Guide





Welcome to St. Peter! You are about to experience one of the most unique destinations Minnesota has to o� er!

St. Peter is a community of approximately 11,000 residents. The area o� ers excellent opportunities for gol� ng, disc golf-ing, hiking, biking, boating, camping, exploring history, sport-ing events, cultural events, shopping, dining and the only ap-proved Nobel Conference outside of Sweden.

St. Peter is home to several museums, including the Treaty Site History Center, E. St. Julien Cox House and Soderlund’s Drugstore and Pharmacy Museum. The St. Peter Tourism and Visitors Bureau o� ers walking tours of the downtown historic district. You can contact the St. Peter Area Chamber of Com-merce at 934-3400 for tour maps.

In this publication you will � nd a broad overview of the many options available in St. Peter and the surrounding area. It is the goal of everyone in St. Peter to make your visit as enjoyable and memorable as possible. We are very proud of our history and opportunities and we are pleased that you choose us to visit.

What to do while visiting the St. Peter area:

• Visit the “Pearly Gates of St. Peter”

• Enjoy traditional golf or disc golf

• Go boating in one of the many beautiful area lakes

• Enjoy a walk at the arboretum at Gustavus College

• Hike one of the many wonderful trails at Seven Mile Creek

• Take a walking tour of historical downtown

• Visit one of our fi ne museums

• Shop in our many fi ne specialty and antique stores

• Dine at any of our fi ne restaurants

• Enjoy a picnic at Minnesota Square Park

• Fish or hike along the Minnesota River

• Visit one of our beautiful parks

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St. Peter has much to o� erSt. Peter is a city of approximately 11,000 people located in south central Minnesota. The City is 75 miles southwest of the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area, and 10 miles north of Mankato along Highway 169.

The Nicollet County courthouse is located in St. Peter. The city is represented by the Region Nine Development Commission, Minnesota State Senate District 23 and House District 23A, and the First U. S. Congressional District.

St. Peter is recognized for its rich heritage, historic structures, natural resources, educational facilities, industries, unique char-acter and quality of life.

St. Peter is home to Gustavus Adolphus College, the St. Peter Regional Treatment Center, Minnesota School Boards Associa-tion and national headquarters of Scholarship America. It is also recognized as a center for the arts, as it is home to many local artisans.

Location Located in the beautiful Minnesota River Valley, the community is bounded by the Minnesota River and surrounded by scenic blu� s. The areas along the valley are covered by dense wood-lands, providing an excellent habitat for a variety of wildlife. Eight miles to the west lies the Swan Lake Wildlife area, which is said to be one of the � nest natural wildlife preserves in the na-tion. Several lakes o� er � shing, camping, boating and hunting as well as other year-round recreational activities for the entire family. The area in and around St. Peter contains rich black soil that is well suited for agriculture. The Minnesota River Valley also contains abundant deposits of silica and “Kasota Stone” used in commercial facades nationwide. The City itself is four miles long, two miles wide and covers more that 5,000 acres.

Government The city of St. Peter, incorporated in 1873, is governed by a non-partisan mayor/city council. Council policies and the day-to-day operations of the City are managed by an appointed city admin-istrator and sta� . The City also has an economic development authority, planning and zoning commission, housing and rede-velopment authority, and a hospital and nursing home commis-sion. The city of St. Peter provides services through its police, public works, � re, community development and recreation and leisure services departments.

Economic DevelopmentSt. Peter has made a commitment to economic development and has a sta� of professionals working on the development and expansion of new and existing businesses. An economic development authority was established to facilitate commercial and industrial development. Financial assistance may be pro-vided by the City in the form of tax increment � nancing, a local revolving loan fund, and programs o� ered by the Small Business Administration. Other public/private incentives are available for quali� ed projects.

Major EmployersSeveral state and national companies have located their head-quarters in St. Peter. Major employers in the City are: The St. Peter Regional Treatment Center, 1200 employees; Gustavus Adolphus College, 700 employees; School District No. 508, 235 employees; River’s Edge Hospital & Clinic, 170 employees; Nicol-let County, 250 employees; Alumacraft Boat Co., 140 employees; EconoFoods, 100 employees; Good Samaritan Society, 100 em-ployees; Minnesota Valley Education District, 100 employees; Rolco, 100 employees; Scholarship America, 110 employees; and the City of St. Peter, 85 employees.

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Eateries o� er hometown hospitalityA wide variety of dining experiences are o� ered in the St. Peter area, so whether you’re looking for fast food, co� ee and conversation, pub grub or � ne dining, there’s no need to travel far.

Restaurants and cafés abound in St. Peter and the surrounding communities of Cleveland, Kasota and Nicollet, o� ering a little bit of everything, including that special hometown hospitality.

Arby’s, 1221 S. Minnesota Ave., 931-2422, fast and delicious.

Blaschko’s Embassy Bar & Grill, 325 S. Minnesota Ave., 931-3903, great hamburgers, hot beef sandwiches and food baskets.

China Town, 302 S. Minnesota Ave., 934-5566, delectable, authentic cuisine in a friendly, casual setting.

City Grille, 814 N. Minnesota Ave., 934-2362, high-quality family dining.

Family Fresh Market, 612 S. Minnesota Ave., 931-5541, daily specials.

El Agave, 402 S. Third St., 934-5323, authentic Mexican food, daily specials, great Margaritas and full bar.

Erbert & Gerbert’s, 224 S. Minnesota Ave., 934-2020, Subs and Club sandwiches, soups and sides. Delivery available.

Dairy Queen Brazier, 850 N. Minnesota Ave., 931-4580, hot, delicious food and scrumptious ice cream desserts.

Domino’s Pizza, 103 S. Minnesota Ave., 934-9112, hot, fresh pizza in 30 minutes.

Flame Bar, 225 W. Nassau St., 931-9277, grill, appetizers, munchies, burger baskets and more.

Godfather’s Pizza, 225 S. Minnesota Ave., 931-6140, no scrimping on the pepperoni or anything else.

Great Wall, 108 S. Minnesota Ave., 931-8828, outstanding tastes of the orient that will tantalize your taste buds.

Hobbers Bar & Grill, located just o� Hwy 99 E., 931-6875. Great homemade meals.

Jake’s Pizza, 119 W. Broadway, near the corner of Minnesota Avenue and Broadway, 934-4944, with ingredients made from scratch using family recipes that have been handed down from generation to generation.

Jocko’s Bar & Grill, 325 Broadway St., Cleveland, 931-6637, breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week.

KFC, 1505 Old Minnesota Ave., 931-1168, � nger-lickin’ you-know-what.

Kokomo’s, 114 10th St. (Highways 99 & 15), Cleveland, 931-6410, savory suppers in a comfortable atmosphere.

Lonestar BBQ & Grill, 408 S 3rd Street, St. Peter, 934-3314, Texas style, slow smoked BBQ in the heart of historic downtown St. Peter

McDonald’s, 120 W. St. Julien St., 931-3011, just look for the Golden Arches.

Patrick’s, 125 S. Third St., 931-9051, American and Mexican lunches and suppers.

RiverRock Coffee Shop, 301 S. Minnesota Ave., 931-1540, a unique blend of co� ees, soups and sandwiches to please your appetite.

St. Peter Food Co-op & Deli, 228 W. Mulberry St., 934-4880, nutritious sandwiches, soups, entrées and desserts.

Subway, 1306 S. Minnesota Ave., 931-1000, hearty, � lling sandwiches, soups and salads.

Taco John’s, 103 N. Minnesota Ave., 934-6201, a quick, delicious trip south of the border.

Westwood Bar & Grill, Squirrel’s Nest Landing, 243-9998, enjoy a beautiful view of Lake Washington with indoor and deck dining.

The Woods Grill & Bar, 43779 Golf Course Rd., 933-4400, Really good food. Great customer service. Period.

Whiskey River, Hwy 99 E, 934-5600, terri� c steaks, burgers and hospitality.



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City of historyChurch of the Holy Communion-Episcopal, 118 N. Minnesota Ave., is one of the oldest in town. It was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1983. Captain William B. Dodd, one of the early pioneers is buried behind the church.

City nearly becomes state capitalt. Peter has been the home of � ve governors and nearly became the capital of Minnesota. Those

are two of the signi� cant events in the history of St. Peter.The Dakota (Sioux) Indians were living in the vicin-ity of present day St. Peter at the time of the arrival of the white settlers. Traverse des Sioux (Crossing of the Sioux), a natural ford just north of St. Peter, was used by the Dakota to cross the Minnesota River. It was named by French explorers and became the site of a thriving trading post. The historic Traverse des Sioux Treaty was signed there in 1851. The treaty ceded 24 million acres of land to the federal government by the Dakota.

Soon after the signing, a community of over 300 was established in the vicinity of the treaty site. It was called Traverse des Sioux, but it soon began to lose population to a new community a short distance to the south. Settled in 1853 and initially known as Rock Bend, the name was later changed to St. Peter. Free lots to those who built on them were among the in-centives that drew settlers to St. Peter.

In 1857, St. Peter � irted with fame. For a short time, a movement was underway to make St. Peter the state capital, and a wide main street was laid out in anticipation of the decision. However, Joseph Rolette, a legislator from Pembina who opposed the transfer, stole the bill that would have authorized the move.

Failure to comply with the terms of the treaty signed at Traverse

des Sioux led to the Dakota uprising in 1862. Through-out Southern Minnesota, many people — both whites and Dakota — were killed. There were a number of deaths in Nicollet County.

Gustavus Adolphus College classes started in St. Peter in October of 1876 following its establishment there. The college originated in Red Wing, then oper-ated in East Union before coming to St. Peter. In 1866, the state hospital was opened in St. Peter in a build-ing originally used as a hotel. In time, as buildings were completed, the hospital was moved to its present site. The former hotel and hospital still stands on the north-west corner of Third and Walnut streets.

The city has played host to many colorful charac-ters, from outlaws to presidential candidates. St. Peter was visited by members of the Jesse James gang prior to the robbery at North� eld in 1876. One of the gang members said the local bank was not worth robbing. In 1890, candidate William Jennings Bryan spoke to a crowd from the balcony of the Nicollet Hotel.

St. Peter was also the home of � ve Minnesota governors: Willis A. Gorman, territorial governor, 1853-57; Henry A. Swift, 1863-64; Hor-ace Austin, 1870-74; Andrew McGill, 1887-89; and John A. Johnson, 1905-09. Johnson was considered to be a strong contender for the democratic party’s 1912 presidential nomination, prior to his death in 1909 following complications after surgery.

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St. Peter Herald1886-1906Governor

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St. Peter, looking down Minnesota Street

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Assemblies of GodJesus Assembly of God

722 Sunrise Dr., St. Peter934-1468

BaptistCalvary Baptist Church

516 W. Je� erson, St. Peter931-4567

CatholicChurch of the Nativity

210 S. W. Second St., Cleveland931-2560

Church of St. Peter1801 N. Broadway, St. Peter

931-1628

All Saints Catholic Church600 Third St., Madison Lake

243-3319

Marysburg Catholic ChurchRural Madison Lake

931-2560

Christian & Missionary Alliance

Bethany Alliance Church1400 N. Washington Ave., St. Peter

931-4325

Church of ChristCleveland Church of Christ

900 State Highway 99, Cleveland931-5924

Episcopal ChurchChurch of the Holy Communion118 N. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter

934-2542

LutheranChrist Chapel

Gustavus Adolphus College, St. Peter933-8000

First Lutheran, ELCA1114 Traverse Road, St. Peter

934-3060

Norseland Evangelical Lutheran37777 State Hwy. 22

in Norseland246-5312

Our Savior’s Lutheran ELCA305 S. Sixth St., Cleveland

931-1564

St. Paul’s LutheranGerman Lake

(612) 357-4462

St. Peter Evangelical LutheranWisconsin Synod

427 W. Mulberry, St. Peter931-1866

St. Peter’s Lutheran MissionHistoric Treaty Site Highways 169 & 22

(507) 519-1204

Scandian Grove Lutheran42869 Co. Rd. 52

in Norseland246-5195

Trinity Lutheran511 S. Fifth St., St. Peter

934-4786

MethodistGood Samaritan United Methodist

gathers atFirst Lutheran Church Youth Room

1114 W. Traverse RoadSt. Peter

(507)341-1760

NondenominationalFaith Bible Church

SPRTC, Bartlett Hall, St. Peter931-6268

PresbyterianFirst Presbyterian

141 South Rice Street, Kasota 931-2100

Union Presbyterian311 W. Locust St., St. Peter

934-4602

Area Churches



First Presbyterian Church

Every Sunday9:15 a.m. Worship Service10:15 a.m. Fellowship Time10:30 a.m. Sunday School (September - May)Sunday School: Age 4 - Grade 7Vacation Bible School held each summer

Church, Hall & Kitchen are available for rentals. Contact the church office.

141 S. Rice StreetP.O. Box 69Kasota, MN 56050-0069Phone/Fax: 507-931-2100Email: [email protected]

Trinity Lutheran Church - ELCA511 S Fifth StreetSaint Peter MN 56082Church #: 507-934-4786FAX#: 507-934-4562Email: [email protected]: www.trinitystpeter.org

WORSHIP SERVICE TIMES:Labor Day to Memorial Day: 8:00 AM, 9:30 AM, & 10:45 AM

Memorial Day to Labor Day: 8:00 AM & 9:30 AMHoly Communion served the 1st & 3rd Sundays – Everyone welcome!

Church of St. Peter (Catholic)

1801 West Broadway, PO Box 522 • St. Peter, MN • (507) 931-1628

Mass Times:Saturday - 4:00 p.m. (Oct. - March) 5:00 p.m. (April - Sept.)

Sunday - 10:00 a.m.

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St. Peter Thrift Store401 S. Minnesota Ave. • St. Peter • (507) 931-9150

John Ireland School K-6 (507) 931-2810

Mass Times:

September - May: 8:15 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.Fellowship - 9:15 a.m.Education - 9:30 a.m.

Summer Worship - 9 a.m.

Trinity Lutheran Church -



Gustavus Adolphus College plays a big role in St. Peter and the surrounding community. From providing one of the best

private, liberal arts educations in the Midwest to providing jobs and events for the people of south central Minnesota, Gustavus is a treasure to the area.

Founded in 1862, Gustavus is known for its quality education and arts programs. Locally, the college, which overlooks St. Peter, is also known for its many additional o� erings for area residents.

Gustavus is a private, co-educational liberal arts college af-� liated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America. Nearly 2,500 students attend the college.

Students earn bachelor of arts degrees with approximately 65 di� erent majors.

Gustavus o� ers a wide variety of organizations and activities for students, including music ensembles, campus media and

theater. The college also hosts many academic conferences, in-cluding the annual fall Nobel Conference, which attracts thou-sands of scholars and visitors to the campus.

Its landmark, Christ Chapel, plays host to cultural events throughout the year — many of which are open to the public — including the very popular “Christmas in Christ Chapel,” which rings in the holiday season each December.

The campus also hosts many athletic events throughout the year. The Lund Center involves nearly 85 percent of the student body with varsity, intramural and personal � tness programs. The college is part of the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Confer-ence, and is a� liated with the NCAA Division III.

Some Gustavus athletic facilities are open to the public. The Swanson Tennis Center, a domed indoor tennis facility, o� ers memberships for juniors, adults and families.

Gustavus Adolphus College:Part of the community since 1876

Gustavus Adolphus College historic Old Main building. The college hosts the Nobel Conference each year, and it draws people from all over the world.

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The St. Peter Public Library, a 16,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility. More than 18,000 items are available for viewing and checkout.

Visit the Community CenterThe St. Peter Community Center is a gathering place for peo-

ple of all ages.Everyone is invited and encouraged to stop in and take a look.The gym is available for a wide variety of sports and activities.Free open gym is o� ered nearly every day of the week. A walk-

ing track is open to the public during community center hours, which are generally early in the morning to late at night.

The 90,000 square foot community center was built at a cost of about $11 million.

Replacing the community center that was destroyed in the March 1998 tornado, construction on the new community cen-ter began in the fall of 2000. The building opened in summer of 2002.

The center also houses a senior center, community education rooms, a day care, a youth center and several public and private o� ces. School board and city council meetings are held in the Governor’s Room.

Connected to the center is the St. Peter Public Library, a 16,000 square foot state of the art facility. More than 18,000 items are available for viewing and checkout. The library hosts programs year round for readers of all ages.

Adjacent to the community center and library is Gorman Park, which is home to the $100,000 community built TREEmendous Playground. The Community Center and the St. Peter Public Library provide

entertainment and resources to people of all ages.



History � nds a home at theTreaty Site History Center

With over 10,000 visitors each year, the state-of-the-art historical museum located on Highway 169, north of St. Peter, features

three exhibit rooms to display the rich and intriguing history of Nicollet County.

New exhibits tell the stories of the relationships between the Dakota people and the white settlers, and stories of Nicollet County agriculture and commerce. New exhibits are created periodically. The museum shop features a variety of memorabilia, including local and related his-tory books for adults and children, as well as 19th century craft items such as Indian arrows and tomahawks, made by Minnesota crafters.

Extensive archives also provide visitors with information about the historical heritage of the area. The archives contain manuscripts, family histories, photographs, church and cemetery records, obituary � les and micro� lmed newspapers from Nicollet County. There are also maps and several publications that may be helpful to researchers and genealogists.

Tours may be arranged by calling the Nicollet County Historical So-ciety at (507) 934-2160. Admission is free for members of the Minne-

sota Historical Society, $5 for adults; $3 for students 6-17, $4 seniors & children 5 and under free. A $6 combination pass to the Treaty Site and the Cox House is available.

The modern building is truly a sight to behold with Kasota stone facades and skylights in the lobby. A color theme has been chosen to tie the history and decor together. Native plants from the 1850s, includ-ing prairie grass and wild � owers, surround the outside of the building.

A paved patio area displaying sponsorship bricks is located on the west end of the building.

The Treaty Site HistoryCenter is open

Monday-Saturday,10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

and Sunday,1 p.m. to 4 p.m.




Historic Cox house a Victorian treasureThe 1871 E. St. Julien

Cox House, located at 500 N. Washington Ave., is an

excellent example of Gothic Italianate architecture

in Minnesota. The fully restored home is furnished in late Victorian, and tours

are given by costumed guides.

As the home of St. Peter’s � rst mayor, and later state senator, it was the center

of social activity for the prospering riverside town.

Today the home provides a colorful backdrop to

programs, social events, weddings, the Victorian

Christmas at the Cox House, old-fashioned perennial

plant sales, garden parties and group tours.

For more information about the Cox House,

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Historical buildings abundant in St. PeterBorneman House - 125 N. Minnesota Ave.

Carnegie Library (Bungum Realty) - 429 South Minnesota Ave.Donahower House (Donahower House Bed & Breakfast) - 720 S. Minnesota Ave.

Episcopal Church of the Holy Communion - 118 N. Minnesota Ave.First National Bank (Godfather’s Pizza) - 225 S. Minnesota Ave.

Henry Swift House - 820 S. Minnesota Ave.John A. Johnson House - 418 N. Third St.

Konsbruck Hotel - 412 S. Third St.Miller Meat Market (St. Peter Herald) - 311 South Minnesota Ave.

Nicollet County Government Center - 501 S. Minnesota Ave.Nicollet County Bank (Erbert & Gerbert’s) - 224 S. Minnesota Ave.

Nicollet Hotel - 120 S. Minnesota Ave.Montgomery House - 408 S. Washington Ave.

Old Main - Gustavus Adolphus College, 800 W. College Ave.Schumacher House - 202 N. Third St.

Union Presbyterian Church - 311 W. Locust St.St. Peter Commercial District - Downtown St. Peter

St. Peter Regional Treatment Center Museum - Freeman DriveSeveral buildings along Highway 169 (Minnesota Avenue)

between Broadway Avenue and Grace Street in the Commercial District were added to the National Register of Historic Places in Feb. 2001.

The Saint Peter Armory and Saint Peter Carnegie Library, located on South Minnesota Avenue.



Arts Center o� ers exhibits, classes, performances and artisan gifts

Originally founded in 1979 as the Arts and Heritage Council, the Arts Center of Saint Peter was established to share and culti-vate the � ne arts through year-round exhibitions, performances, education and outreach. With the loss of Arts and Heritage Coun-cil’s historic home in the 1998 St. Peter tornado, the Arts Center re-organized and in June 2000 opened its current facility in the heart of downtown St. Peter at 315 South Minnesota Avenue.

The two-story, wheelchair-accessible Arts Center features two galleries with new exhibitions approximately every month, rang-ing from the annual Prairie Lakes Regional Arts Council/McKnight Foundation Emerging Artists Grantee show spotlighting regional artists, writers and musicians, to solo and group shows by artists of national renown, recently including Gregory Euclide and Brian Frink.

The lower gallery also serves as an intimate performance venue with seating for up to 100, including space for food and beverage service by outside vendors. Shows are eclectic, ranging from local theater groups to nationally prominent acts including New England folk musician and singer/songwriter Bill Staines, to Minnesota Music Award-winning guitarist and singer/songwriter Lonnie Knight, to nationally renowned author Nicole Helget and poet Matt Rasmussen, a National Book Award � nalist.

Classes are o� ered through Saint Peter Community and Family Education and taught by local and regional artists committed to

helping students at all levels experience and enjoy the creative process. Clay Center classes range from introductory sessions for children, teens and adults to specialized glazing, trimming and � nishing workshops for intermediate and experienced potters. Classes in the Arts Center classroom or in local artists’ studios span the fundamentals - drawing, charcoal, matting and framing and watercolor – as well as unique o� erings like monotype and relief painting, chainemaille jewelry, knitted and felted slipper socks, foam block printing and “one painting, one night” classes for adults. From � rst-time potters to full-time working artists, members and students at the Arts Center of Saint Peter experi-ence mutual support, inspiration, and a strong sense of belong-ing to a vibrant creative community.

The Arts Center and Gallery Shop are open Tuesdays through Fridays 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., and Saturdays and Sundays 1:00-5:00 p.m. The galleries are free and open to the public. The Arts Center’s exhibition and event schedule is at www.artscentersp.org. The Arts Center is on Facebook as “Arts Center of Saint Peter,” and on Twitter @ArtsCenterSP.

Artists, performers, and artisans are encouraged to visit www.artscentersp.org to complete a Call for Artists, Call for Perform-ers or Call for Gallery Consignment proposal. To speak with a sta� member, call 507-931-3630.

The Arts Center of Saint Peter is located at 315 South Minnesota Avenue. Look for the brass sculpture on the sidewalk, Mobius Strip by Paul T. Granlund.

Open studio nights in the Clay Center. World-class exhibits by national and regional artists. Painting, drawing, � ber and printmaking classes for kids and adults in the gallery classroom and local artists’ studios. Concerts, readings and plays by renowned and emerging performers. Artisan jewelry, textiles, pottery, prints and more for sale in the Gallery Shop.



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Open Tues thru Sat for lunch and dinner in January, February, March

galleriesartisan giftsclay classesstudio art classesperformancesThe Arts Center of Saint Peter is free and open Tues.-Fri. 11-6, Sat.-Sun. 1-5. Wheelchair-accessible. Downtown at 315 S. Minnesota Ave. Free parking on side streets and behind the building. 507-931-3630. www.artscentersp.org.

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Experience St. Peter

• 40 buildings on National Register• Arts Center of St. Peter • Treaty Site History Center museum• 3 antique shops• 11 campsites with electricity• 1930 bridge on National Register• Linnaeus Arboretum• 22 area churches• Historic walking tours• 17 parks• Hillstrom Museum of Arts• Municipal pool• 17.2 miles of biking/walking/hiking trails• Community center with walking track • Pedestrian-friendly historic downtown• Home of fi ve Minnesota governors• Home of the Pearly Gates of St. Peter• Kingpins Bowling Center • Shoreland Country Club (public)• Caribou Gun Club

• Natural beauty of Minnesota River Valley• Population 11,196• 16 restaurants and 3 motels• Home of Gustavus Adolphus College• Winterfest Jan. 24-Feb. 8• Polar Bear Plunge Feb. 1• St. Patrick’s Parade March 17• Key City Kennel Club Dog Show May 23-25• Ambassadors Blues June 14• Livestock June 21• Old-Fashioned Fourth of July Parade and Picnic• Freedom Fun Run July 4• Nicollet County Fair Aug. 6-10• Rock Bend Folk Festival Sept. 6-7• Auto Restorers Car Show Sept. 21• Oktoberfest Sept. 25-26• Girls Night Out Oct. 2• Halloween Fun Run Oct. 25• Christmas in Christ Chapel Dec. 5-7• Fish House Parade Dec. 6

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(Washington Ave. from Broadway Ave. south to Elm St.)

Picnic in Minnesota Square Parkbeginning at 12:00 noon with many

food vendors, kids’ activities, music, classic cars, fun for the whole family.

Fireworks at 10:00 p.m. -Nicollet County Fairgrounds. St. Peter’s Old Fashioned Fourth of July o� ers fun for all ages.

All-School Reunion Year



Rock Bend Folk Festival: a celebration

of musicA two-day celebration of southern Minneso-

ta’s arts and artists — that’s how Rock Bend Folk Festival is best described. That, and non-stop music.

Bluegrass, folk music and jazz, along with acous-tical and vocal music, can be heard throughout the annual “free” festival the � rst weekend after Labor Day.

Rock Bend showcases the talents of area art-ists and musicians in St. Peter’s historic Minnesota Square Park. Highlighting the event is an evening concert on Saturday in the park’s main pavilion.

As in past years, the event is expected to attract thousands of visitors to the park for music, arts and food. Approximately 30 arts and craft exhibitors and a variety of food vendors are expected.

This year’s event will feature musical performers for many hours each day. An open stage is planned to allow area musicians a chance to perform. A sec-ond stage features stories, songs, demonstrations and other programs for families. It’s a family day. Bring the kids, the folks, blankets and lawn chairs.

Slade Cleaves from Texas performs for a large crowd in Minnesota Square Park at Rock Bend Folk Festival.

Nicollet County Fair features family funThe tradition of the county fair is

alive and well in Nicollet County. This year’s fair, held at the fairgrounds in St. Peter, will feature a rodeo, de-molition derby, tractor pull and talent show. Admission to the fair is free. The 2013 Nicollet County Fair is celebrat-ing 142 years.

The tornado of March 1998 devas-tated the fairgrounds. Today, fairgo-ers will notice the restored barns and other buildings. Minnesota’s Sesqui-centennial farm, dating back to 1854, is located in Nicollet County. Google Tostensen farm to view the website.

Sunday is the day set aside to rec-ognize the county’s century farms.

Senior citizens will be special guests of the fair on Friday, and two outstanding seniors will be recog-nized at a special program.

Children’s Day at the fair will be Saturday, with special entertainment and reduced-price tickets for carnival rides. The fair features 4-H exhibits and demonstrations, an amateur talent show, and livestock and animal judging.Midway amusements will be provided. Bingo will be a regular feature of the fair, along with the normal assortment of food

stands across the fairgrounds. Be sure to stop in and experience the fun.

The Scrambler is a popular stop at the Nicollet County Fair.



Hearty souls leap into frigid water at the Winterfest Polar Bear Plunge.

Snow sculptures adorn the city during the February festival.

WinterfestWinterfest was created to bring local businesses and organizations together and o� er a variety of public events throughout the festival held each February. Events are as eclectic as the groups that sponsor them, from one-of-a-kind pottery � lled with homemade soup at the Arts Center, to the Nicollet County Sheri� ’s O� ce’s frigid Polar Plunge bene� ting Special Olympics.



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Parks abound with activities for all ages hether it’s softball, volleyball, swimming, picnicing or simply playing, the parks in St. Peter o� er something for everyone. An abundance of activities are available in St. Peter’s 11 parks, which are suited to anyone who enjoys being outdoors.

The Roy T. Lindenberg Memorial Pool, located on North Fourth Street between Madison Street and Chatham Street, is open all week long during the summer, June through August.

Next to the outdoor pool is Veterans’ Park, located on North Fifth Street. Located within the park are softball � elds, baseball � elds, a basketball court, hockey and ice skating rinks, tennis courts, a playground and restrooms. Several local baseball and softball teams use Veterans’ Park as their home during the sum-mer.

Located in the heart of St. Peter, Minnesota Square Park is of-ten the center of activity during the summer. The 10.5-acre park is located just o� Highway 169.

A pavilion is the centerpiece of the park, which also features a basketball court, sand volleyball court, tennis courts, picnic grills and tables, a softball � eld, a playground and restrooms.

Historic Traverse des Sioux Park is north of St. Peter along Highway 169. The park is located on the original site of the historic Traverse des Sioux crossing of the Minnesota River, frequently used by the � rst explorers and Native Americans. Along with its historical sites, the park also has hiking trails, restrooms, a river ac-cess, cross-country skiing and snowmobile trails.

The Traverse des Sioux Treaty was signed in 1851 at the site marked by the Treaty Rock (across Highway 169 on the west side).

The Nicollet County Historical Society’s Treaty Site History Cen-ter is located adjacent to the park.

Riverside Park and the Mill Pond are located on a 215-acre site along the banks of the Minnesota River. The Mill Pond, which is fed by artesian wells, is located within the park and provides ample � shing for children and senior citizens. Visitors may also feed the ducks and geese that congregate at the pond.

The park also o� ers ample hiking trails, boating in the river, o� -shore � shing, picnic facilities with grills, a sand volleyball court, biking, snowmobiling and sliding. Restroom facilities with show-ers are also available.

Camping is available in the park, with 15 campsites — 11 with electricity and 4 tent sites. Campsites are available on a � rst-come, � rst-served basis. Campers must register at the Police Department in the Municipal Building next to the park.

Gorman Park is one of St. Peter’s oldest parks and is located on South Fifth Street. The 4.9-acre park provides plenty of entertain-ment for visitors with a TREEmendous playground, picnic facilities, a shelter, grills, a softball � eld and restrooms.

Jefferson Park and Fields is the center of softball activity in the city, and is located along Je� erson Avenue on the south side of the city. The 12-acre park has four softball � elds, a playground, a concession stand and restroom facilities.

Levee Park, located on South Front Street, is home to the St. Peter Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Center. The 1.4-acre park also has a playground, picnic tables, grills and horseshoe pits. Levee Park is home to St. Peter’s Pearly Gates.

Stone’s Way Park is a 2-acre park located along South Wash-ington Avenue, and features a softball � eld, a playground, and pic-nic tables.

Ramsey Park, located along North Washington Avenue, is a 1-acre park with picnic facilities, a playground and a volleyball court.

McGill Park is a nine-acre nature park located on Church Street.

Gault Park located along Dodd Road on the northend of St. Peter, has soccer � elds, ball � elds and a playground.

Warren Park located in Standard Addition is accessible from Sunrise Drive.

Gorman Park near downtown St. Peter rests under a blanket of snow.

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1853 ~ St. Peter was Established1862 ~ Dakota Con� ict

1862 ~ Gustavus Adolphus College was Established1866 ~ St. Peter Regional Treatment Center Opened

1871 ~ First Nicollet County Fair

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