Virginia Area Historical Society Events
Throughout the year VAHS hosts historical presentations that are open to the public. The programs normally take place on a Friday at 3:00 pm at Our Savior's Lutheran Church, located at 1111 8th Street South in Virginia.
Friday, February 2, 2024 - A Virtual School Bus Tour of Historic Schools, with local historian Janet Eichholz
November 2024 - Details to be announced
A Tea Party will be held at the Superintendent's House in early summer, 2024. Historic dress is optional. Check back for details.
Summer, 2024 - Tea Party
Reservations can be made by calling 218-741-1136 (Leave a message) or emailing us at virginiamnhistory@gmail.com
Our annual membership meeting is held on the last Friday in April. The evening includes a catered dinner, a short business meeting, and a presentation. Virginia Elks Lodge, 220 N. 5th Ave. W, Virginia, MN 55792
Friday April 26, 2024 Annual Dinner - Featuring Minescapes: Reclaiming Minnesota's Mined Lands author Pete Kero
Dinner: $30.00 with meal ($10.00 without meal) per guest*
5:00 Registration & Cocktails (Cash Bar)
5:30 Meal from MB's Little Gourmet Deli
6:30 Short Business Meeting followed by Program
Call 218-741-1136 or email virginiamnhistory@gmail.com for more information.
*RSVP with payment no later than April 19.
Fall Fest is our annual fundraiser on a Friday in late August or early September and features a picnic meal with a program or entertainment.
Friday in August or September, 2024 Annual Dinner - Join us for a Picnic and a Program - Details may change, so keep your eyes on this space!
Dinner: $ per guest*
5:00 Registration
5:30 Meal & Socializing
6:30 Program
*Reservations can be made by calling 218-741-1136 (Leave a message) or emailing us at virginiamnhistory@gmail.com RSVP at least one week prior to the event. Payment due at the door.
Friday, February 2, 2024 - A Virtual School Bus Tour of Historic Schools, with local historian Janet Eichholz
November 2024 - Details to be announced
A Tea Party will be held at the Superintendent's House in early summer, 2024. Historic dress is optional. Check back for details.
Summer, 2024 - Tea Party
Reservations can be made by calling 218-741-1136 (Leave a message) or emailing us at virginiamnhistory@gmail.com
Our annual membership meeting is held on the last Friday in April. The evening includes a catered dinner, a short business meeting, and a presentation. Virginia Elks Lodge, 220 N. 5th Ave. W, Virginia, MN 55792
Friday April 26, 2024 Annual Dinner - Featuring Minescapes: Reclaiming Minnesota's Mined Lands author Pete Kero
Dinner: $30.00 with meal ($10.00 without meal) per guest*
5:00 Registration & Cocktails (Cash Bar)
5:30 Meal from MB's Little Gourmet Deli
6:30 Short Business Meeting followed by Program
Call 218-741-1136 or email virginiamnhistory@gmail.com for more information.
*RSVP with payment no later than April 19.
Fall Fest is our annual fundraiser on a Friday in late August or early September and features a picnic meal with a program or entertainment.
Friday in August or September, 2024 Annual Dinner - Join us for a Picnic and a Program - Details may change, so keep your eyes on this space!
Dinner: $ per guest*
5:00 Registration
5:30 Meal & Socializing
6:30 Program
*Reservations can be made by calling 218-741-1136 (Leave a message) or emailing us at virginiamnhistory@gmail.com RSVP at least one week prior to the event. Payment due at the door.
Call 218-741-1136 (Leave a message) or email us at virginiamnhistory@gmail.com if you have any questions.