Historical & Cultural Events
Winona will once again welcome the American Cruise Lines fleet of ships and thousands of passengers in 2026. The American Cruise Lines encompass four distinct boats: American Melody, American Serenade, American Symphony and the paddlewheeler American Heritage. The Mississippi River cruise liners will dock at Winona’s Levee Park 13 times this year. Visit Winona volunteers will greet the…
Sandbar Storytelling Festival, in partnership with the Winona County Historical Society (WCHS), invites the public to the third installment of the four-part Business & Immigrant Stories featuring key figures from the Bluff Country Co-op on Thursday, Aug. 13. at 7 p.m. in the WCHS Wanek Room. Each summer Sandbar Storytelling Festival partners with the…
Join the Fountain City Area Historical Society on Friday, August 14 at 6:00 PM at the Fountain City Auditorium for “Bottoms Up: A Toast to Wisconsin’s Historic Bars & Breweries” with author Jim Draeger. Enjoy a fascinating look at Wisconsin’s rich tavern and brewery history, followed by a presentation from John Schlesselman on Fountain City’s…
Winona will once again welcome the American Cruise Lines fleet of ships and thousands of passengers in 2026. The American Cruise Lines encompass four distinct boats: American Melody, American Serenade, American Symphony and the paddlewheeler American Heritage. The Mississippi River cruise liners will dock at Winona’s Levee Park 13 times this year. Visit Winona volunteers will greet the…
Merle Hanson and Joe Hughes are telling tales of Winona’s past in the Winona Public Library’s Central Exchange Room every third Thursday of the month at 4pm. Tales of Charley Goddard, Leon Bronk, Anton Pehler, the Mississippi House, Gabrych Park, and audience favorite Lena Weinberg have been told. Who knows who we will learn about…
MMAM will stay open late every third Thursday. With $5 gallery admission after 5pm, a different programming highlight each month, and Happier Hour at MMAM’s new Waterbar Cafe + Provisions, this will become your new favorite night of the month. Explore, eat, shop, play, and be inspired. Immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and creative…
Winona will once again welcome the American Cruise Lines fleet of ships and thousands of passengers in 2026. The American Cruise Lines encompass four distinct boats: American Melody, American Serenade, American Symphony and the paddlewheeler American Heritage. The Mississippi River cruise liners will dock at Winona’s Levee Park 13 times this year. Visit Winona volunteers will greet the…
Travel through time as you take a guided tour of Winona’s historic public library and learn not only its history but its architectural development. Tours are a half hour to 45-minutes and will meet outside at the base of the original entrance on 5th Street. In the case of rain, tours will meet in the…
The 2026 season of the History on the River educational cruise series brings you adventures on the Mississippi River. Hear amazing stories, learn about local history, and enjoy the beauty of the river valley aboard the Cal Fremling. Operated by Winona State University, the Cal Fremling is much more than just a boat- it’s a…
The 2026 season of the History on the River educational cruise series brings you adventures on the Mississippi River. Hear amazing stories, learn about local history, and enjoy the beauty of the river valley aboard the Cal Fremling. Operated by Winona State University, the Cal Fremling is much more than just a boat- it’s a…