Sacred Heart Museum

10/02/2026

Join us Sunday, October 4, at the Sacred Heart community center for catered meal at 5pm and program at 5:30pm. Native Dakota Elder Elitta Gouge has arranged an interesting presentation on the Dakota people. Advance notice is appreciated. Contact Sonja (320)212-4724 .

09/30/2026

Join us for a catered meal and interesting program on Sunday, October 4 at the Sacred Heart Community Center. Elitta Gouge, Upper Sioux Community Native Elder, will speak on "what is means to be a Dakotan."

09/18/2026

The bus trip to Pipestone is this Saturday, September 26. The coach leaves at 8 AM and returns at 6 PM. Set your GPS to 77407 145th St., Sacred Heart. This Sesquicentennial farm, known as Springdale Farm, is the home of Sonja Thune.

09/09/2026

09/07/2026

🍂 HISTORICAL TOUR TO PIPESTONE 🍂
Saturday, September 26 | 8:00 AM–6:00 PM

Join us for a day filled with history, stories, food, and beautiful fall colors as we travel to Pipestone for a special historical tour! 🚌🍁

The tour will include stops at several fascinating historic sites:

📍 Reflection Park
📍 Jeffers Petroglyphs
📍 Three Maidens Landmark
📍 Fort Pipestone
📍 Pipestone National Monument & Visitor Center
📍 Pipestone Quarry
📍 Big Pipe Statue

Enjoy a guided bus tour of historic buildings throughout Pipestone while learning about the community’s history and taking in the beautiful fall scenery.

🚌 On-board Photo Presentation
Tour guide Sonja Thune will share a special photo presentation on the bus, bringing additional stories and historical information to life throughout the journey.

🍁 History • Stories • Food • Fall Colors • Fellowship

💰 Cost: $45 per person
The cost includes the bus ride and tour/site fees.

🍽️ Lunch is on your own in Pipestone, giving you the opportunity to choose a local restaurant and enjoy time in town.

This special tour is a partnership between the Renville County Genealogical Society and the Sacred Heart Area Historical Society.

Saturday, September 26
⏰ 8:00 AM–6:00 PM
💵 $45 per person
📞 Contact Sonja Thune: 320-212-4724

Space is limited, so reserve your spot early!
Come along for a memorable day exploring the history, stories, and beauty of Pipestone amid the colors of fall! 🍂🚌

09/02/2026

08/27/2026

🌿 Join Us for a Historic Trip to Pipestone! 🌿

The Historical Society of Sacred Heart is excited to announce our upcoming historic tour to Pipestone on Saturday, September 26!

We’ll spend the day exploring the history and heritage of the Pipestone area, with several interesting stops along the way. It will be a great opportunity to learn something new, see historic places, and enjoy a day together with fellow history enthusiasts and friends.

🗓️ Date: Saturday, September 26
💰 Cost: $45 per person
📍 Destination: Pipestone
🏛️ Historic Tour: Several stops throughout the day

Whether you love local history, enjoy exploring historic places, or simply want to spend a fun day with good company, we’d love to have you join us!

Watch for more details about the stops, departure time, and how to reserve your spot. Space may be limited, so mark your calendar now!

❤️ Come along and discover the history of Pipestone with us!

08/27/2026

🎡 What a wonderful County Fair! ❤️💙

The Historical Society of Sacred Heart had a great time being part of the County Fair this year! We enjoyed sharing a little piece of Sacred Heart’s history with everyone who stopped by our booth.

Our display featured historic photographs and documents, treasured memorabilia, clothing, school and community memories, and stories from days gone by. It was especially enjoyable to visit with people, hear their memories, and see the interest in preserving our local heritage.

We truly appreciate everyone who took the time to visit our booth, look through the displays, share a story, or just stop by for a friendly conversation. Your support helps us continue preserving the history and memories that make Sacred Heart such a special community. ❤️

We look forward to seeing you again next year!

07/31/2026

The upcoming SHAHS event, "OPERETTA'S THRU THE YEARS", has been POSTPONED until next spring. Here's a picture from the 1969 operetta directed by Joseph B. Olson, Sacred Heart Public School music director.