Events
2nd & 4th Thursdays of each month @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
This group shares and critiques their writing. Meets the second and fourth Thursdays of each month. This is a community-member-led group.
DATE: Saturday, October 31, 2026
TIME: 10:00 AM–2:00 PM
LOCATION: Otter Tail County Historical Society | 1110 Lincoln Avenue West, Fergus Falls, MN
ADMISSION: $10 Ages 12 & Up | $5 Ages 5–11 | Free Ages 4 & Under
Celebrate Halloween with a magical adventure at the Otter Tail County Historical Society! The museum invites visitors of all ages to participate in a special Harry Potter-themed scavenger hunt, combining the magic of the beloved books with fascinating discoveries about real history.
Explore the museum in search of magical creatures and mysterious objects mentioned in the Harry Potter books. Along the way, discover the real-world history behind these fantastical elements with help from the museum's Muggle historians. An OTCHS Marauder's Map will guide visitors on their journey through the museum.
Costumes are welcome, so dress as your favorite witch, wizard, or magical character and enjoy a Halloween adventure filled with history, imagination, and discovery!
DATE: Tuesday, October 27, 2026
TIME: 7:00 PM
LOCATION: Centrum, Knutson Campus Center | Concordia College, Moorhead, MN
ADMISSION: Free | Open to the Public
Explore the fascinating history of one of the world's most beloved musical instruments during The History of Guitars: A Lecture Concert.
Markus Krueger of the Clay County Historical Society joins musicians Pat Lenertz and friends for an engaging presentation that brings the story of the guitar to life through words, pictures, and live music.
Combining historical insights with musical performances, this free program offers audiences an opportunity to discover how guitars have evolved and influenced music over time.
This event is free and open to the public, thanks in part to funding from Minnesota's Arts & Cultural Heritage Legacy Fund.
