Museums

 GIANT Museum
113 South Nicollet Street
Largest collection of Jolly Green Giant memorabilia in the world.  History of canning factory in Blue Earth.  Coming Soon- Canning Machinery and plant artifacts.

 

 

 

Etta C. Ross Museum
324 East Sixth Street
The Etta C. Ross Memorial Library was built as a memorial to the wife of William E. C. Ross, a Blue Earth banker. Used as a library until 1985, the building now houses historical artifacts, genealogical records, and records of Faribault County.

 

 

James B. Wakefield House
405 East Sixth Street
This historical home was built in 1868 by James B. Wakefield, one of Blue Earth’s original founders, a principal organizer of Faribault County and a state politician. The Wakefield House is now the County Historical Museum and serves as a visible reminder the founding of Faribault County. For appointments or tours call 507-526-5421.