Things to do in Mankato
Blue Earth County Historical Society
Located at the Heritage Center the museum highlights settlement, development, history, and culture of Blue Earth County and Mankato, including hundreds of artifacts from Blue Earth County Historical Society Collection in the exhibit gallery. The archives feature a library of historical data, papers, files, photographs and books, etc., all indexed for use in family history and scholarly research. Open Tuesday - Saturday 10am - noon / 1 - 4pm. Call 507-345-5566 for more information.
415 E Cherry Street, Mankato, MN
Blue Earth County Library - Maud Hart Lovelace Collection
Many items of interest can be found here, to the fans of Betsy/Tacy children's books including large mural, original drawings, autographed collection, slide-tape presentation and many items of memorabilia; memorabilia for sale. Open year round Monday & Tuesday 10am - 8pm; Wednesday - Saturday 9am - 5pm. Call 507-387-1856 for more information.
100 Main Street E, Mankato, MN
Carnegie Art Center & Library
This exhibition gallery space displays regional artists. Exhibits change monthly and our gift shop sells the works by local and regional artists. This is the Carnegie Library that was written about in the Maud Hart Lovelace books. Exhibition season runs September - July. Gift shop is open during gallery hours. Open Wednesday, Friday & Saturday 1 - 4pm; Thursday 1 - 7pm. Call 507-625-2730 for more information.
120 Broad Street S, Mankato, MN
Earthly Remains
This antique store is open Thursday - Saturday 10am - 5pm. Call 507-388-5063 for more information.
731 South Front Street, Mankato, MN
Mankato Moon Dogs Baseball
The Northwoods League summer baseball league comprised of teams of the top college players from the Midwest and across the nation. For a complete schedule call or visit our website. Games begin at 7:05pm except where when noted and are played at Franklin Rogers Park. Call 800-657-4733 for more information.
Mankato State University Department of Theatre and Dance
Please contact us directly for more information on Theatre and Dance. Call 507-389-2118 for more information.
Mankato Symphony Orchestra
The community orchestra presents five subscription concerts from October - April, three youth concerts plus one free outdoor concert, "Rockin' in the Quarry" in June. Season runs from October 1 - June 30. Call 507-625-8880 for more information.
Minneopa State Park
Visit the picturesque Seppman Mill and hike nearly 5 miles of trails through native prairie and oak savannah. The picnic shelter near the scenic Minneopa Falls is a favorite site for weddings and family reunions. We also offer 4 miles of cross-country skiing. Open year round 8am - 10pm daily. Call 507-389-5464 for more information.
54497 Gadwall Road, Mankato, MN
Minnesota State University/Mankato
Performance opportunities vary so please visit our website for up-to-the minute information on performances at Minnesota State University. The season runs from August 27 - May 3. Call 507-389-5549 for more information.
202 Performing Arts Center, Mankato, MN
Mount Kato Ski Area
Enjoy our 19 runs, 240' vertical drop, longest run 2800', 5 quad lifts, 3 double lifts. Free adult lessons are given when renting equipment; snow tubing (height 42" & over), 2 handle tows and specially designed snow tubes. Skiing is from late November - late March. Snow tubing Fridays 5pm - 10pm; Saturday 10am - 10pm; Sunday 11am - 9:30pm. Mountain biking May – October; Skiing Monday & Tuesday & Sunday 9:30am - 9:30pm; Wednesday 9:30am - 4:30pm; Saturday 9am - 10pm; Sunday 9:30am - 9:30pm. Call 800-668-5286 for more information.
20461 Hwy 66, Mankato, MN
R. D. Hubbard House
The R. D. Hubbard House was built in 1871. This French Second Empire home has been restored to its 1905 appearance. The restoration includes turn of the century furnishings, including Tiffany lamps. The grounds contain the award winning Palmer Centennial Gardens and Carriage House with a variety of carriages and other antique vehicles. R. D. Hubbard was a prominent Mankato businessman who founded Hubbard Milling, which produced "Mother Hubbard" flour. Open Saturday & Sunday 1 – 4pm May - September weekends only or by appointment for groups year round, and for special events. Call 507-345-5566 for more information.
606 Broad Street S, Mankato, MN
Red Jacket Trail
This 13-mile trail has about 6-miles paved, from the Depot in downtown Mankato, along the riverfront out of town to the village of Rapidan. It passes over three railroad trestles, including the historic Red Jacket Trestle, 80-feet high and 550-feet long, over the Le Sueur River. From Rapidan, cyclists can follow a paved shoulder on County Road 9 to a park with a hydroelectric dam. The Red Jacket Trail connects with the Sakatah Trail via Mankato River Trail. Call 507-387-8627 for more information.