Several teams of draft horses and teamsters will demonstrate the power and beauty of draft horses. Visitors can get up close to horses and hear from the teamsters that drive them. There will be short trolley rides and draft horse demonstrations throughout the day.
In this "make and take" program, visitors will try their hand at building a pinch pot with various tools based on prehistoric examples.
You will be able work with with natural cordage, cord wrapped stick, cord wrapped paddle, smoothing stones, and dentate and punctate stamps to shape and decorate a pot inspired by our historic examples (or make it uniquely your own).
Photography & Art at the Rock, a monthly exhibit in the lobby of the Split Rock Lighthouse Visitor Center that showcases local artists, landscape and wildlife photographers of the area.
For the month of August our featured photographer is Jackie Scherer.
Paynesville Airshow features acrobatic pilots to showcase their skills while having some fun. This is a great family friendly event with many activities for everyone to enjoy. Stop by our small town to enjoy some big attractions!
This event is hosted by the Friends of the Paynesville Airport
This annual music showcase event features performances by a variety of vintage music ensembles. Performances will take place inside the historic fort all day. Limited seating is available. Bring blankets and sun protection for sitting on the grass.
Main concert: 11:30 am at the Round Tower
Informal performances: 1:30 pm on the Parade Ground
Scheduled to appear:
Northern Minnesota Quilt Shop Hop including 9 Quilt Shops. Stop at each shop for a chance to win quilt related prizes.
Saturday, July 6 at 10pm
About the film
Three firefighters: Georgie, Patrick, and Tim must save New Orleans from a gigantic shark, can New Orleans survive?
About Midnight Mayhem
Midnight Mayhem features films that play the best after dark. Presented in the fun community experience that they were always meant to be, hosted by Chaz Kangas with special surprises, giveaways, and more throughout the night.
Today, Mendota is a quaint town with 198 souls. Time here seems to move as slowly as the Minnesota River, on the banks of which the town is situated on. Beneath this picturesque façade, resides something darker. Mendota's history is filled with mysterious murders, robberies, illegal gambling dens, and much more. Join us at the Sibley Site to learn about Mendota's dark history for the Mendota True Crime Walking Tour.
Mermaids Return to SEA LIFE!
Discover the Magical World of Mermaids
Come face-to-fin with a real mermaid during this limited time event! Watch in wonder as one swims amongst the tropical fish of Rainbow Reef, meet a mermaid on dry land, and create memories that will last a lifetime! Mermaids are making a splash at 9:30a-2:30p on Thursdays and Fridays, Sundays and Mondays from July 18 to August 9.
Special Event Tickets required - limited tickets available.
Northern Minnesota's largest quilt shop. Located between Grand Rapids and Duluth on Highway 2 .. 3 miles east of Floodwood. Huge selection of quilt fabric including exclusive designs only available here. Finished quilt samples for sale also.
