Trips & Tours

Northfield Historical Society Museum

Thursday, May 18, 2023

We will arrive at the Northfield Historical Society Museum at approximately 10:15 a.m. You will have a chance to tour the museum and shop in Northfield. This museum appears as it did back on September 9, 1876 when the James-Younger Gang attempted to rob it. There are rotating exhibits on the history of the city and state along with a museum store offering souvenirs and books. Lunch will take place at The Ole Store Restaurant. Swedish meatballs with side, dessert and beverage. Depart Lakeville at 9:45 a.m. and return at 3:30 p.m. $82/members and $92/non-members. Sign up with payment by April 17.

"Murder on the Orient Express" at the Guthrie Theater

Wednesday, June 7, 2023

Arrive in downtown Minneapolis and have a light lunch at the Hen House Eatery, with soup, chicken salad sandwich, dessert and beverage. After lunch arrive at the Guthrie Theater and take a few minutes to explore public areas of the building. You can take the elevator or hop on one of the longest escalators in the Midwest for a 60-second ride to Level Four. At 12:30 p.m. you will be seated in the McGuire Proscenium Stage where you will watch Agatha Christie’s play Murder on the Orient Express – a who-done-it mystery. Depart from Lakeville at 9:30 a.m. and return at 4:30 p.m. Sign up with payment by April 3.

"Jersey Boys" at the

Chanhassen Theater

Wednesday, June 21, 2023

Phenomenal music, memorable characters and great storytelling, “Jersey Boys “follows the fascinating evolution of four blue-collar kids who became one of the greatest successes in pop-music history. Arrive at the Chanhassen Dinner Theater for lunch which includes entrée, salad, vegetable, bread, potato or rice and beverage. Guests can walk inside the theater to the gift stores if they have time after lunch. Then enjoy a matinee performance of “Jersey Boys”.

Depart from Lakeville at 10:15 a.m. and return at 5 p.m. $103/members, $113/non-members.

Sign up with payment by May 22.

Stillwater River Cruise

Wednesday, July 12, 2023

Arrive in Stillwater, the birthplace of Minnesota and board a climate controlled and fully accessible boat. Table seating is available on the first floor. Relax and enjoy the sights and sounds of the St. Croix River, you can even bring cards or other games to play. A deli luncheon including a variety of meats and cheeses, salads and dessert bars, coffee and soft drinks are included in the price. After the boat docks we will head to the St. Croix Winery to shop before we head back. Depart from Lakeville at 9:45 a.m. and return at 4 p.m.

$80/members, $90/non-members. Sign up with payment by June 12.

Munsinger Gardens &

Stearns County Museum

Thursday, July 13, 2023

Arrive at the Munsinger and Clemens Gardens, St. Cloud, nestled along the shores of the Mississippi River for a self-guided tour that will require walking. (Wear durable and comfortable footwear to walk through the gardens.) These prestigious and nationally-renowned gardens attract visitors from all over the world. Lunch will be at Coyote Moon Grille which overlooks the Territory Golf Club in St. Cloud. Enjoy an entrée, popover, salad, side dish, beverage and dessert. After lunch we will head to Stearns County History Museum and take a guided tour. You will have time to explore the two floors of gallery space at your own pace. Depart from Lakeville at 8 a.m. and return at 4:30 p.m.

$84/members, $94/non-members. Sign up with payment by June 12.