The Rock County Historical Society was originally formed in 1930 to collect artifacts and information on the history of Rock County. Having noplace for the collection of historical artifacts, they were displayed in business windows. In 1959, the Hinkly House, built in 1892, was donated to the Rock County Historical Society. The Hinkly House has been restored to itsformer beauty and is open to the public. Other structures have become part of the society over the years. In 1996, the society took over ownership of the Masonic Temple to serve as the county museum. The Masonic Temple was sold backto the Masons when we purchased the former Herman Motor auto dealership and have since raised over $800,000 to remodel the building into the HISTORY CENTER. Four buildings were constructed at the Rock County fairgrounds that includes the Fitzer Barn,the One Room School, the Summer Kitchen and the Ordung Building. All of these buildings house a part of Rock County history.
- Town Luverne, MN
- County Rock County, MN
- Region Southern MN
Rock County, MN
Visit our county page and you will find information about our town and county's points of interest, festivals/events and faith community. You also will find stories about the contributions made by farmers/ranchers located throughout our county and of course you will learn about the community organizations that have built and continue to build strong communities (chambers, community groups, and departments, etc) and much more when you visit the Rock County, MN page.