original depot housing a collection that depicts the area’s historical railroad, agricultural, industrial and resort eras.
UPCOMING EVENTS!
We are actively impacting Dickinson County and the world beyond with creative and imaginative programs, special events, interactive opportunities and more! Watch for upcoming ways to engage with our history on this page, Facebook, and Instagram.
History LIVES! Speaker Series
The "Wizard of Spirit Lake"
Thursday, September 30 7:00 pm
Dickinson County Museum
Fred Gilbert, born in Spirit Lake in 1865, became an internationally famous trap shooter with records still held today. Join John Smeltzer, local Fred Gilbert expert, as he shares about Gilbert's life through stories and photos at the Dickinson County Museum. An L.C. Smith gun, used by Fred Gilbert in competition, and other Gilbert memorabilia will be on display.
Space is limited. Please click "interested" or "going" so that we can prepare adequate seating and/or schedule an additional presentation.


Past Times Coffee and Conversation
Each Wednesday at 10:00 am
Dickinson County Museum
A Leisurely Stroll Through Time
Tuesday, August 3
5:00-7:30pm
