Hormel Historic Home
The Hormel Historic Home was the treasured home of George A. and Lillian Hormel, now restored to early 1900's splendor and open for tours and rentals.
![]() SHOPPING
Looking for unique and historical souvenirs or gifts. Visit our online store to purchase books or music relevant to the Hormel family history. The newly published autobiography of George A. Hormel, The Open Road, is now available. |
![]() The Autism Walk is coming up. Click here to be directed to the registration site. 2018 Sponsors: Bollingberg Chiropractic, CRC, Family Eye Care, Games People Play, Holiday Inn, Mayo Clinic Health Systems, McFarland Trucking, Midtown Auto, Pizza Ranch, QPP, Rolling Green Fencing, Southbound Minnesota Rollers, Worlein Funeral Home |
EDUCATION
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JOINT FUNDRAISER
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Monday, April 9
5:30 Social, 6 p.m. Presentation Billy Sunday: Baseball Evangelist presented by author and speaker Craig Bishop. Presentation will explore the life of Billy Sunday a native Iowan born south of Ames. Raised in an orphanage, Billy eventually became nationally known as a professional baseball player, Christian minister and a friend of presidents. Sunday spent 5 weeks in Austin, MN in 1906 and encouraged many, including George A. Hormel, to publicly profess their faith. Free to members of the HHH, Mower County Historical Society, and Friends of the Library $5 for non members Snacks and cash bar available. Tuesday, April 17
10 a.m. FREE History of Austin High School, pt. 2 Presented by Wendy Larson, Retired School District Employee, who will focus on the era of 1915-1935. Wendy will discuss the realities of student life as well as other interesting events of the time frame. |
Gerard Academy and the Hormel Historic Home are celebrating their shared Hormel family history.
Enjoy a fine dining experience featuring a Filet Mignon dinner and dessert bar reminiscent of Geordie Hormel's famed King's Wood Hotel and Restaurant. Open from 1958 to 1962, Kings's Wood was known throughout the region for its excellence in quality and luxury. Geordie Hormel often entertained with his musical talent. Full event details available here. $35 per person. Tickets available now. |
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