Research at the Museum
Visit the Research Library
Explore historical newspapers, tax records, photographs, and detailed indexes of births, deaths, and marriages, along with audio and video recordings that bring the past to life. Open to the public with museum admission, our Research Library is a valuable resource for genealogists, historians, and anyone curious about the stories that shaped our community.
Connect With the Past
Play a role in preserving local history by submitting research requests, helping identify historical photos, and sharing your own stories. Your contributions help enrich our archives and ensure that the stories of Becker County live on for future generations.
Research Request
Let us do the research for you! Submit a request, and we’ll provide information and, if possible, copies from our archival collection.
Unidentified Photographs
Help us put names to faces! Browse our collection of unidentified photographs and see if you recognize anyone.
Tell Us Your Story
Submit your personal or family stories about living in Becker County to help preserve the unique experiences that have shaped our community.
Collin Peterson Collection
After his retirement in early 2021, former Congressman Collin C. Peterson donated his official papers, memorabilia, and furniture from his Washington D.C. office for archival and educational purposes. His desk, chair, and a sample of this collection are on display in our Research Library. Efforts to digitize the collection in its entirety are underway.
