The Bluff Country ATV Club is a family-oriented group promoting safe ATV riding. We meet every 3rd Saturday at Rushford Fire Hall at 10:00 a.m. Our members hold DNR sanctioned Youth ATV Safety Trainings each year. In 2023 these trainings are: Saturday, May 3 and Saturday, May 10--both at the Rushford American Legion. We enjoy our local area trails and exploring other riding experiences around the country. Our members actively support ATVMN. Find us on Facebook.
Family fun for over 150 years, the Fillmore County Fair continues to promote agriculture and the projects of our 4-H community! The Fillmore County Fair has been a family tradition since 1858, and the Fillmore County Agriculture Society has been hosting since 1865. The Fillmore County Fair is a multi-generational event reflecting the values, culture, history, heritage and dreams of all that call Fillmore County their home.
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Genealogy Library
Rural Life Exhibits
Restored Schoolhouse
Oliver Tractor & Ag Equipment Collection
Bernard Pietenpol Aircraft & Exhibit
Open 9am-3:30pm Tuesday-Saturday. Closed Holidays.
Join the Hardwood Country Sportsmen’s Club to access the club’s rifle range, trap-shooting range, and archery range in the scenic Root River valley! Events include an annual steak fry in spring and an exclusive banquet in fall.
A fraternal society with a mission of empowering Catholic men to live their faith at home, in their parish, at work and in their community. This KOC council serves the communities of Houston and Rushford, Minnesota. Their annual Golf Tournament, held the Saturday during Rushford Days in mid-July, raises funds for the Backpack Food Programs at Rushford-Peterson Schools and Houston Schools and the Food Shelves in Rushford and Houston. To contact this council, call Dr. Gary Marcoux at the number above.
The mission of the Freemasons of MN is to engage & inspire good men, who believe in a Supreme Being, to live according to the Masonic tenets of Brotherly Love, Relief & Truth.
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Established in 1866, this nondenominational, public cemetery is located on a bluffside in South Rushford. Charles Sherwood recorded a plat of the Oakwood Cemetery with the Fillmore County Recorder in November 1870. Sherwood continued selling plots in the cemetery, and it is believed two dozen people were buried there after 1870. The cemetery was neglected for several decades. A group of citizens filed Articles of Incorporation for the Oakwood (Sherwood) Cemetery Association with the Minnesota Secretary of State on August 22, 2012 and Fillmore County Recorder on August 23, 2012. Since 2012 a board of directors has continued to revive the use of this cemetery.
Since 1969, the Root River Saddle Club continues to promote family fun and interest in all equine activities. From horse showing to trail riding, clinics to days at the movies, we get together to enjoy horses. Check out our Facebook page if you're interested in joining us.
The Rushford Historical Society preserves our heritage by restoring and displaying the memorable buildings and artifacts that represent the Rushford area's beginning. Surrounding the site of the original Historic Depot are landmark buildings—jailhouse, one-room school house, small chapel replica and a log home being restored with integrity and authenticity of the time it was used. Investigate and learn how our community got its start.
RASA's purpose is to entertain, inform, and educate, in order to further the appreciation of the arts in the Rushford community. RASA strives to present a variety of activities and opportunities for the community to participate in as performers and and as audience. Contact Chair Emily Paulson to learn how you can support and be part of RASA's activities and events!
The Rushford Community Foundation is a trust, a collection of endowed funds, given by individuals, organizations and businesses, to be used for the betterment of this area. Each year the board of directors grants funds to enhance the lives of our citizens in areas like wellness, tourism, recreation, the arts, post-secondary scholarship, and honoring our unique history and heritage.
Nonprofit organization that organizes Rushford Days, held in mid-July, and the Rushford Arts & Crafts Fair, held in mid-October.
Whenever a Lions Club gets together, problems get smaller and communities get better. That's because we contribute and support where help is needed – in our own communities and around the world.
The Rushford-Peterson Booster Club is a non-profit organization supporting R-P School and the community since 1992. About 90% of funds raised typically go to school activities, and 10% to community support. Donations over the years now total more than$1 million since the organization’s formation. A volunteer board of directors governs the organization and meets monthly. A membership drive and fundraisers are held each year. R-P apparel is sold at Rushford Foods.
SEMBA is a non-profit organization that promotes Bluegrass music throughout southeastern Minnesota. Attend our annual musical festivals, including two at Cushon's Peak Campground near Rushford. Find us on Facebook!
Snowmobile Club responsible for maintaining 79 miles of spectacular bluff country trails! The Southeastern Minnesota Snowmobile Trail Map can be purchased in Rushford at Kwik Trip, The Corner, Stumpy's and the Creamery. All proceeds go for trail maintenance. Find us on Facebook.
Scouting organization for the area's youth. Contact Pack Leader Tom Butterfield.
Contact Pack Leader Nicole Messenger
Organization to coordinate events in Peterson, MN
Scouting organization for the area's youth.
Christian faith-based counseling, prayer, Bible study, and natural wellness classes
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