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Spring Valley

Pictorial Spring Valley, Minn., lies along the Historic Bluff Country National Scenic Byway. On the western edge of Fillmore County, this stagecoach and railroad boom town was named one of Midwest Living’s “25 Ultimate Fall Drives.” The town has a history as rich as the views.

An abundant number of Spring Valley sites are landmarks on the National Register of Historic Places. Dotting the downtown, visitors will find the elaborate 1871 Parsons Block and Hall, 1874 Commercial House Hotel, 1877 Victorian gothic-style Ephraim Steffens House, 1879 William Strong House, and the 1904 Carnegie Library, a symbol of the town’s early progress.

Art and culture also abound in Spring Valley. Just five miles north of town, the 1871 Tunnel Mill has found new life. The former gristmill, which was powered by a tunnel shortcutting a bend in the creek, is the last surviving representative of Minnesota’s milling industry in the county. Today, it’s home to a blacksmith shop and traditional iron works that offers a variety of metal working classes, character-laden gypsy wagons, occasional special event tours of area iron ore mines, and camping, even in the wagons. Each fall, the mill hosts a gathering, featuring various art and metal displays and demonstrations, as well as a wine and cheese social.

The Brave Community Theatre and Braveheart Theatre, in production for more than 40 years, is proud to be one of the oldest self-supporting community theatres in Minnesota. The troupe highlights comedy, drama, musical, and original productions, as well as Theatre for Kids.

Likely the most recognized historical draw in Spring Valley are the Laura Ingalls Wilder sites and museum, housed in the Spring Valley Historical Society Museum in the former Methodist church attended by the Wilder family in the 1890s. The collection encompasses a vast amount, including personal mementos of the family’s life. Displays of various inventors and business people who lived in Spring Valley are also on hand, including Richard Sears, of Sears & Roebuck fame; Bernard Pietenpol, the father of experimental aircraft, Dr. Henry Plummer, founder of Mayo Clinic; and more. Adjacent to the museum is the 1866 Washburn-Zittleman House Museum, featuring 12 exhibit areas, an ag complex, and History Hall.

Looking for the excitement of speed? Just outside of town, you’ll find a fantastic speedway, covering more than 60 acres. A state-of-the-art racing complex, it showcases an average of 30 events a year, some of the biggest in the country, the speedway thrills with racing on its high banked, dirt/clay track. Other amenities include 24 VIP suites, 36 VIP decks, total seating capacity up to 8,000, slingshot track dubbed “Button Buck Speedway” for younger racers, and a full-service campground.

Other lodging accommodation choices include a motel, cabins and a 500-acre village retreat containing a collection of winterized cabins and themed areas ideal for gatherings. Dining and shopping options are as varied as the rest of the town’s conveniences, like scrumptious bakery treats, saloons, the town-favorite pizza place, and a popular drive-in, complete with car hops and service with a smile.

You can enjoy bowling or visit South Park, which features a solar-heated swimming pool, picnic area with shelters, playground, basketball, tennis and volleyball courts, horseshoe pits, and ball fields. Willow Park, in the heart of downtown, boasts the Spring Valley Walking Trail and Spring Creek. Newly expanded, the trail offers 2.58 miles of walking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, or snowmobiling and the stream is prime trout water. It plays host to portions of the town’s big August celebration, Ag Days.

Bluff Country Properties Real Estate – Jeff Brogle

Business
Bluff Country Properties Real Estate – Jeff Brogle
City
Peterson
State
MN
Phone
507-577-1121
Website
bluffcountryproperties.com
Category
2023-2024, Caledonia, Canton, Chatfield, Fountain, Harmony, Houston, Lanesboro, LeRoy, Mabel, Minnesota, Peterson, Preston, Recreational, Rushford, Services, Spring Grove, Spring Valley, Whalan, Wykoff
Tags
Agriculture, Biking, Fishing, Hiking, Horses, Hunting, Realtor
Description

My name is Jeff Brogle. My family and I live on a farm near Peterson within Fillmore County, MN. I am the Founder and Owner of Bluff Country Properties Real Estate. I’m a trusted land specialist with a focus on hunting, farm, recreational, hobby farm, and rural home properties.

Chateau de Chic

Business
Chateau de Chic
Street
104-108 N Broadway Ave
City
Spring Valley
State
MN
Phone
507-346-2922
Website
www.chateaudechic.com
Category
2023-2024, Minnesota, Shopping, Spring Valley
Tags
Apparel, Gifts
Description

Shop our chic boutique clothing plus accessories. Shop the latest trends in our beautiful, newly renovated downtown building. Visit our full service salon plus spar offering! Hair, skin, nail, tan, cut, color, facials, peels, pedicures, manicures, gel color, shop moroccanoil plus other pro product.

Chic by Chateau

Business
Chic by Chateau
Street
108 N Broadway Ave
City
Spring Valley
State
MN
Phone
507-346-2922
Website
chicbychateau.com
Category
2023-2024, Minnesota, Shopping, Spring Valley
Tags
Apparel, Gifts
Description

We are an independently owned boutique offering women's clothing, accessories, home decor and gifts. There's something for every woman with the latest trends and styles for every season. No matter your style or size, you can find something unique and fashionable from our chic online catalog. We also have our brick + mortar boutique located in a beautiful, historic building downtown Spring Valley, MN.

Five Wynds Event Centre

Business
Five Wynds Event Centre
Street
1047 N Broadway Ave
City
Spring Valley
State
MN
Phone
507-259-3557
Category
2023-2024, Minnesota, Spring Valley
Tags
Event Center
Description

Performance & Event Venue.

Four Daughters Vineyard & Winery

Business
Four Daughters Vineyard & Winery
Street
78757 State Highway 16
City
Spring Valley
State
MN
Phone
507-346-7300
Website
fourdaughtersvineyard.com
Category
2023-2024, Eating & Drinking, Minnesota, Spring Valley
Tags
Event Center, Wine
Description

Minnesota's Largest Winery! Four Daughters Vineyard & Winery is a fully operational winery, cidery, restaurant and event center. Our sprawling estate includes a tasting room and large production areas, as well as a 6 acre vineyard on the property. Nestled in rural Southeastern Minnesota, the winery is now the exclusive home of Four Daughters wines, Sunflake wines and Loon Juice hard cider.

Good Earth Village

Business
Good Earth Village
City
Spring Valley
State
MN
Phone
507-346-2494
Website
www.goodearthvillage.org
Category
2023-2024, Minnesota, Recreational, Spring Valley
Tags
Faith
Description

Good Earth Village offers many day experiences and training events, summer youth camping, family programs, campground and year-round retreating.

Midwest Cruise Night – Midwest Liquidation

Business
Midwest Cruise Night – Midwest Liquidation
Street
N. Broadway Ave
City
Spring Valley
State
MN
Phone
507-754-7530
Website
midwestliquidation.com
Category
2023-2024, Minnesota, Shopping, Spring Valley
Tags
Auto, Events
Description

Thursday, August 17, 2023. Revving up an AG Days Tradition! Music, Vendors, Food and Prizes.

Ody’s Country Meats & Catering

Business
Ody’s Country Meats & Catering
Street
17643 121st Avenue
City
Spring Valley
State
MN
Phone
507-346-2579
Website
www.odyscountrymeats.com
Category
2023-2024, Minnesota, Shopping, Spring Valley
Tags
Catering, Grocery & Specialty Foods
Description

Small town meat market that is family oriented and providing services such as retail sales, catering, custom slaughtering, custom processing, and much more. Open Monday-Friday 7am to 5:30pm, Saturday 8am to 3pm. Closed Sunday.

Racks Bar & Grill

Business
Racks Bar & Grill
Street
1027 N Broadway Ave
City
Spring Valley
State
MN
Phone
507-346-1322
Website
www.racksbarandgrill.com
Category
2023-2024, Eating & Drinking, Minnesota, Spring Valley
Tags
Bar, Craft Beer
Description

Voted best fish fry and best sports bar. All you can eat fish fry Friday!

Root River Antique Historical Power Show

Business
Root River Antique Historical Power Show
City
Spring Valley
State
MN
Phone
507-254-0622
Website
rootrivershow.org
Category
2023-2024, Attractions, Minnesota, Spring Valley
Tags
Events
Description

41st Annual - July 14, 15 & 16. Member dedicated to teaching and preserving the past. Events for the entire family. Fun Filled Weekend! Featuring MM, TC, MTM, MPC | Tractors and Equipment | Hit and Miss Engines | Lots of Tractors - All branding. Contact Les.

Some Like It Hot

Business
Some Like It Hot
Street
112 N Broadway Ave
City
Spring Valley
State
MN
Phone
507-273-9460
Website
www.somelikeithotcc.com
Category
2023-2024, Eating & Drinking, Minnesota, Shopping, Spring Valley
Tags
Catering, Coffee, Event Center, Gifts
Description

Catering and desserts. Shop our marketplace! Food, coffee, decor and gifts. Beautiful venue rental!

Spring Valley

Business
Spring Valley
City
Spring Valley
State
MN
Phone
507-346-7367
Website
www.springvalley-mn.com
Category
2023-2024, Minnesota, Spring Valley
Description

Spring Valley is located on the western edge of Southeast Minnesota in Fillmore County where the prairies meet the bluffs, creating a diverse natural environment.

Spring Valley Chamber

Business
Spring Valley Chamber
City
Spring Valley
State
MN
Website
www.springvalleychamberofcommerce.com
Category
2023-2024, Minnesota, Services, Spring Valley
Tags
Organizations
Description

Spring Valley Ag Days. Music in the Park.

Spring Valley EDA

Business
Spring Valley EDA
City
Spring Valley
State
MN
Phone
507-346-7249
Website
www.springvalleyeda.org
Category
2023-2024, Minnesota, Services, Spring Valley
Tags
Organizations
Description

Business incentives through the EDA.

Stellar 181 Taphouse

Business
Stellar 181 Taphouse
Street
120 N Broadway St
City
Spring Valley
State
MN
Phone
507-922-0051
Website
Facebook Page
Category
2023-2024, Eating & Drinking, Minnesota, Spring Valley
Tags
Craft Beer
Description

20 Beer taps, signature cocktails, full dinner menu, and Sunday breakfast buffet.

Sunshine Foods – Spring Valley

Business
Sunshine Foods – Spring Valley
Street
501 N. Park Drive
City
Spring Valley
State
MN
Phone
507-346-2804
Website
www.sunshinefoodstores.com
Category
2023-2024, Minnesota, Shopping, Spring Valley
Tags
Grocery & Specialty Foods
Description

Full service grocery store

TJ’s Liquor

Business
TJ’s Liquor
City
Spring Valley
State
MN
Phone
507-346-1979
Category
2023-2024, Minnesota, Shopping, Spring Valley
Tags
Off Sale
Description

Wine. Beer. Liquor. Ice. Next to Sunshine Foods.

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Upcoming Events in Minnesota

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all-day Rhubarb Festival – Lanesboro, MN
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Tour de Pepin – Lake City, MN
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Jun
8
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all-day Rhythm by the River – Preston
Rhythm by the River – Preston
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Jun
9
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all-day Dairy Days – Adams, MN
Dairy Days – Adams, MN
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Jun
10
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all-day Lake Louise State Park Open House – LeRoy, MN
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Jun
14
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all-day Steamboat Days – Winona, MN
Steamboat Days – Winona, MN
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Jun
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all-day Art In The Park – Lanesboro, MN
Art In The Park – Lanesboro, MN
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all-day Founder’s Day Festival – Caledonia, MN
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all-day Shooting Star Trail Bike Ride – LeRoy, MN
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20
Tue
all-day Great River Shakespeare Festival – Winona, MN
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23
Fri
all-day Brownsville Days
Brownsville Days
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all-day Waterski Days – Lake City, MN
Waterski Days – Lake City, MN
Jun 23 – Jun 25 all-day
 
Jun
24
Sat
all-day Gammel Dag Fest – Peterson, MN
Gammel Dag Fest – Peterson, MN
Jun 24 all-day
 
Jun
27
Tue
all-day Music in the Park – Caledonia, MN
Music in the Park – Caledonia, MN
Jun 27 all-day
 
Jul
2
Sun
all-day July 4th Celebration – Harmony, MN
July 4th Celebration – Harmony, MN
Jul 2 – Jul 4 all-day
 
Jul
7
Fri
all-day Rose Creek Fun Days – Rose Creek, MN
Rose Creek Fun Days – Rose Creek...
Jul 7 – Jul 9 all-day
 
Jul
9
Sun
all-day Music in the Bandshell – Peterson, MN
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11
Tue
all-day Music in the Park – Caledonia, MN
Music in the Park – Caledonia, MN
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Jul
13
Thu
all-day Rhythm by the River – Preston
Rhythm by the River – Preston
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Minnesota Towns

  • Brownsville
  • Caledonia
  • Canton
  • Chatfield
  • Fountain
  • Harmony
  • Hokah
  • Houston
  • Kellogg
  • La Crescent
  • Lake City
  • Lanesboro
  • LeRoy
  • Mabel
  • Millville
  • Nodine
  • Peterson
  • Plainview
  • Preston
  • Red Wing
  • Rushford
  • Rushford Village
  • Spring Grove
  • Spring Valley
  • Wabasha
  • Whalan
  • Winona
  • Wykoff

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Minnesota Towns

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  • Chatfield
  • Fountain
  • Harmony
  • Hokah
  • Houston
  • Kellogg
  • La Crescent
  • Lake City
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  • Mabel
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  • Nodine
  • Peterson
  • Plainview
  • Preston
  • Red Wing
  • Rushford
  • Rushford Village
  • Spring Grove
  • Spring Valley
  • Wabasha
  • Whalan
  • Winona
  • Wykoff

Iowa Towns

  • Bluffton
  • Burr Oak
  • Charles City
  • Clermont
  • Cresco
  • Decorah
  • Elkader
  • Hawkeye
  • Highlandville
  • Lansing
  • Lime Springs
  • Marquette-McGregor
  • Riceville
  • Waukon

Wisconsin Towns

  • Alma
  • Galesville
  • La Crosse
  • Onalaska
  • Pepin
  • Platteville
  • Prairie du Chien
  • Stockholm
  • Warrens

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