The Washington County Historical Society is excited to announce a free program on the hidden historical gems of the Twin Cities with author Julie Jo Severson on Thursday, April 27 at 7pm at the Washington County Heritage Center. The Washington County Heritage Center is located at 1862 South Greeley Street, Stillwater, MN 55082.

While blending old-world history with modern-day relevance, local author Julie Jo Severson explores hidden and legendary gems throughout the region she’s called home most of her life in her new local guidebook Oldest Twin Cities: A Guide to Historic Treasures. From a tiny, old-school magic shop tracing back to 1899 to a sacred cave tucked below 450-million-year-old bluffs, Oldest Twin Cities pays homage to enduring treasures and natural wonders in our midst. Julie Jo is also the author of Secret Twin Cities: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure, which she describes as a whimsical tour of the Twin Cities through the eyes of the unusual.

Julie Jo Severson works as a freelance journalist, editor, and personal historian helping individuals record their life stories. A fourth-generation, lifelong Minnesotan, she’s still constantly adding to her local bucket list and sneaks in mini-excursions throughout the metro whenever she has the opportunity.

The program is free to the public and guests may attend in-person or on Zoom. No reservations are required for in-person attendees. Please visit wchsmn.org/event/oldesttc for the Zoom link. For questions, contact Washington County Heritage Center Site Manager Emily Krawczewski at emily.krawczewski@wchsmn.org or 651-439-2298. The Washington County Heritage Center is open for visitors Tuesday-Saturday from 10am-4pm.

About the Washington County Historical Society 

Founded in 1934, the Washington County Historical Society is a donor-supported, nonprofit organization with more than 750 individual, family, and business members. WCHS is supported by individual gifts, memberships and earned income, and foundation grants.