Museum Makers Class: Vintage Valentines

Name: Museum Makers Class: Vintage Valentines
Start: 2026-02-11T15:00:00-06:00
End: 2026-02-11T18:00:00-06:00
Location: 160 Johnson Street, Winona, MN, United States, Minnesota 55987

Schedule

Wed Feb 11 2026 at 03:00 pm to 06:00 pm

UTC-06:00

Location

160 Johnson Street, Winona, MN, United States, Minnesota 55987 | Winona, MN

For this Museum Makers Class, stop in the History Center between 3 – 6 p.m. to create up to three vintage valentines! All supplies are included and class leaders will provide ideas, inspiration, and some history of valentines.
Valentine cards evolved from handwritten notes in the 15th century to ornate, mass-produced creations in the Victorian era, fueled by postal reforms and printing advances. Esther A. Howland become the “Mother of the American Valentine” for her 1840s commercial success in the U.S. with elaborate, laced designs.
This drop-in style class is $5 for members and $8 for the public. You can pay upon arrival. Groups are welcome, please give us a heads-up by calling 507-454- 2723 ext. 0 or 3. Open for all ages, but best for those 6 and older. Adults must accompany children.
https://winonahistory.org/event/museum-makers-class-vintage-valentines/2026-02-11/