Dodge County Historical Society is located in Mantorville, Minnesota.   It is housed in the St Johns Episcopal Church building also known as the "Hilltop Church".  The building was built in 1869 of native limestone It's first minister was Peter Ruth.  Rumor has it that our resident ghost is Sarah Ruth and is buried somewhere under the church. This building holds historical artifacts and research archives. Like many other County Historical Societies Dodge County Historical Society evolved from an organization called "Dodge County Old Settlers", organized in the 1880's.  A change to the Historical Society was proposed in the 1930's and became official in 1948.  The Society is managed by a Board Of Directors elected by the membership at each annual meeting.  Limited funding is received from Dodge County and the Society raises funds each year to maintain exhibits and artifacts and to provide funds for upkeep, repair and maintenance of the buildings.

Mantorville is a quaint hamlet, nestled in a picturesque valley along the north branch of the middle fork of the Zumbro River. A wealth of architectural heritage is preserved. The 12-block downtown area is listed in the National Register of History Places.  The historical Hubble House is a perfect place for lunch or dinner. A ten site R. V. Park is located two blocks from the Museum, specialty shops and a walking tour are all a part of this community named to the National Register of Historic Places in 1975.

Mantorville also has a active theatre that does Melodramas in the summer and regular plays in the winter. The Hubbell House is a restaurant built as a hotel in 1854 as a Stage Coach Stop.

Dodge County Historical Museum in located at the top of the hill on the west side of Highway #57 in Mantorville, Minnesota.
  
Admission is $2.00 per adult & $1.50 per Seniors - Members and children under 12 free.