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Stop in!
Enjoy our weekly specials and relax
with one of your favorite drinks!
1707 North Broadway • New Ulm • 507.359.7073
Monday - Thursday 11:00-10:00pm • Friday - Saturday 11:00-10:30pm • Sunday 11:00-9:00pm
Welcome
“A LEGEND WORTH
LEARNING ABOUT!”
Welcome to New Ulm. It is our pleasure to welcome you to our City of
Charm and Tradition. We are hopeful you will find a delicious meal,
the exact product you are looking for, our Glockenspiel and Hermann
Monument or the exciting activity, historical site regardless of the
time of year.
If you are here to support your team in one of our many athletic
tournaments, we hope that you will find our venues to be first class
and all athletes to be good sports.
This fine city is also known as the “City of Festivals”. We have Bock
Fest, Fasching, Minnesota Music Hall of Fame Fundraiser, St. Patrick’s
Day Parade, and Mai Fest at Morgan Creek Winery. In June we start
our weekly Monday night “Concert in the Park” series.
This is followed by Autofest, Bavarian Blast, German-American
Day Parade, Oktoberfest, Grape Stomp, November’s Shopping
Opener, Minnesota Music Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, Parade
of Lights, and the Lighting of the city Christmas Tree. Stay for Small
Business Saturday.
In December, come view our Downtown Christmas Lights – real
garlands that have been a tradition since 1933.
Spend a day or stay overnight at one of our fine hotels or one of
our B&B’s.
All of the citizens of New Ulm look forward to
welcoming you on your first visit as well as
your many return visits. It is our hope
that each visit will provide a new and
enjoyable experience that you will want
to share with your friends.
Come visit - Germans DO have more fun!
Sincerely,
Mayor Robert J. “Bob”
& Cheryl Beussman
Mounted on the outside wall of the
Visitor Center, is a 4-foot casting of
Hermann the German’s footprint!
It is unclear where it came from, but
cast right into the base of this artifact
are the very words,
“DEUTSCHE HABEN
MEHR SPASS”
or “Germans Have More Fun!”
As the legend also indicates, by rubbing
Hermann’s footprint, you, too, will
“have more fun.”
Stop by the Visitor Center to discover
this new attraction in New Ulm and give
the staff your version of how you think
the footprint came into being. After all,
who doesn’t want to “have more fun?!
ON THE COVER
Planning a Special event? Unique
locations to wow your guests? p.48
Bring the Kids!
Cool ideas for family fun! p. 32-39
Get your fill & fill your bags! p. 42-43
Are you a history buff? Visit historic spots
in Southern Minnesota p. 11-15
COVER DESIGNED BY |
Matt Irwin
Please note that we have parking restrictions.
Please look for the signs.
2016 | NEW ULM VISITOR GUIDE
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Contents
INDEX OF INTERESTS
Accommodations …………………………Pages 50-51
Activities………………………………………Pages 32-39
Attractions ……………………………………Pages 6-16
Calendar of Events ………………………………Page 5
Camping ………………………………………Page 50-51
Christmas ……………………………………Pages 24-25
Churches and Schools ……………………Pages 53-54
Dining …………………………………………Pages 44-45
Festivals…………………………………………Page 17-25
History …………………………………………Pages 11-15
Itinerary Suggestions ………………………Pages 26-27
Map of New Ulm ……………………………Pages 30-31
Meeting Facilities ………………………………Pages 48
Nightlife ……………………………………………Page 46
Shopping ……………………………………Pages 42-43
SOCIAL MEDIA | follow us on Social Media!
WILLKOMMEN! Our full-service Visitor Center invites
you to begin your visit in our welcoming home. We
feature ample restrooms, table and chairs to sit
awhile, coffee and cookies to refresh you, and a
friendly, knowledgeable staff to get you started.
WALKING TOUR BROCHURE Our full-color brochure
gives you a great tool for discovering New Ulm’s historic past. It concentrates on the downtown area and
gives an overview of New Ulm’s history with historic
photos and descriptions of 27 sites.
“AFTER-HOURS” VISITOR CENTER Don’t worry if you
arrive late; we’re still ready for you! There is also a storage box with Visitor Guides and Walking Tour
Brochures in front of our centrally located building.
GROUP TOUR INFORMATION We have an award-winning Step-On-Guide program for group tours. Singleor multi-day itineraries have been developed that will
be sure to please your groups. Our experienced travel
planner can help get your custom itinerary planned.
Call 1-888-463-9856 to begin this process.
@newulm
IF YOU NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT
NEW ULM, PLEASE CONTACT THE CHAMBER OFFICE.
@newulm
Location: 1 N. Minnesota Street, P.O. Box 384,
New Ulm, MN 56073
@newulm_mn
Telephone and Fax: Local: (507)-233-4300
Toll-free: (888)-463-9856 • Fax: (507)-354-1504
@NewUlmMinnesota
@newulm
Visit our mobile website for
Eat • Stay • Shop • Play ideas!
www.newulm.com
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E-mail: chamber@newulm.com
On the Web: www.newulm.com
Check out our award-winning videos
on the website...www.GermansHaveMoreFun.com
LET “HERMANN THE GERMAN” BE YOUR HOST AS YOU
DISCOVER THE FUN THAT AWAITS YOU IN NEW ULM!
PHOTO BY | Don Borstad
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New Ulm 2016 Calendar
FEBRUARY
Fasching …………………………………………………………………………………Feb 6
Bock Fest at Schell’s Brewery ………………………………………………………Feb 6
Parade of Bands ………………………………………………………………………Feb 7
I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change - Valentine Musical Comedy
at State Street Theater …………………………………………………………Feb 12-13
Lion’s Club Dad’s Belgian Waffle Brunch ………………………………………Feb 28
•
MARCH
Welcome To The Party Newcomers Event ……………………………………Mar 3
Figure Skating Club Ice Show……………………………………………………Mar 4-5
#ShopNewUlm Event ………………………………………………………………Mar 10
Farm Show …………………………………………………………………………Mar 11-12
Black Powder Trade Show ……………………………………………………Mar 12-13
Irish Tea & Luncheon/Village Market Craft Fair ………………………………Mar 12
St. Patrick’s Day Parade ……………………………………………………………Mar 17
Joe’s Camper & Outdoor Show ………………………………………………Mar 17-20
Prairie Piecemakers Quilt Show ………………………………………………Mar 18-19
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APRIL
•
MAY
•
JUNE
•
JULY
New Ulm’s Home and Health Show ……………………………………………Apr 1-3
City-wide Indoor Garage Sale ………………………………………………………Apr 9
#ShopNewUlm Event ………………………………………………………………Apr 14
Spring Boutique Week …………………………………………………………Apr 14-16
The Glass Menagerie Spring Drama at State Street Theater……………Apr 15-17
The Circus Comes to Town! ………………………………………………………Apr 22
Cocktails at the Governor’s – Lind House Fundraiser ………………………Apr 29
Turner Hall Gala Fundraiser ………………………………………………………Apr 30
Mai Fest at Morgan Creek Vineyards ……………………………………………May 7
New Ulm Car Hop & Shop …………………………………………………………May 12
Bacchus Fest/Spring Wine Release at Morgan Creek Vineyards…………May 21
Flying Dutchmen Motorcycle Club Motorcycle &
ATV Flat Track Races……………………………………………………………May 21-22
Community-Wide Garage Sale…………………………………………………June 3-4
Motorcycle Road Run at Flying Dutchmen Motorcycle Club ……………June 5
New Ulm Car Hop & Shop …………………………………………………………June 9
New Ulm Golf Invitational ……………………………………………………June 10-12
Autofest – Car Show ………………………………………………………………June 26
Patriotic Day at Turner Hall …………………………………………………………July 4
New Ulm Car Hop & Shop …………………………………………………………July 14
Crazy Days …………………………………………………………………………July 15-16
Bavarian Blast ……………………………………………………………………July 15-17
German Winefest at Morgan Creek Vineyards ……………………………July 15-17
B&L Golf Classic …………………………………………………………………July 24-25
Kiss Me, Kate Summer Musical at State Street Theater ………………July 28-31
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AUGUST
•
SEPTEMBER
•
OCTOBER
•
NOVEMBER
•
DECEMBER
Brown County Free Fair ………………………Aug 10-14
New Ulm Car Hop & Shop…………………………Aug 11
Newsies, Children’s Theatre Workshop
at State Street Theater ………………………Aug 12-14
US-Dakota War Commemoration …………Aug 15-21
Flying Dutchmen Motorcycle Club
Motorcycle & ATV Hill Climb ……………………Aug 28
Schell’s Bottle Cap Golf Open ………………Aug 28-29
New Ulm Car Hop & Shop ………………………Sept 8
Pitchfork Fondue – Lind House Fundraiser ……Sept 9
HermannFest ………………………………………Sept 10
Lion’s Club Fly-In Breakfast ………………………Sept 11
Modenschau Fashion Show ……………………Sept 16
Night at the Museum Gala Fundraiser…………Sept 17
Motorcycle & ATV Flat Track Races ………Sept 17-18
Cambria Crush Grape Stomp at
Morgan Creek Vineyards ……………………………Oct 1
New Ulm Area Wedding Show……………………Oct 2
Pumpkinfest …………………………………………Oct 2
Oktoberfest …………………………………Oct 7-8/14-15
#ShopNewUlm Event………………………………Oct 13
MEA (Education MN – no school state-wide)
Visit us! ……………………………………………Oct 20-21
World Concertina Congress &
Hall of Fame Induction ……………………………Oct 29
Haunted School ……………………Oct 21-22, 28-29, 31
Turner Haunt ……………………………………Oct 28-31
MN Music Hall of Fame Induction ………………Nov 4
Showcase of Hall of Fame Musicians ……………Nov 5
Holiday Shopping Opener ………………Nov 4-6/11-13
“Wine Diva Days” at Morgan Creek
Vineyards……………………………………………Nov 4-6
GnomeMade Market ……………………………Nov 4-6
Women’s Expo ………………………………………Nov 5
#ShopNewUlm Event ……………………………Nov 10
Christmas Candelight Winetasting
at Morgan Creek Vineyards………………………Nov 18
Parade of Lights Downtown ……………………Nov 25
Small Business Saturday …………………………Nov 26
Holiday Open House at Morgan Creek
Vineyards ……………………………………………Dec 3-4
#ShopNewUlmEvent ………………………………Dec 8
Christmas Luminaries at Schell’s
Brewery …………………………………………Dec 24-25
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GERMAN
HERITAGE
NEW ULM’S
AMBASSADORS
Founded in 1931 and dubbed
New Ulm’s “Ambassadors of
Good Will,” the Concord Singers
began as a group of men united
in the love of song and have performed in several foreign lands
and widely across America. They
have appeared many times on
radio and TV and have several
CDs available. Their repertoire of
“Festive German Music” will
please you when you’re in New
Ulm; consider hiring them for
your next festival!
www.concordsingers.com
507-354-8850
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GLOCKENSPIEL | Schonlau Park Minnesota Street and 4th North Street
New Ulm was founded by two groups of German immigrants in 1854,
both looking to create a “utopian German community on the American
wilderness.” The community still holds on to its German heritage today!
Located downtown, the 45-foot-tall Glockenspiel’s bells can be heard
chiming throughout the day and playing programmed pieces at noon, 3
PM and 5 PM. The Glockenspiel houses 37 bells with a total weight of
more than two tons. Twelve figurines depicting characters from the
city’s history rotate on a circulating stage during performances. From
Thanksgiving to early January, the figurines of a three-piece polka band
that stand directly below one of the clock faces are replaced with a
nativity scene. It is one of the few free-standing carillons of its size in the
world. Hours: Noon, 3 & 5 PM daily; plus 10:30 AM, 1 PM during festivals.
When German settlers founded New Ulm, they used a stately oak tree
that still stands at 3rd South and German Streets as the reference point
for the town plat. One hundred and fifty years later, the town’s residents
celebrated New Ulm’s anniversary with a different type of tree.
Reminiscent of those that decorate German towns, the Heritage Tree
depicts different stages of the town’s history, from a riverboat to the railroad, the New Ulm Battery and a beer wagon. A plaque explains the significance of each item. 101 South Minnesota Street
The Heinzelmannchen family
includes Hans, his wife Carolla,
their son Johann and daughter
Angelika. These gnomes, along
with Gertie the Goose and the
three Morel Mushrooms (Max,
Moritz and Metta), have become
a featured attraction at New Ulm
festivals over the years. Be sure
to be on the lookout for them,
and have your camera handy!
“The Narren” (or “The Fools,” in
German) characters have been
appearing at New Ulm and other
festivals since 1989. With their
hand-carved wooden masks and
colorful costumes, they can be
found mingling with the crowd
or leading a snake dance. Each
one of the Narren has his or her
own unique personality and
story and is often looked upon as
the relative everyone has, but
nobody wants to claim!
www.narrenofnewulm.com
narrenofnewulm@gmail.com
HERMANN
MONUMENT
PHOTO BY |
Tim Cordes
This 102-foot monument towering over New Ulm depicts
Hermann the Cherusci, the ancient hero whose army liberated Germany from Roman rule in 9 A.D. As German
immigrants came to the United States, the legend of
Hermann as the father of German independence and a
symbol of honor and pride came with them. In 1840, a
national “Order of the Sons of Hermann” was founded in
New York. In 1887, the Order commissioned a statue of
Hermann similar to the one in Germany - to be erected in
New Ulm. It took nearly a decade to complete the more
than 4,000-pound statue, designated by the U.S.
Congress in 2000 as a national symbol of German heritage.
Visitors may climb a staircase to the base of the statue for
a stunning, panoramic view of New Ulm and the
Minnesota River valley. The monument sits on the
grounds of Hermann Heights Park, which has playground
equipment and picnic facilities.
Call 507-359-8344 to reserve picnic shelter.
LOCATION: 14 Monument Street,
at the top of the Center Street hill
HOURS: 10AM-7PM
DATES: Saturdays and Sundays in
May and September; Daily from
Memorial Day (May 30) to Labor
Day (Sept. 5); Open Saturdays and
Sundays the first three weekends
in October
ADMISSION: $2.50 per person;
Ages 5 and under are free;
Children under 16 years of age
must be accompanied by an
adult; Monument viewing area
will close during inclement
weather.
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If you would like to witness the
tradition, experience 156 years of
fine brewing, or learn more about
Schell's Brewery, visit the brewery or check out their website at
www.schellsbrewery.com.
AUGUST SCHELL BREWING
COMPANY: 1860 Schell Road,
New Ulm, MN 56073. 800770-5020 (ph) • 507-354-5528
(ph) • 507-359-9119 (fax)
schells@schellsbrewery.com
AUGUST SCHELL
BREWING CO.
In 1860, German immigrant August Schell broke ground for the
August Schell Brewing Company and paved the way for a 156-yearold family tradition. With five generations of Schell descendants to
operate the brewery, the August Schell Brewing Company claims
the title as the second-oldest, family-owned brewery in the nation
and holds the title as the oldest brewery in Minnesota. 156 years
later, Schell's still specializes in brewing German-style lagers, the
backbone on which it was founded a century and a-half ago.
In addition to the 19+ craft beers that Schell's produces, since 2002
they have adopted Grain Belt, Grain Belt Premium Light and
Nordeast into the family. They have brewed the Grain Belt label at
Schell's Brewery for the past 14 years. This acquisition allowed
Schell's to do its part in preserving another legendary Minnesota
beer. Schell's recently expanded its operation with a sour beer facility – the Starkeller Brewery. Its Noble Star Series will be aged there
in 1936 cypress wood tanks.
Visit this majestic little brewery tucked away in the rolling hillside of
the Cottonwood River, and witness the beauty of the grounds while
experiencing the legacy and heritage of the past 156 years. Stroll the
beautiful gardens, get a glimpse of Schell's unique history in the
Museum of Brewing, and browse the 2,000-square-foot Gift Shop.
Enjoy a brewery tour and sample some of America's finest beers.
Schell's Visitor Center also features a Rathskeller Tap Room, its
architecture reminiscent of old-world, German-style Rathskellers.
When you come to visit, make sure to use the parking lot located
just below the Visitor Center.
SCHELL'S
BIER
GARTEN:
Saturday and Sunday. Hours 11 – 5
pm on both days, weather permitting. Enjoy music, wonderful
Schell's beer, root beer, brewer's
grain bread and cheese baskets!
BREWERY TOURS: Memorial Day
– Labor Day • Monday – Friday:
1:00. 2:30 & 4:00pm
•Saturdays: 12:00, 1:00, 2:00, 3:00
& 4:00 Note: NOTE: Saturday,
August 20, 2016, Schell's Park
closing at 2:00 for a private function.
•Sundays: 1:00, 2:00, 3:00 & 4:00
•Off Season: Call for tour times
•Private tours available by
appointment. They must be
booked in advance. Call the
Brewery office.
•Admission
charged.
ID's
required for tastings.
*NOTE: Tour size is limited. Tours
do sell out. Limited access to production areas.
MUSEUM OF BREWING: Open
Daily 11:00am – 5:00pm. Off
Season - Saturdays 12:005:00pm and Sundays – 12:003:00pm
BREWERY GIFT SHOP: Open Daily
11:00am – 5:00pm. The Gift Haus
has a wide variety of Schell's and
Grain Belt t-shirts, hats, glassware and much more!
MORGAN CREEK
VINEYARDS
Morgan Creek Vineyards, regional leader in the Minnesota Farm Wine Industry, produces distinctive national
award winning fine wines using environmentally and socially sustainable, agricultural business practices since
1993. Morgan Creek Vineyards is an agri-tourist culinary destination that promotes through education and
events, mutually beneficial relationships based on regionally produced food and wine. Morgan Creek
Vineyards, Minnesota’s only underground winery, is an Explore Minnesota designated Minnesota Green Route
Destination; Greater Mankato’s Best Hospitality 2008 Award Recipient; named Edible Twin Cities 2010 Local
Food Hero - Best Artisan Beverage; ranked Farm to Table “Gourmand” by Southern Minnesota SCENE magazine; featured at the 2013 & 14 Governor’s Fishing Opener Banquet; and nominated by Minneapolis WCCO as
one of the Top Ten Wineries in Minnesota.
VISIT: April - December No reservations. Private Event
Venues, Tours, and Wine tasting available for groups
by reservation.
TASTE: Wine & Craft Beer Tastings all day Thursday Sunday. 5.00/person. Grapes & Grains New Ulm - A
Private Wine & Craft Beer Tasting Event with wood
fired appetizers & pizzette for your group of 15 - 50 by
advanced reservation.
Monthly Private Wine Tasting with Wine Maker first
Saturday of the month by advance reservation.
$25.00/person wine only - (with craft beer $35.00).
Monthly private tasting first Saturday of the month
with the Wine Maker by reservation only.
TOAST: Morgan Creek Vineyards Café serving
gourmet Neapolitan style pizzette, handmade wood
fired appetizers, artisan cheese & fruit, weekly
Seasonal Chef’s Special, and organic locally grown &
produced desserts. A fine wine & craft beer pairing
menu with gourmet wood fired appetizers for lunch
or your evening visit. Group rates available.
CULTURAL DECADANCE: Morgan Creek Vineyards
Artists-in-Residence Performing Artist Series includes
classical, jazz, street opera, and tango venues featuring regional performing artists. Winedown for the
Weekend every Friday night 6:30 - 9:00 pm May October. Jazz Nite! Every Saturday night each month
May - October.
LOCATION: 23707 478th Avenue; New Ulm, MN.
56073. Located between New Ulm and Mankato off of
scenic Hwy 68. Turn south at Junction 47 drive two
miles to Co. 101 south. First farm on left, second
entrance to winery parking lot.
GIFT SHOP/TASTING ROOM HOURS: April: Saturdays
& Sundays 11 - 5 pm.; May - October: Thursday, Friday,
Saturday 11 am - 9 pm; November - December: Friday,
Saturday, & Sunday 11 am - 5 pm.
CULINARY ADVENTURES: Sunday Brunch @ the
Winery! Featuring “Eggs Benny” & Morgan Creek
Mimosas!
Annual Wine Maker’s Dinner
Say Cheese! Savor the Wine
Morgan Creek Vineyards’ NOSH NITE!
IMU Pit Oven “Farm to Fork” Wine Dinners
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★ gifts
★ home decor ★ garland
★ linen ★ battery tapers
★ candles ★ furniture
★ seasonal items & more
BREAKFAST • LUNCH • DINNER
LUNCH SPECIALS • SIGNATURE DISHES
CATERING
14 South Minnesota (next to Rodney’s)
359.1948
Thursday-Saturday 10am-4pm
Quality Eyecare in New Ulm since 1950
• Free Gate
• Free Parking
• Midway
• Exhibits
• Entertainment
AUGUST 10 -14, 2016
www.browncountyfreefair.com
Stephen P. Akre
O.D.
Gene Clark
O.D.
Rebecca A. Huisken
O.D.
Kevin W. Cassin
O.D.
Committed to quality and unsurpassed patient care.
1715 South Broadway • New Ulm
Phone: 507.354.8531 | Fax: 507.359.1124
www.akreclarkeyecare.com
OPEN 24 HOURS
1220 Westridge Road, New Ulm, MN 56073
(507) 354-2717
Tour the Historic
John Lind House
Built in 1887 by Minnesota’s 14th Govenor
Tours: $3 per person, 12 & Under Free
June, July, Aug: Wed.-Sun. 1-4pm
Sept.-Oct. 23: Fri.-Sun. 1-4pm
By Appointment rest of the year
CLOSED HOLIDAYS
Available to rent for private events
A BRIEF HISTORY
OF NEW ULM
“BATTLEFIELD OF NEW ULM” |
by Michael Eischen.
Photo Courtesy of the Brown County Historical Society
New Ulm was founded by two groups of German immigrants beginning in 1854, both looking to create a “utopian German community on the American wilderness.” Using the advice of a French fur trader, they sited their town
on the natural terraces that occurred near the confluence of the Minnesota and Cottonwood Rivers in south-central Minnesota. It is named after Ulm, a city on the Danube River in south-central Germany, and home to the tallest
church steeple in the world and the birthplace of Albert Einstein.
The biggest historical event in New Ulm’s history
happened shortly after its founding with the U.S.Dakota War of 1862, when New Ulm was attacked
twice that August. Barely surviving the fighting by the
disgruntled and ill-treated Dakota Indians, the town
was nearly destroyed and was even briefly abandoned
after the attacks. Soon after the settlers returned and
went about their business of town-building, New Ulm
survived locust infestations in the early 1870s and a
damaging tornado in 1881. The pioneers endured difficult times, indeed!
Brewing, grain milling, brick-making and cigar-making were initial businesses that thrived and with the
arrival of the railroads in 1872, New Ulm was connected
to the rest of the country in an efficient and productive
manner. The arrival of many German-Bohemians in the
1870s also contributed to civic and economic growth.
The erection of the Hermann Monument in 1897,
honoring an ancient Germanic hero, boldly proclaimed
New Ulm’s strong German heritage - although that
would come under attack twenty years later. The year
1917 was a tough year on America and New Ulm, in particular. The Turners, still a leading social force in New
Ulm, led a rally protesting America’s involvement in
World War I. Shortly afterward, the Governor removed
our Mayor, City Attorney and County Treasurer from
office for misconstrued “treasonous” speeches.
Subduing the strong German culture in New Ulm
became necessary for the next few years.
Leading New Ulm back to prominence was the
national popularity of old-time music that came from
New Ulm artists such as, Whoopee John Wilfahrt, Fezz
Fritsche and Harold Loeffelmacher. The rediscovery
and pride in New Ulm’s German heritage that came
from this period led to a promotion of New Ulm as a
tourist attraction, evidenced most noticeably by Polka
Days that began in 1953, and carried on by successor
festivals Heritagefest and Bavarian Blast.
Today, New Ulm thrives in the Minnesota River valley with diverse businesses led by Kraft Heinz
Company, 3M, large trucking industries, A.M.P.I.’s butter and dairy output, along with the N.U. Medical
Center and numerous machining businesses.
New Ulm’s setting in the valley contrasts with the
otherwise flat prairie of the region. This beauty, combined with a diverse economic structure, and a strong
“sense of place” and history, makes New Ulm a star in
Minnesota’s list of “must see” places. We invite you to
visit us and discover why we are so widely acclaimed!
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WANDA GAG
HOUSE
GOVERNOR LIND HOUSE
This stately 1887 Queen Anne-style home along
Center Street was once the home of Governor
John Lind, the 14th Governor of Minnesota and the
first Swedish-born American to serve in the U.S.
Congress. In addition to his political service to
Minnesota, he was the U.S. Ambassador to Mexico
and has been honored by the King of Sweden with
medals and decrees that are proudly displayed in
the home, along with large paintings of Mr. and
Mrs. Lind, beautiful woodwork extending to the
elaborate staircase, Victorian square grand piano
and other elegant furnishings. It has been restored
to its original beauty, including the expansive front
porch and distinctive tower. As proof of its lovely
restoration, the house is on the National Register
of Historic Buildings. The home is open for tours
and special events and can be rented for receptions and other functions.
PHOTO BY |
Mark Boettger
The childhood home of Wanda Gag, author of the still-popular children’s book “Millions of Cats,” was designed by her
father, Anton, in 1894. The Gag family came from the country
of Bohemia and were known for an unconventional lifestyle.
Anton incorporated several artistic touches in his home, such
as faux-woodwork and hand-stenciled wall borders, and had
his artist studio upstairs under his skylight. Wanda went on to
national fame with her books and artworks, and many of
them are now housed in various prestigious museums. The
Queen Anne-style home has been restored and now houses
lithographs, paintings and drawings by Wanda Gag, paintings
by Anton Gag and Flavia Gag, another of the talented children. Also, books by Wanda and Flavia are displayed. The gift
shop offers books by Wanda, about Wanda and the Gag family, T-shirts, sweatshirts, etc.
Wanda Gag House
226 North Washington | Tour Hours: Weekends May 21-Oct.
23: Sat 10am-4pm, Sun 11am-2pm. Contact for holiday hours.
Year-round by appointment | Admission: $3 per person
507-359-2632 | WandaGagHouse@gmail.com
www.wandagaghouse.org
Governor Lind House
622 Center Street | 507-354-8802
www.lindhouse.org | lindhouse@newulmtel.net
Tour Hours: June-Aug: Wed-Sun 1-4pm | Sept-Oct
23: Fri-Sun 1-4pm | Rest of the year by
appointment – closed holidays | Admission: $3
Adults, Children 12 and under free.
KIESLING HOUSE
Explore the past at The Kiesling House. Constructed
in 1861, it survived the 1862 Dakota Conflict and is
the only wood-framed house from that era remaining in Brown County. Participate in a wide variety of
experiences scheduled at different times throughout the season. Learn about early pioneer settlement, customs and traditions of area immigrants
and events, like the Dakota Conflict, that shaped
New Ulm. Examine the development of community and influence of social and political issues on area
residents. Observe reenactment of heritage trades,
chores and activities. View displays, listen to musical performances, participate in hands-on craft
activities, enjoy theatrical presentations and watch
demonstrations. Attend the special events. Shop in
the Gift Shop for unique items. Check out the
schedule to see what’s happening when you plan to
visit the Kiesling House.
Kiesing House
220 North Minnesota | 507-351-2636
www.kieslinghouse.org | Facebook
Hours: Memorial Day to Labor Day: Sat-Sun 1-4pm |
for group tours, spring, summer & fall and other
times during special events in New Ulm
Admission: $3 Adults, Children 5 and under free.
NEW ULM BATTERY
PHOTO BY |
Tim Cordes
Following the U.S-Dakota War of 1862, the Minnesota Civilian Militia Act authorized the formation of an artillery unit
by the city of New Ulm to protect against future Dakota attacks. Those attacks never came, but the Battery continued to be maintained by the city up to the present day. Today the New Ulm Battery stands as a symbol for the
city of New Ulm and is used extensively for ceremonies, dedications, parades, and educational purposes. Events
for 2016 include the St. Patrick’s Day Parade, Memorial Day Parade with horses, Bavarian Blast, HermannFest and
Parade of Lights.
New Ulm Battery
507-354-4387 • 507-276-3234 | newulmbattery@yahoo.com
TURNER HALL
This is the restaurant you
don‘t want to miss!
Whether you‘re looking for
good food or a history of
friendly faces, at Turner Hall
you‘ll find all of the above
Turner Hall was founded by
the New Ulm Turners in 1856 and is
home to the oldest bar and oldest gym in the state
of Minnesota. The Turners believed in the concept of
a sound mind and sound body and were dedicated
to physical fitness, education and gymnastics. These
beliefs continue today, as our upstairs is still used for
gymnastics instruction for children of all ages.
Our Ratskeller dining room offers history and
atmosphere in a way you won’t find elsewhere in
New Ulm. Enjoy over 70 feet of beautiful handpainted murals of Switerland, Italy and Germany
while you visit. Whether it‘s the time of year to dine
downstairs by the fire or upstairs on the deck in
town, Turner offers a diverse menu with fabulous
specials daily.
Turner Hall
102 South State | Admission Hours: Self Guided
Daily 10AM-9PM | Admission: Free | 507-354-4916
www.newulmturnerhall.org
newulmturnerclub@gmail.com
HARKIN STORE
In the late 1870s, riverboat travelers along the
Minnesota River would stop in a small hamlet
known as West Newton, home to a hotel, sawmill,
blacksmiths, livery and general store. Today, all that
remains of West Newton is the Harkin Store, the
general store that seems to have been frozen in
time along County Rd. 21 just outside New Ulm.
Stored on the shelves are fabrics, storage vessels,
chinaware, cooking utensils and medicines. As
much as 40% of the inventory is original! The store
operated from 1870 until 1901, when its post office
function was usurped by Rural Free Delivery to the
area farmers. Costumed guides host programs on
Sunday afternoons, and you can still sit on the front
porch and look out at the rolling river. It is owned by
the Minnesota Historical Society, an indication of its
historical value and importance.
Harkin Store
9 miles northwest of New Ulm on Cty. Hwy. 21
Hours: May-September - First 3 Weekends in
October: Saturday-Sunday 10am-5pm.
June through August: Tuesday-Saturday, 10am-5pm
507-354-8666 or (507) 934-2160
Admission: $5 Adults 18-64, $3 Seniors & $3 Children
6-17; FREE 5 & Under
www.mnhs.org/places/sites/hs
harkin@nchsmn.org
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Monuments
For the history buff, there is no shortage of monuments in New Ulm. The largest, of course, would be
Hermann the German (see p. 7). Here are a few more that are worth your time to seek out.
In 1856 the first GermanBohemians arrived in New Ulm.
Many of them settled near the river
along the southern boundaries of
the town, in an area that came to
be called “Goosetown” - for their
practice of keeping flocks of
geese. In 1984, an organization
developed to study their ancestors, with an effort to create a
monument to honor those same
people. The German-Bohemian
immigrant monument was erected
in 1991 to honor immigrants from
the area known at the time as
Bohemia (now the western Czech
Republic). This 7 1/2 -foot-tall
granite monument features a statue of a father, mother and child.
On the back, the parents legs are
raised to represent their love of
music and dancing, valued traditions brought from “the old country.” On stone pavers at the base of
the monument are the names of
350 German-Bohemian families
who settled in New Ulm.
Celebrating the 25th Anniversary
of the monument in May 2016!
Erected by the State of
Minnesota
in
1891,
the
Defenders Monument honors
those who defended New Ulm
during the Dakota War. The artwork at the base was created
by New Ulm artist, Anton Gag.
Originally sited at the intersection of State and Center
Streets, the monument was
moved to its present location in
1917 for safety reasons due to
the rising use of automobiles.
Walk up to the monument
(accessible from State or
Washington Streets) to see the
bas-reliefs on the base and read
the inscriptions. Tap on the
monument, and you’ll discover
that the stone-looking structure is actually made of metal!
Defenders Monument
In the median of Center Street,
between State and Washington
Streets
German-Bohemian Immigrant
Monument
German Park at Second North and
German Streets
Visit
the
German-Bohemian
Heritage
Society’s
Research
Center for information on ancestral names, a description of their
homeland and the story of immigration. The volunteers are helpful,
interested in your work, and
knowledgeable!
GBHS Research Library
1200 S. Broadway, lower level, rear
entrance | 507-359-2121 or 3592333 | Hours: First Saturday of
each month, 1:30-4 PM and second Tuesday in Apr-Oct; 6:30-8:30
PM. Open House 1st Sat in Feb.
pjeckstein@comcast.net
www.germanbohemian
heritagesociety.com
www.facebook.com/
german-bohemianheritagesociety
HISTORIC PRESERVATION
New Ulm was designated a
"Preserve America City" by the
President’s Advisory Council on
Historic Preservation in 2006.
Soon after, we received several
grants to fund work on our historic downtown, including the
creation of our 16 video podcasts, a Walking Tour guide, and
new historic markers.
The Brown County Veterans
Memorial was dedicated on
Veteran's Day, 1999. This memorial was designed by C.J.
Schmidtke and received recognition in a national trade magazine for its unique features. The
project was initiated and developed by the Brown County
Veterans Council. This memorial
was presented to Brown County
as a lasting tribute to past, present and future veterans who
honorably served in the Armed
Services of the United States of
America during periods of
peacetime and designated periods of armed conflict. By the fall
of 2014 all 2192 flat paver spaces
were designated and a memorial expansion began. By the summer of 2015, four of fourteen vertical granite panels will be set in
place. Each panel has space to
hold 144 engravings to memorialize our future service members. The panel project continues to solicit donations which
can be made in person at the
Veterans Office within the
Courthouse or by mail: Veterans
Memorial Project, PO Box 248,
New Ulm, MN 56073. Contact
the Veterans Office for information on purchasing memorial
engravings at 507-233-6636.
Brown County
Veterans Memorial
14 South State Street, on the
front yard of the Brown County
Courthouse
“May your heart always be joyful.
May your song always be sung.” –
Bob Dylan
Your visit to New Ulm would
not be complete without touring
the Minnesota Music Hall of Fame
Museum. We are adjacent to the
Library, 27 No. Broadway, New
Ulm.
The Hall of Fame, organized in
1987, was established to honor
musicians, past and present, who
have contributed significantly to
the Minnesota music scene in all
genres of music including, classical,
bluegrass, rock & roll, waltzes,
polka and others. Currently there
are over 155 inductees featured on
huge displays of pictures, artifacts,
instruments and uniforms reflecting musical history now carefully
preserved and organized.
Some of our famous inductees,
include: Whoopee John, Judy
Garland, Bob Dylan, Prince, Fezz
Fritsche and many others.
All this plus an extensive audio
tour of each inductee’s history is
included in your admission price.
Minnesota Music Hall of Fame
27 North Broadway | 507-354-7305
www.mnmusichalloffame.org
mmhf@newulmtel.net | Hours: AprNov: Wed-Sat 10am-2pm and by
appointment | for off season tours
call 507-276-5587 | Admission: $5 –
includes audio tour.
“PUTTING A FACE ON BROWN COUNTY HISTORY FOR
FUTURE GENERATIONS TO SEE AND ENJOY”
Built in 1910 as the New Ulm Post Office, this brick, German-Renaissance
style building is on the National Register of Historic Places and is one of the
city’s most architecturally distinct structures. The Brown County History
Museum’s exhibits include an expansive historical display of Brown County’s
Century Farms on the first floor. The second floor contains exhibits that rotate
often. Most notably in 2016 will be “Collections Curiosities” that will run through
May, followed by a traveling exhibit called “Fur Trade in Minnesota” that will run
through July and will make way for a 2017 World War I exhibit. The third floor
houses the award-winning exhibit, “Never Shall I Forget” which tells the story of
Brown County and the Dakota War of 1862. The research library features files
on over 5,000 Brown County families and is one of the largest research centers
in the state. The Bookstore carries a wide variety of books on city, county, and
state history. This fascinating site is much more than a beautiful building! Our
annual U.S.-Dakota War Commemoration will be held August 15- August 21,
2016. The Popcorn Wagon will be out in 2016, with extended times during
Oktoberfest. Check our website and Facebook for more dates.
Brown County Historical Society – Museum
2 North Broadway | 507-233-2616 | www.browncountyhistorymn.org
Hours: May 2 – Nov 6: Mon.-Fri. 10am-4pm, Sat. 10am-3pm; Nov 7 – May 1:
same hours, but closed on Mondays. Always closed Sundays
Admission: $5 / Members, Students & Children are Free
EXPERIENCE NATURE
The Riverside History & Nature Learning Center, housed in the old Franklin School
building at Riverside Park hosts a multitude of hands-on displays for visitors.
Riverboat information, the clamming industry, river fishing photos and information
are all readily available. The Center provides a multitude of natural history artifacts
as well—critters from the past and present at your fingertips. Children friendly!
Riverside History & Nature Learning Center
101 South Front St | Ron Bolduan, curator, 507-766-5770 or 507-354-8367
www.experiencenature.com | boldriv@newulmtel.net | Hours: Memorial Day
to Labor Day: Tues-Fri 11am-3pm, Sun 12-3pm or by appointment.
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GRAND CENTER FOR ARTS & CULTURE
The Kabaret’s modern design housed in the historic beauty of the Grand Hotel redefines what it means to be German-themed, with an atmosphere that is both interesting and fun, yet comfortably relaxed - making it the perfect place for a night out
with family and friends. The Kabaret showcases eclectic entertainment, ranging from
jazz to bluegrass to country to rock every Friday and Saturday evenings from 5 PM
until 11:30 PM. Enjoy a drink and something to eat from the wood fire oven in our adjacent restaurant.
Grand Kabaret
210 N. Minnesota St. | 507-359-9222 | grand@thegrandnewulm.com.
www.thegrandnewulm.com.
The Grand Center for Arts & Culture has created a community hub through the renovation of the Grand Hotel’s second and third floors which provides a space for local
artists, actors, and musicians to showcase their talents. This space includes a state-ofthe-art gallery, a music lesson practice room, recording studio, personal studio space,
an arts education community room, and a healing arts community room.
4 Pillars Art Gallery
210 N. Minnesota St. | 10am-4pm Monday through Friday,
and 11am-3pm on Saturdays
Religious Attractions To Explore
New Ulm’s Way of the Cross was completed in 1904 and renovated in 2004. Its 14 stations, with statues imported from Bavaria, provide a quiet, reflective walk up a gentle
incline to a chapel dedicated to the Mother of Sorrows. Entrusted to the Diocese of
New Ulm, the Way of the Cross is located on the 5th North hill, behind the New Ulm
Medical Center, and includes a nearby memorial to Father Alexander Berghold, an
instrumental priest in the 1800s who, along with Sister Flavia of the Poor Handmaids
of Jesus Christ, initiated the project.
Way of the Cross
1500 5th North, behind the Medical Center | Daily from April to October
Dedicated in April 2010, the Chapel of the Christ was built to commemorate the 150th
anniversary of the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod. Its soaring beams, fine
artistry, and musical emphasis make it a wonderful addition to the college’s mission
– preparing workers for carrying the gospel of Christ to the world. The 57 rank Schantz
organ is the perfect instrument for the chapel’s superior acoustics.
Martin Luther College Chapel
Waldheim Circle, on the MLC Campus | 507-354-8221
The present Cathedral is the third church on this location, with the other two lost to
the Dakota War in 1862 and a tornado in 1881. Begun in 1890 and not finished until
1903, it is a fine example of German Baroque architecture. People of all faiths are welcome to visit the glorious interior, originally created by local artists Alexander
Schwendinger, Christ Heller and Anton Gag. The scene in the church’s apse with God
the Father presiding over Heaven and Earth is stunning, as is the intricate main altar.
Cathedral
605 North State | 7AM-5PM daily | 507-354-4158
City of FESTIVALS
New Ulm has been known as the “City of Festivals!”
No matter the time of year, you’ll find a reason to
link arms with your neighbor and schunkel away!
FESTIVAL SCHEDULE
Bock Fest ……………………………………Feb 6
Bavarian Blast …………………………July 15-17
Fasching ……………………………………Feb 6
HermannFest ……………………………Sept 10
Maifest …………………………………… May 7
Cambria Crush ……………………………Oct 1
Bacchus Fest ……………………………May 21
Oktoberfest ………………………Oct 7-8/14-15
Autofest …………………………………June 26
VISIT NEWULM.COM FOR MORE EVENTS!
SCHELL’S BOCK FEST
Schell’s Bock Fest takes place outdoors on the grounds of Schell’s brewery. Enjoy an award-winning beer
or root beer beside a big bonfire, a few thousand friends, and live music. A highlight of the day is the Bock
Medallion Hunt, where participants use clues to find the “bocks” (a gruff and stubborn goat of winter) hidden in
the adjoining woods, to win cash and merchandise prizes.
Schell’s Bock Fest
Saturday, February 6, 2016 | Schell’s Brewery | parking around the area, shuttle or taxi drop-offs recommended
11 AM - 4:30 PM | $10 21 + I.D.s required | 507-354-5528 | www.schellsbrewery.com
SAVE THE DATE! Saturday, February 25, 2017
Fasching is held the same day as Bock Fest.
Fasching, the German celebration of Mardi Gras, was developed in the Middle Ages as the last festival allowed by the church before entering the somber season of Lent.
As part of the tradition, common people would don elaborate costumes, many of which ridiculed people in
authority.
Fasching
Saturday, Feb 6, 2016 | Best Western Plus Conference Center (2101 S Broadway) | 507-354-8850 | Music: 1:006:45pm | Parade of Costumes: 6:50pm - prizes awarded for best costume | Inside Out Band: 8pm-12am
Bock Fest Before & After Party!
Friday: Blue Ringers
Saturday Afternoon: Riverbend Dutchmen
Saturday Evening: IV Play
New Ulm Event Center
301 20th St South | 507-354-4676 | www.newulmeventcenter.com
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ST. PATRICK’S DAY
PARADE AND FAIR
You're in luck! From a parade
with bagpipers to Irish fare
and folk music, New Ulm has
everything you need for a fun
St. Patrick's Day. Join the Irish
Cultural Society of New Ulm
to celebrate 51 years of blarney and shenanigans! Even
though New Ulm has the
highest
percentage
of
German ancestry than any
other city in the United States
- on St. Patrick’s Day, everyone is Irish!
The
celebration
begins
Saturday, March 12 at the Best
Western Conference Center
with the Irish Tea and
Luncheon featuring traditional
Irish music and cuisine. Shop
for spring at the Village
Market Craft Fair, meet our
Irish roller derby lassies and
support the Goosetown Roller
Girls.
Put on your green clothes,
bring your lucky charms and
meet us downtown on March
17 to march the wrong way on
a one-way street in the oldest
consecutive running Irish
parade in Minnesota. Then
join us afterwards for a wee
bit of Irish music and fare at
the Gathering of the Clans
Banquet at Don’s Pub aka
Veigel’s Kaiserhoff. Take the
low road or the high road, just
find your way to join us!
MAIFEST
BACCHUS FEST
Wine Season Opener at
Morgan Creek Vineyards,
Saturday, May 7, 2016. Join us
to celebrate the return of the
growing cycle. Free garden
hats for everyone with a purchase! The wood oven will be
fired up to prepare the first
gourmet appetizers of the season, Swiss Raciette, Pizzette,
specialty cheeses, and wine by
the bottle or glass. We invite
you to enjoy European style
hospitality under the portico in
a beautiful vineyard setting.
Spring Wine Release at Morgan
Creek Vineyards, Saturday,
May 20, 2016. Celebrate the
return of the growing season in
Southern Minnesota by honoring
the
Morgan
Creek
Vineyards grape growers and
releasing the new Spring wine
of the season. Live music from
1-4 pm. Kick back, relax, and
salute the Minnesota grape
growers with a glass of fine
wine and gourmet appetizers
from the wood fired oven.
Stay for Jazz Nite from 6:30-9
pm. The Jim McGuire Jazz Trio
performs the first and third
Saturdays from May-October.
Tastings All day!
Spring
Boutique Week
SPRING BOUTIQUE WEEK
New Ulm is a shopping destination, full of amazing specialty shops and
unique boutiques. The 3rd Annual Spring Boutique Week, April 14-16, features a variety of events, classes & demonstrations. Visit newulm.com or
stop by the Chamber Office (1 N Minnesota St) for a full schedule of
events. The highlights of Spring Boutique Week are the Fashion Show
and the Jewelry & Accessories Brunch. The evening Fashion Show held
on Thursday highlights spring looks from favorite New Ulm boutiques!
Enjoy hors d’oeuvres & cash bar while picking out your favorite styles! The
Jewelry & Accessories Brunch, held on Saturday morning, is a great
chance to get an up-close look at the latest trends in jewelry & accessories carried by our local boutiques. All of the items are curated carefully especially for this brunch, and items can be held for you to purchase.
IF YOU GO
NEW ULM
CAR HOP & SHOP
New Ulm’s historic downtown
district is the perfect backdrop for a classic car & motorcycle show! Come to one of
the New Ulm Car Hop & Shop
Classic Car Cruise-In events,
held the second Thursday of
the month, May-Sept, from 58pm. This informal cruise-in
began in 2015 and was met
with great enthusiasm by
locals and tourists alike! Have
a classic car or bike you want
to bring? Cruise on over! No
registration
necessary!
Spectators can view the cars
and bikes, shop the unique
stores, and grab a bite to eat
at one of the many downtown
restaurants and bars!
St. Patrick’s Day Parade
AUTO FEST
This large car, motorcycle and
truck show features over 350
vehicles displayed in shimmering rows of shining metal!
The event is not judged, so
participants are welcome to
enter their vehicle whether
it's a family "driver" or detailed
custom job. Food and drink
sales and a DJ are staples of
the event; sometimes a
model car show and other
highlights such as dyno testing are offered.
Food & Beverage sales available. Model car contest, DJ,
Vendors and swap meet. Free
outdoor movie Saturday June
25th at Dusk at the Brown
County Fairgrounds.
March 17, 2016 | 5pm | Historic
Downtown New Ulm
Irish Tea & Luncheon|Village
Market Craft Fair
March 12, 2016 | Best Western
Plus Conference Center
newulmblarney.com
Spring Boutique Week
April 14-16, 2016
www.newulm.com
507-233-4300
Fashion Show
Thurs, Apr 14 | Best Western Plus
6pm Social, 7pm Runway Show
Admission: $25
Jewelry & Accessories Brunch
Sat, Apr 16 | Downtown New
Ulm | 9:30am | Admission: $25
Mai Fest
Saturday, May 7
Morgan Creek Vineyards
www.morgancreekvineyards.com
507-947-3547
Bacchus Fest
Saturday, May 20
507-947-3547
#ShopNewUlm Events
Need an excuse to come to New
Ulm for shopping? Choose one of
our #ShopNewUlm events to
explore our many specialty shops
and boutiques! The #ShopNewUlm
events are held the second Thursday
of the month in Mar-Apr and Oct-Dec
(these events become the New Ulm Car Hop &
Shop May-Sept). Every month has a different theme and reason
to get out and shop! Enjoy refreshments, shop someplace new,
replenish your wardrobe, and win fabulous prizes! Themes range
from casino (collect a card at each stop to get the best poker
hand!) to travel (get your passport stamped for a chance to win).
Visit www.newulm.com to see the full schedule of events and
participating businesses. Thank you for choosing to
#ShopNewUlm!
Mar 10, Apr 14, Oct 13, Nov 10,
Dec 8 | Shops of New Ulm
www.newulm.com
507-233-4300 | Admission: Free
New Ulm Car Hop & Shop
May 12, June 9, July 14, Aug 11,
Sept 8 | 5-8pm | Downtown New
Ulm | www.newulm.com
507-233-4300 | Admission: Free
New Ulm AutoFest
Sunday, June 26 | Brown County
Fairgrounds | 10am-3pm
800-976-2329
paul@madaymotors.com or
newulmautofest@gmail.com
Facebook | Admission: Free
Drive-In Movie
Saturday, June 25 | Brown
County Fairgrounds | Begins at
dusk | Admission: Free
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Meet me at the Dairy Queen
HOT EATS!
“COOL TREATS”
Daily Specials
served
Monday-Friday
1501 North Broadway
New Ulm • 359-9229
LUNCH BUFFET
11:00 am-3:00 pm
DINNER BUFFET
Mon-Thurs
3:00-9:00 pm
Every Friday-Saturday-Sunday
Seafood Buffet (including Crab Legs)
1702 Westridge Road, Suite 32 • New Ulm • 354-8888
Next to Wal-Mart
Hours:
Mon.-Thurs. 11 am-9 pm; Fri. & Sat. 11 am-9:30 pm;
Sun. 11:00 am-9 pm
★ Imported Gifts
from Germany
★ New Ulm Souvenirs
& Gifts
★ Speciality Foods
& Chocolates
127 North Minnesota St. • New Ulm
507-233-4287
gutentaghaus.com
LIVE
ENTERTAINMENT
Food & Drink
Fridays & Saturdays
5:00 - 11:30pm
Gallery, Recording Studio, Music Practice Room,
Community Arts Educations & Personal Art Space.
Art Gallery Hours Monday - Friday 10am-4pm • Saturday 11am-3pm
210 North Minnesota Street • New Ulm
507.359.9222
w w w. t h e g r a n d n e w u l m . c o m
• Sports Equipment • Athletic Apparel
• Shoes for all Sports
• Athletic Shoes for Everyone
NICKLASSON ATHLETIC
1217 South Broadway • New Ulm • 507-354-8586
HOURS: Mon. 8-8; Tues.-Fri. 8-5; Sat. 9-4
Additional parking behind store.www.nicklassonathletic.com
BAVARIAN BLAST
July brings Bavarian Blast to
the Brown County Fairgrounds
for a weekend-long celebration of our German heritage
and culture, July 15-17. 2016
marks the festival’s 11th year
and it will again bring together
crowd-pleasing,
energetic
bands from Europe, as well as
our own “Ambassadors of
Goodwill” – The Concord
Singers. With a variety of other
entertainers, there is a refreshing blend of entertainment for
all, including past favorite,
“Molly B.”
Enjoy the festival under huge
tents with comfortable seating
on bleachers and tables and
benches. Whet your appetite
with a variety of delicious
foods and then quench your
thirst in the beer garden with
one of New Ulm’s local brews –
August Schell beers, Morgan
Creek wines and 1919 Root
Beer.
In addition to music and food
under the festival tents, visitors will enjoy arts and crafts
displays, a 10-k or 2-mile “fun
run,” souvenir and recorded
music sales, and the famous
Grand Parade on Sunday at
12:30pm.
Saturday’s afternoon of familyfriendly contests have become
a huge hit with wiener-dog
races, a beer stein-holding
contest, a sauerkraut-eating
contest, and more.
Come early for the Pre-Fest on
Thursday night!
Transit
Authority, a Chicago tribute
band, begins at 6pm, followed
by the Fabulous Armadillos
who will play into the night!
Come enjoy the craziness! Onsite camping is available, but
book early, it fills up.
BROWN COUNTY
FREE FAIR
HERMANNFEST
The county fair tradition,
which began in Brown County
1867, continues to thrive. Our
fair brings back memories of
an old-fashioned county fair.
This year’s highlights will be
the traditional demolition derbies on Wednesday and
Saturday nights, senior citizens program, kids day activities, livestock shows, open
class, 4-H, FFA and commercial exhibits. The carnival will
be available all five days of the
fair. There will be a variety of
free entertainment in the
Entainment Hall, as well as,
the Civic Center stage. The
2016 Brown County Free Fair
will once again be hosting the
state show of the Minnesota
Gladiolus Society. Visit the
Civic Center to view hundreds
of awesome gladiola displays
on Saturday and Sunday.
Stop in and spend an hour or
spend the day! Enjoy the rides,
have some great food and a
cool beverage, visit with your
neighbors and friends, or stroll
through the climate-controlled Civic Center on the
grounds for additional exhibits
and entertainment. You can
walk right in: there’s no gate
charge, and the parking is
free, too!
IF YOU GO
Join us for a celebration at
Hermann the German! The
party is held at Hermann
Heights Park (14 Monument
St.) on Saturday, September
10 in the shadow of the 102foot monument, and below in
Harman Park (101 North
Garden St.). Dance to live
German music throughout the
day, snack on some German
and American food, and
refresh with Schell’s beer and
1919 Root Beer – on tap all day!
Festivities begin at 10 am. Be
sure you check out the event
highlights: Thunder In The
Valley by the New Ulm Battery
and New Ulm Municipal Band
(cannon shoot with 11 guns!) at
6 pm, and the Fantastic
Fireworks over the Hermann
Monument at 8:30 pm. Music
continues into the night.
Bavarian Blast
July 15-17 | Brown County Fairgrounds
Fri-Sat: 11am-12:30am,
Sun: 11am-9:30pm | 507-359-2222
www.bavarianblast.com
bavarianblast@yahoo.com
Pre-Fest
Thurs, July 14 | Brown County
Fairgrounds | 6-11pm
Brown County Free Fair
Aug 10-14 | Brown County Fairgrounds
5pm Wed – 4pm Sun | 507-794-3970
www.browncountyfreefair.com
lucy@browncountyfreefair.com
Admission: Free
HermannFest
Sat, Sept 10 | Hermann Heights Park
& Harman Park | Begins at 10am
507-233-4300
www.hermannmonument.com
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MODENSCHAU
CAMBRIA CRUSH
PUMPKINFEST
Join the shops of New Ulm for
a high-energy evening of
fashion, music and live entertainment!
Modenschau,
which means “fashion show”
in German, will feature the
latest trends and designs in
fall fashion from New Ulm’s
recognized local boutiques.
The upbeat event will take
place on Friday, September 16
at the New Ulm Event Center.
Doors open at 7pm and the
Runway show begins at
7:30pm, followed by an
Afterglow with desserts and
entertainment. A portion of
the proceeds will go to benefit a local non-profit.
Head to Morgan Creek
Vineyards the first Saturday in
October for Cambria Crush:
The Great Annual Grape
Stomp! Voted BEST Fall Event
in Southern Minnesota by
Explore Southern Minnesota!
Harvest Festival with competitive grape stomping - an honorable salute to the past
growing season! Take off your
shoes and get ready to dance!
Traditional Morris Dancers and
Rakstar Belly Dancers perform
on the winery grounds.
Dancing,
Stomping,
and
Revelry throughout the afternoon.
St. George, West Newton
Township, is a picturesque
setting for Pumpkinfest.
Located, six miles northwest
of New Ulm, it is a perfect
location for pumpkin patch
fun. Family fun festivities
include kiddie train rides, live
music, games galore, and a
bounce house. Fall produce
includes a wide variety of
pumpkins, gourds, apples, and
squash. Food is available
including a hot dog meal, cotton candy, caramel apples,
and Culver’s ice cream.
Tempting handmade items
and baked goods fill the
Country Store.
IF YOU GO
Modenschau
Fri, Sept 16 | New Ulm Event Center
Doors open at 7pm | 507-233-4300 | www.newulm.com
Cambria Crush
Sat, Oct 1 | Morgan Creek Vineyards | 12-6pm
507-947-3547 | www.morgancreekvineyards.com
martimcv@aol.com
Pumpkinfest
Sun, Oct 2 | 11am-3pm | 63105 Fort Rd|Ct Rd 5, St. George
(N Broadway to CR 13, cross the Beusmann Bridge,
continue up the hill to CR 5 and turn left, 2 miles to St. George)
507-233-0767 | www.nuacs.com | Admission: Free
35TH ANNUAL
OKTOBERFEST
COME SEE WHAT ALL
THE FUSS IS ABOUT!
Ranked among the Best
Oktoberfest Celebrations in the
Nation by USA TODAY 10Best
(2015), Tripping.com (2015), Fox
News (2015), Fodor’s Travel
(2014), and voted Best
Oktoberfest in MN by
WCCO (2014).
Downtown New Ulm
Come to one of the best Oktoberfest celebrations in the nation! This
traditional festival is modeled after one of the world’s largest celebrations,
held each year for several centuries in Munich, Germany. New Ulm’s version takes place during the first two full weekends in October, with festivities happening all over town! The main locations for Oktoberfest in
2016 are Historic Downtown, Best Western Plus, and Schell’s Brewery.
Join us in historic downtown New Ulm for an Oktoberfest celebration
in the streets both Saturdays of Oktoberfest! The Germanic-American Day
Parade kicks off the downtown festival at 11am on Saturday, October 8.
Organized by the New Ulm German-Bohemian Society, anyone who is
proud of their Germanic heritage is invited to march in the parade! The
end of the parade route flows right into the Downtown Oktoberfest celebration, with music (German music first, followed by a more contemporary band), German (and American) food, local beer (Schell’s) and wine
(Morgan Creek Vineyards), and much more! Games, horse-drawn trolley
rides, a stein-holding contest and more take place both Saturdays of
Oktoberfest. Break out your dirndls and lederhosen and come join us!
Festivities at the Best Western Plus include a full schedule of “oompah!” with performances by New Ulm’s famous Concord Singers among
other bands. The celebration kicks off with the official keg opening on
Friday evening, a tradition that is still practiced today in Germany’s
Oktoberfests. The food and music continue late into the night on both
Fridays and both Saturdays of Oktoberfest.
Saturdays, Oct 8 & 15 | 11am-5pm
intersection of Center St and
Minnesota St | 507-233-4300
www.newulm.com
info@newulm.com
Admission: Free
Germanic-American
Day Parade
Saturday, Oct 8 | 11am
Downtown New Ulm
507-354-2097
www.newulm.com
Best Western Plus
Oct 7-8 & 14-15 | Fridays:
evening, Saturdays: all day! | 2101
South Broadway | 507-359-2941
gm@greenmillnewulm.com
www.newulmoktoberfest.com
Admission charged
Schell’s Brewery
Sat, Oct 15 | 11am-4:30pm
507-354-5528
www.schellsbrewery.com
Admission charged
Schell’s Brewery knows how to throw a party, and their Schell’s
Oktoberfest celebration, held on Saturday, October 15th this year, is no
exception! Schell’s is a German Craft Beer company that was begun by
German settlers here in New Ulm in 1860, so they know what they are
doing when it comes to German festivals! Music, beer, and lederhosen
abound!
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Tis the Season to Visit
NEW ULM
Photo By |
KYLE KRENZ
Many of America’s wonderful Christmas traditions began in Germany. Christmas trees, Advent wreaths, nutcrackers, and many other traditions can be discovered in many of our attractions, homes and shops. Natural decorations have been a city tradition in New Ulm since 1925. The festive Downtown business district is completely
draped with natural evergreen boughs and lights. Real Christmas trees adorned with red bows line the sidewalk.
New Ulm is full of unique, one-of-a-kind, locally owned shops that have held on to shopping traditions of
good customer service, personal attention to shoppers, and taking time to make sure your needs are being met
while you shop in our charming city. These shops have extended shopping hours throughout the months of
November and December. Find the latest fashion at one of our many clothing boutiques. Decorate your home
for the holidays with exceptional home decor items available at our several specialty shops. Serve some homemade fudge purchased here at your holiday parties. Looking for something more traditionally German? Cuckoo
clocks or beer steins make excellent gifts!
Want to learn more about decorating your home for the holidays? Attend a holiday workshop with your girlfriends, and take home beautiful Christmas items you created! New Ulm has several holiday workshops taught
by decorating experts held throughout the season! Check out the Community Calendar at www.newulm.com
for these dates.
The hunt is on in New
Ulm in November, and
the place to be is the
Annual
Holiday
Shopping
Opener!
Always held the first
two weekends in
November
during
deer hunting opener,
“no license” is needed
for this destination event! Shopping divas make it a
tradition to kick off the shopping season here in New
Ulm. Eat, stay and play on either of the two weekends. The New Ulm Specialty Shops have joined
together for open houses, tasty treats, events and
giveaways. Kick off the shopping season at the
Holiday Shopping Opener, November 4-6 & 11-13.
Come to the
13th
Annual
New
Ulm
Women’s Expo
& Craft Fair on
S a t u r d a y ,
November 6th
from 9am-2pm!
This event feaPhoto By | KYLE KRENZ
tures
100+
tables of crafts, home businesses, wellness, and a
variety of other vendors all under one roof. Over 1500
shoppers attended last year! Check out newulm.com
or inquire at the Visitors Center (1 N Minnesota St) for
a list of vendors. Questions? 507-359-8417 or
buehling@newulm.k12.mn.us. Table rentals from this
event benefit the local ECFE Program.
Come to New Ulm and shop with your Gnomies! As one of the most popular, long-standing arts and crafts shows in Minnesota, the GnomeMade
Artisan Market celebrates over three decades of success. Shop for the
handmade and vintage at eighteen historic locations and charming artisan homes. Unique floral arrangements, expertly crafted quilts, wood
carvings, jewelry, textiles, prints, pottery, paintings and primitives – you
can even add a garden gnome to your collection! Chat with our regional
artisans and craftsmen as they display and sell their wares throughout the
weekend. GnomeMade Artisan Market is a perfect weekend getaway and
curious shopping adventure. Remember: Black Friday shopping is for
amateurs. Real women shop the GnomeMade Artisan Market.
Annually on the Friday evening after Thanksgiving, New Ulm welcomes
Santa to town with a Parade of Lights. The 28th Annual Parade of Lights will
be held on Friday, November 25th, at 6pm. Over 60 units, all decked out
with thousands of twinkling lights, makes its way through our Historic
Downtown. Children of all ages will delight in this parade! This is a great time
to check out our shops and restaurants before and after the parade. Head
to City Hall after the parade for the Official Christmas Tree lighting ceremony. Mayor Bob Beussman will lead the ceremony with some help from the
New Ulm Royalty and Santa himself! Also, be sure to stop by the Brown
County Historical Society Museum for their Holiday Open House after the
parade! Check out their new exhibit designed for the holidays! Gather your
friends and family and get in the Christmas Spirit at this annual event!
hosts a number of events
during the holiday season! Join them for Wine
Diva Days over first
weekend of the Holiday
Shopping Opener! Enjoy
wine tasting, and wood
fire appetizer menu from
the Winery Café. November chef's special and a glass of
Saint Wenceslaus! Wine Diva Wine Sale! Discount sales
throughout the gift shop all weekend!
The Annual Winemaker’s Dinner, held on Saturday,
November 12, celebrates the end of the season wine
cycle and showcases the vintages and award winning
wines of the year with an elegant dinner served at the
winery. Seating is limited, so make your reservations
early!
Make reservations also for the Christmas
Candlelight Winetasting at Morgan Creek Vineyards.
Gather ‘round the burning bowl for the last Friday
evening event of the winter season. Dress warm for
vineyard sleigh rides and head into the tasting room for
an evening of mulled wine, appetizers, holiday music,
and merriment.
Kick off your holiday season like never before with
the Morgan Creek Vineyards Holiday
Open House! Travel to New Ulm
and stay for the entire weekend of holiday festivities.
Free and open to the public, mulled wine, gift basket and year-end merchandise, and the best
wine sale of the season!
Complimentary
sleigh
rides with purchase on
Saturday from 1-4 (weather
permitting).
IF YOU GO
There’s nothing like the
holiday tradition of the
Christmas
Luminaries
Display
at
Schell’s
Brewery. Every year, the
Marti family lights luminaries on the Schell’s
Brewery grounds and
invites the public to come
stroll through the park
(1860 Schell’s Road). They are lit on Christmas Eve and
Christmas Day at 6pm.
Holiday Shopping Opener
Nov 4-6 & 11-13 | New Ulm
Shops | 507-233-4300 |
www.newulm.com |
info@newulm.com
Women’s Expo & Craft Fair
Sat, Nov 6 | 9am-2pm |
Jefferson Elementary School,
318 South Payne | 507-359-8417
buehling@newulm.k12.mn.us |
Admission: Free
Annual
Winemaker’s Dinner
Sat, Nov 12 | Morgan Creek
Vineyards | 507-947-3547 |
martimcv@aol.com
Admission charged
Christmas Candlelight
Winetasting
Fri, Nov 18 | Morgan Creek
Vineyards | 507-947-3547 |
GnomeMade Artisan Market www.morgancreekvineyards.com
martimcv@aol.com
Nov 3-6 | Thurs: 5-8pm, Fri &
Admission: $25
Sat: 8am-5:30pm, Sun: 11am3pm | various locations
www.GnomeMadeMarket.com
Holiday Open House
Wine Diva Days
Nov 4-6 | Morgan Creek
Vineyards | 507-947-3547
www.morgancreekvineyards.com |
martimcv@aol.com
Parade of Lights
Fri, Nov 25 | 6pm | Downtown
New Ulm | 507-233-4300
www.newulm.com
chamber@newulm.com
Dec 3-4 | Morgan Creek
Vineyards | 507-947-3547
martimcv@aol.com
Christmas Luminaries
Dec 24-25 | Christmas Eve:
6-10pm, Christmas Day:
6pm until they burn out!
507-354-5528
www.schellsbrewery.com
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BE YOUR OWN TOUR
GUIDE WITH THESE
ITINERARIES
Celebrate Your
German Heritage
Photo By |
CAROLYN MARTI-SMITH
Veigel’s Kaiserhoff is “The German restaurant” in
town and, in addition to their German menu items (which has many American favorites, too!), they have many
scenes of Germany and New Ulm painted on the walls. The Guten Tag Haus has many items imported from
Germany, including lots of Christmas ornaments and décor, cuckoo clocks, steins and candy. Domeier’s German
Store is a crowd-pleaser that has been in business since the 1930s and is chock full of imported goods from
Germany, including food stuffs and music. The Heritage Tree Installed for our 150th Anniversary of the founding
of town in 2004, this is very much like the “Mai baums” seen in many German cities. See it at the south end of our
downtown. Bavarian Blast is the inheritor to a German-music themed summer festival since 1953. They have
innovated as time has moved on, but all of the elements you would expect of a German-style festival are here!
Hermann Monument is a 102’ tall monument to a German hero who united the German tribes in 9 A.D. and is a
hero to the German nation. The views of the Minnesota River valley from the top are stunning! Painted in 1873 the
Turner Hall Murals were painted in the ratskeller (basement) of this old building and contain scenes of Germany,
Switzerland and Italy and are incredible! To know they were covered up for 81 years after World War I and
restored makes the story even more remarkable. Enjoy a Schells’ beer in “the most Germanic room in America!”
Glockenspiel is a 45-foot tall bell tower with mechanical figures that come out at 12/3/5pm every day. It is located at the north end of downtown and has served as a landmark since it was built in 1980. We have our version
of Oktoberfest, the universal festival the first two weekends in October with venues at the Best Western Plus,
Downtown, and Schell’s Brewery. Come “get your German on!”
Girl’s Day Out
Celebrate a special birthday or other event
with your girlfriends in New Ulm with
“uniquely female” shops, restaurants and
opportunities. From spa services to decorating workshops – let us help you make memories and give you stories to tell! Here are
some of our events that may interest you!
Shopping Opener is a long-lived event is
comprised of several different components
that include a Women’s Expo, local crafter
sales under the title of “Gnome-made
Shows,” art shows, decorating workshops,
and more. Shopping Opener is scheduled for
two weekends in early November. T h r e e
quilt shops help you take advantage of this
growing hobby. They offer supplies, classes, work space, the use of specialized tools, and host a few quilting
events during the year. To celebrate our unique shops and historic shopping district, a Boutique Week is being
organized for April 14-16, 2016. Fashion show, food and other activities! Watch www.newulm.com for more information. The Parade of Lights is an annual event that has gone on for 27 years (as of 2015) and features over 60
lighted units that go through downtown the Friday after Thanksgiving. Use it to cap off a day of holiday shopping! Bring your girlfriends and “take over” one of our two charming bed and breakfasts! Both overlook the
Minnesota River valley and are convenient to downtown’s shopping, dining and nightlife options. Other accommodation options are available. Call us at the Visitor Center (888-463-9856) for planning assistance and referrals.
Pub Crawl New Ulm Style
Beer has long been a part of German culture. In fact, today Germany is globally ranked
third in terms of per-capita beer consumption.
So take a tour around New Ulm and taste the
culture! We care about your safety, so please
drink responsibly! Start the morning with
Bloody Marys at the fabulous B&L Bar! Ask for a
chaser: the B&L has more Schell’s beer on tap
that anywhere else in the world! Next enjoy the
scenic drive out to Morgan Creek Vineyards to
sample wines from Minnesota’s only underground winery! Order a wine flight and choose
your samples from their many delicious varieties! Wine not your thing? They serve Schell’s beer too. Stop for lunch
and a pint at Turner Hall, the oldest bar in Minnesota! Head to the historic Ratskeller Bar and check out the murals
on the walls which date back to the 1870s! You can sit right next to them as you enjoy some delicious German or
American food, and a drink from this historic bar. After lunch, head to one of the most popular tourist attractions
in New Ulm: Schell’s Brewery! The tour here is not to be missed! The grounds are beautiful year-round, with a
deer park and peacocks who wander the gardens. Schell’s has been brewing German craft beer since 1860 and
the tasting after the tour is well worth the $3 price of admission! After the brewery, you may decide to take a break
(and a nap!) before continuing your adventure. That’s ok! When you’re refreshed, get ready for a fun evening at
the Grand Kabaret. Enjoy drinks and something from the wood fire oven in the adjacent restaurant. The exposed
brick walls of this historic building make excellent acoustics for the live music every Friday and Saturday. Not ready
to call it a night? Keep the fun going! There are many watering holes within walking distance of the Grand Kabaret,
and others all over town! Check out page 46 for more nightlife ideas.
Social Media Fans
New Ulm’s German heritage is our biggest
draw, but these events and activities will give
you great photos and posts on Social Media!
From the hip to the frozen, gnomes to bluegrass,
we host great music, tasty food and lots of fun
every year! Grand Kabaret is a restored hotel
from the mid-1800s features free music every
Friday and Saturday. Musical styles are in the
range of folk, blues, light rock, jazz and other. You
can access the attached restaurant, too! In addition to great wine, Morgan Creek Vineyards, has
developed a fun tourism following for their “Wine
Down for the Weekend” events Friday nights and
Photo By | DON BORSTAD
twice-monthly jazz nights. An outdoor oven
makes great pizzas! The brewery has a great winter festival! Bock Fest is filled with over 5,000 fun-loving young people enjoying music, food and, of course,
Schell’s beer! When it closes at 4:30pm come to the German Mardi Gras fun at the New Ulm Conference Center,
called Fasching. Join the “Parade of Costumes” if you dare! Who can argue with over 150 years of brewing success?
Come out to Schell’s Brewery and enjoy the beautiful gardens, squawk at a roaming peacock, visit the wonderful
gift shop, and tour the “prettiest brewery in America!” With a professional director, State Street Theater is a homegrown group that has ramped-up their offerings with many shows during the year. They specialize in “murder
mysteries,” but tackle many styles of theater. New Ulm’s long-lived motorcycle club, The Flying Dutchmen, hosts
several cycle events at their lovely club house and grounds throughout the summer that are open to the public.
Flat-track races and hill climbs are their specialties, but they host rock bands on occasion, too. It’s great fun for
everyone!
MORE ITINERARY IDEAS AT WWW.NEWULM.COM!
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Jefferson Elementary School
318 South Payne St.
(Grades 1-4)
New Ulm Middle School
414 South Payne St.
(Grades 5-8)
New Ulm High School
1600 Oak St.
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Sioux Agency &
Jackpot Junction
Casino
Come Play in New Ulm!
Nestled along two rivers, blanketed with trees
and offering acres and acres of parks, New Ulm is
the perfect place to get outside and get busy!
Soak up the sun along our trails, hit the links
(disc, miniature or traditional), or drop a line in
the river. Just get out there! You’ll thank us
come bratwurst and sauerkraut time.
From New Ulm's earliest beginnings the community has had a vested interest in park space.
The original plat for the City included several key
parks that still exist. Today New Ulm is able to
boast a total of 42 park units. Visit www.ci.newulm.mn.us to see a list of park facilities and the
amenities available at each location. Park shelters can be reserved: 507-359-8344
Park & Recreation Director Tom Schmitz credits this rich system to the original founders saying, "[It's] the result of New Ulm's history of
recreation and outdoor activities. This goes back
to German Land Society and Turner ethic of
'sound mind and sound body.' They saw the
value of recreation, green spaces, and natural
resources."
Open to visitors, the city’s Recreation Center
(122 S Garden St) has an indoor swimming pool
with slides, whirlpool and an aquatic climbing
wall; a three-lane indoor track; indoor courts that
can be used for tennis, basketball or volleyball;
racquetball and walleyball courts; strength and
cardio facilities and group fitness area and
cycling classes. The Civic Center (1212 North
Franklin) houses two arenas, including one with year-round ice. The building also has eight team rooms and
meeting space available for rent. Note: Outdoor ice skating (hockey and open-skate) also available at Harman
Park (101 N Garden St). Warming house and restrooms on site.
In the mid-1800s, the banks of the river near
Riverside Park (101 S Front St) welcomed steamboats carrying soliders, supplies and German settlers. Today it is home to the Riverside History &
Nature Learning Center (see page 15). The kids will
love the “pirate ship” playground, and Gertie The
Goose. Gertie, named for the old New Ulm neighborhood of “Goosetown” where Riverside Park is
located, is one of many characters a local writer
has created in a folk tale
that also includes the
four German gnomes
and other characters
you will see at our
festivals.
You must visit German Park (200 North German)
in downtown New Ulm. It is full of monuments,
flowers and the Angel Fountain. It’s great for a
lunch break or a place to stroll amidst the beauty.
Free music concerts: various groups every
Monday night in the summer (June 6 – August 29,
2016, no music July 4), and Municipal Band concerts every Wednesday night in June and July.
The Municipal Band has been in existence for over
65 years. When the 205th Infantry Band was
called up for duty in WWII, a “Pioneer Band,” the
precursor to the Municipal Band was formed.
Bring a blanket or folding chair and enjoy the
music!
While at German Park, the kids can play on the
playground equipment or climb on the Herbie The
Hedgehog statue. This charming 4-foot bronze sculpture was created by local artist Jason Jaspersen. He makes young heads turn
with his whimsical expression; feel free to capture their bemusement with your camera! He is New Ulm’s own city Park Ranger
and his full time job is to keep the parks clean and to inspire others to do the same.
In line with New Ulm’s commitment to
active lifestyles, there is a 13-mile paved Bike
Loop (see pages 30-31) around the city. This
bike loop didn’t happen overnight! The project began with a paved recreational trail
that runs more than five miles along an old
railroad bed, making it the perfect path for
an easy family ride or run. The trail travels
from Broadway and 24th North St to German
and 20th South St. Along the way, take in
the river, a few city parks and even some
farm land. The trail is clearly marked and
largely shaded, with benches along the way
in case you need a rest. In 2015, the 13-mile
bike loop was completed – just follow the
signs with Hermann The German on a bike in
the corner. There are also designated safe
biking paths throughout the city. Visit
www.newulm.com or stop by the Visitor
Center for maps (1 N Minnesota St, 507-2334300). And if you are interested in a different
type of biking, New Ulm has a Skate Park and
BMX Track (315 1st South St). Both parks are
free and open to the public, with BMX Park
use limited May through September. The
skate park may be used by inline skaters or
skateboarders.
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Come see what
is brewing
FUN
New Ulm is fortunate to have a state park in our city limits,
Flandrau State Park. Flandrau, one of Minnesota’s 10 most
popular state parks, is comprised of 1,000 acres, including
grasslands, marshes, and wooded areas along the Big
Cottonwood River. Located in southwest New Ulm, the
park is just minutes from downtown. Among the amenities
are eight miles of hiking and groomed cross-country trails
(boot and ski rentals available), a chlorinated sand-bottomed pool, beach, sand volleyball court, playground equipment and fire and horseshoe pits. The park has 88 campsites
in three campgrounds, 2 year-round cabins, and a group
center that accommodates 110 people. In addition to its natural beauty, the park also holds a significant place in New
Ulm’s history. In the 1930s and 1940s it was the site of Works
Progress Administration (WPA) projects, and several of the
stone buildings those crews erected still stand. During
World War II, part of the park was used as a prisoner of war
camp. It is named after Charles E. Flandrau, who played a
pivotal role in the Dakota War and served on the Minnesota
Supreme Court.
Flandrau State Park
1300 Summit Ave | 507-233-9800 | 866-85PARKS | open
year-round. 8am-10pm for day use; camping available yearround | www.mndnr.gov|reservations | Admission: State
Park vehicle entry fee is $25/year or $5/1-day pass.
Bird watchers will love the many opportunities for birding in and around New Ulm! Flandrau has recorded up to 158
different specie sightings. Fifteen miles east is Swan Lake,
which is a wildlife preserve with many varieties of birds for
viewing. Getting on or along the river will also provide you
chances to spot unusual birds, including eagles. Visitors to
New Ulm are encouraged to join in the Christmas fun by
participating in the Annual Christmas Bird Count held in the
middle of Deccember. Results are given to the Audubon
Society (www.Audubon.org) for recording. To sign up or for
more information, contact Elaine Poulson at 507-354-5662
or epoulson@newulmtel.net.
The Minnesota
Department of Natural Resources
Regional Office, just south of New Ulm, is the place to obtain information on outdoor recreation opportunities and natural resources, such as hiking, biking, native prairies, fishing, hunting, wildlife watching,
snowmobiling, camping, canoeing and river maps. For examples of prairie restoration, butterfly gardens,
and alternative energy on site, please stop by!
DNR Regional Office
21371 State Hwy 15 | 507-359-6000 | 8am-4:30pm | www.dnr.state.mn.us | info.dnr@state.mn.us
NU Country Club
The New Ulm Country Club is a picturesque 18-hole, par 71, semi-private course
surrounded by Flandrau State Park and perched atop the bluffs of the
Cottonwood River. A distinctive feature of the course is the many mature oak
trees that border the fairways. The Country Club was established in 1929 as a ninehole course and expanded to 18 holes in 1966. The front nine saw a remodeling
effort in 2001 with the addition of hazards, tee boxes and sand-traps to add an
overall depth to the course.
The newly remodeled clubhouse is complete with bar and restaurant service in
the Cottonwood Grill. The grill offers a casual dining for both golfers and non
golfers. The banquet facility hosts all size and type of functions with a seating
capacity of 380. There are also several private meeting spaces for smaller groups.
The banquet facility and the Cottonwood Grill are open year around. Our golf
course is open in the summer months and green fees are available for visitors to
New Ulm. The NU Invite is June 10-12. B&L Classic July 24-25 and the Schell’s Bottle
Cap Open August 28-29.
New Ulm Country Club
1 Golf Drive (the south end of Summit Ave) | 507-354-8896
nucc@newulmtel.net | www.golfnewulm.com
Concordia Lanes, Inc.
Concordia Lanes has open bowling daily on 16 lanes, with automatic scoring.
Birthday party and group packages are available, and there are special weekend events. Large groups are welcome, and they have the ability to host
hundreds for weddings (check the website!) or other large banquets. It’s
great fun for the whole family and something to do in the evening or weekends.
“The Kegel Klub” (“kegel” is the German word for “bowling”) is the bar operation with the bowling center; they feature a large bar area with pool tables,
darts and other games along with an 18’ x 6’ oil mural of the German village
and countryside. Dating back to the 1930’s, it was rescued from a building set
to be demolished and lovingly restored. Legend has it the eyes follow you!
New Ulm’s original sports bar with premium sports package on 18 Hi-Def
TVs! Free Wi-Fi. There are two sand volleyball courts with a large viewing
deck and an outdoor bar.
Concordia Lanes
419 19th North | 507-354-2923 | www.concordialanes.com
Putting Green
Putting Green, located on the Minnesota River in New Ulm, is mini-golf and more! While
having fun trying to sink a putt on this 9 hole “green” mini-golf course, you learn about the
choices you can make for a healthier planet. There are golf holes depicting Minnesota’s
geography, the impact of pollution, and the importance of water as a part of the eco-system and our everyday lives.
Putting Green offers a Minnesota River Trail for your walking pleasure, a shaded picnic
area, native plant gardens, a solar-powered refreshment stand, and a geodesic dome. The
geodesic dome is our indoor classroom as well as a great place to host a meeting, birthday party or any other kind of get together where you are looking for something a bit different. We also offer educational field trips for groups of all types, ages and interests.
Putting Green is also home to New Ulm’s community garden.
Visit our website www.puttinggreen.org for information on days and hours of operation
as well as details of our offerings.
Doppeleichen Vineyards
Check out the first winery in Nicollet County! Doppeleichen Vineyards is located just outside of New Ulm on the picturesque Minnesota River. We are a family-owned and operated winery producing quality wines primarily from Minnesota-grown grapes. Stop in and
enjoy a tasting! Regular tasting room hours during May-November. Private tastings by
appointment. Check us out on Facebook at @Doppeleichen-Vineyards for events including
our planned Grand Opening.
Doppeleichen Vineyards
58608 County Road 21 | 612-986-4096 | doppel.mona@gmail.com
www.doppeleichenvineyards.com | Facebook
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Come see what
is brewing
FUN
Goosetown Roller Girls
Flat track roller derby is the fastest growing sport in
North America. The Goosetown Roller Derby Girls is
a serious athletic group, focused on quality sportswomanship. They have a variety of bouts throughout the year, and they love when the public comes
out to watch them! Check them out at www.goosetownrollergirls.com or on Facebook to see their
bout schedule.
The Flying Dutchmen Motorcycle Club not only
sponsors Hillclimb & Flat Track Races along with road
runs at their wooded site outside New Ulm, but they
also boast an unusual barn structure as their clubhouse. They welcome all visitors to come and watch
their racing and music events and stop in to see the
well known “barn.”
2016 Events
May 21-22 – Motorcycle & ATV Flat Track Races
(noon start)
June 5 – Motorcycle Road Run (1pm start)
August 28 – Motorcycle & ATV Hill Climb (10 am start)
September 17-18 – Motorcycle & ATV Flat
Track Races (noon start)
20153 11th Ave | 504-354-2306
www.flyingdutchmenmotorcycleclub.com | Facebook
BMX Races
The New Ulm BMX Track is known around the region for its
exciting races! Weekly races are held Monday evenings beginning in May (depending on the weather). It’s located near
downtown at 3rd South and German Streets, next to the skateboard park. Note that races are free for all spectators! Search
for “River Valley BMX New Ulm” on Facebook for contact and
details.
Tommyguns Paint Wars
Tommyguns Paint Wars is fun for both family and friends. With
seven fields across sixteen acres, we offer options for both
recreational and tournament players. Tommyguns has three
wooded fields, one 'grass' field, and two speed ball fields (one
of which is inflatable). Tommyguns is open seven days a week
by reservation.
Tommyguns
48306 235th St | 507-947-3711
www.tommygunspaintwars.com
State Street Theater Company
The State Street Theater Company operates a
750 seat auditorium, a 150 seat black box, and a
90 seat Off Broadway studio space. New Ulm
and The State Street Theater Co. have a long and
fascinating theatrical history. Theatre and musical performances date back to the founding of
New Ulm. Shows occurred at Turner Hall in the
late 1850s. The Pioneer Players were incorporated in 1978 after many years of formal and informal theatre productions. Since then, SSTC has
grown into a performing arts organization that
presents numerous events a year including
workshops for directors, children, and adults.
Actors, directors, producers and many volunteers make up the workforce to present musicals, comedies, dramas, children’s programs,
murder mysteries, parades, historical plays and
other events. The highlight of 2015 was the summer production of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG when the car really did fly! Call the SSTC office for a free brochure or visit www.statestreetnewulm.org.
State Street Theater Company
1 North State St | 507-359-9990 | info@statestreetnewulm.org | www.statestreetnewulm.org
Library
Visitors are always welcome at the New Ulm
Public Library! Need to check your email or want
to borrow a book? The library has 12 public internet workstations and free WiFi. Have young children? The library has iPads, games, and puzzles,
as well as regularly scheduled storytimes
throughout the year. Interested in genealogy
and family history research? A microfilm readerprinter-scanner is available to digitize photos,
negatives, and slides, and to research the historical local newspaper collection. More than
80,000 items are available for checkout. Check
www.newulmlibrary.org for a full schedule of
presentations, concerts, craft programs, and
more!
New Ulm Public Library
17 North Broadway | 507-359-8331
Mon-Thurs: 9:30am-8pm, Fri-Sat: 9:30am-5pm
www.newulmlibrary.org
Miss New Ulm Court
Join the Miss New Ulm Court at many of our
festivals and New Ulm Fire Department
events. They are: Miss New Ulm Alexandra
Aukrust, 2nd Princess Morgan Schabert, 1st
Princess Anna Schoo
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Quilting and the Needle Arts
are alive and well in New Ulm!
We have 3 unique quilt shops in town. Consider coming for a day visit or to attend one of our big events
and make New Ulm your quilting destination!
Minnesota Shop Hop - July 29-August 14, 2016
This state-wide event takes place in 74 shops throughout Minnesota, including those in New Ulm! There will
be a specially designed line of fabric by Clothworks
just for the participating shops. Over 1000 quilters
have come to New Ulm for this two-week event over
the past several years. See www.quiltminnesota.com
for details.
Prairie Piecemakers Quilt Guild
This local quilting group has 80+ members from the New Ulm area and meets on the second Thursday of the
month from September through May at St. Paul's Church (201 N. State St.) at 7:00 pm. Speakers with trunk shows,
classes, all-day workshops and sewing days are just part of the highlights. Stop by any of the three quilt shops for
a list of presenter and more information. Visitors always welcome at meetings!
Prairie Piecemakers Quilt Show
New Ulm Event Center, 301 20th Street S | Fri, Mar 18: 9am-6pm, Sat, Mar 19: 9am-4pm | 507-359-2896
Featured guest artist: Glad Creations Quilt Shop
Quiltistry – Not held in 2016.
Mark your calendars for next year: June 24, 2017.
Held every other year in the summer and combines "Quilting" with "Art" and "History". Quilts displayed outside on
porches, clotheslines, historical sites throughout the city of New Ulm. Bed Turning, Demonstrations and other
activities.
The Thimble
Box
Est. 2013
1417 South State • New Ulm
354-8801
Hours: M 10-7, T-F 10-5, S 10-4
www.SewingSeedsQuiltCo.com
10 North Minnesota
New Ulm • 354-6721
Hours: M_F 10am-5pm • Sat 10am-4pm
Quilting,
Fabric &
Notions
Fun!
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Looking for a
New Ulm souvenir?
Stop by the Visitor Center at 1 N Minnesota Street to purchase “Germans Have More Fun” or New Ulm merchandise.
Items to fit any price range ($2-$40).
More souvenirs are available at various area stores.
Call 507-233-4300 for more details.
Come & See Our Large
Selection of Campers
• Hiking • Fishing
• Geology • History
• Swimming • XC Skiing
• Camping • Canoeing
and Much More...
• Travel Trailers
•Tent Trailers
• 5th Wheel
• Park Trailers
• Fish Houses
We also carry
camping supplies
Unit set up inside
& outside
Dump
Station
Joe’s Campers Sales
2417 South Broadway • New Ulm • 354-8106
www.joescamper.com
BEST STEAKS & CHOPS IN TOWN!
• Appetizers • Gourmet Burgers
• Chicken Sandwiches
• Pastas • Salads
Ample parking in the back
354.2185
214 North Minnesota Street
www.lamplighterbarandgrill.com
New Ulm Area’s only Service Station
Steve Fluegge & Lowell Geisthardt serving you since 1975
• Fine Petroleum Products
• Full and Self Service
• Unleaded Plus
• Super Unleaded
• Premium Unleaded without
Ethanol for Special needs
• Expert Mechanics
• Towing, Car Starting and
unlocking
• Ice and Snacks
• Propane
• 24 Hr pay-at-the pump
Hwy 14 East and Hwy 15 North
7th North and Minnesota, New Ulm, 354-2619
MasterCard, Visa, Discover, American Express
Polka CDs available through
POLKA PARADE SALES
• Over 130 Bands
from the Midwest & USA
• Free Mail Order Catalog Available
Pick up our 65th & or 50thAnniversary Double CD’s at Special Prices
We have the Best in Polka & Waltz music!
Order or Stop By:
KNUJ 860-AM, 317 N. Minnesota St.
Next to the Glockenspiel
P.O. Box 368 • New Ulm, MN 56073
Call Toll Free: 1-800-444-5685
Fax: 507-359-4520 • E-Mail: polka@knuj.net
New Website: www.polkaparade.com
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Shop New Ulm
You won’t know what treasures you'll discover until you
wander into one of New Ulm's distinctive shops. Whether
it's a cuckoo clock imported from Germany, a good book to
bury your nose in, handmade pottery or "gnome-made"
fudge, you'll find the perfect souvenirs to stuff into your
suitcase. In addition to the one-of-a-kind stores in historic
downtown, explore both ends of the city and the streets in
between for shops offering a full range of goods and services - and even a few surprises! Ask for a Specialty Shops
Brochure at the Visitor’s Center. Various shopping events
are held throughout the year! See pages 18-25.
General Retail
*Sears Hometown Store
1605 South Broadway
507-359-5555 www.sears.com
*Walgreen’s
608 North Broadway
507-359-8790 www.walgreens.com
*Wal-Mart
1720 Westridge Road
507-354-0900 www.walmart.com
Specialty Shops
*A to Zinnia Floral & Gifts
15 South Broadway
507-359-9900
www.a2zinnia.com
More than just a flower shop!
*Ashlee Boutique & Bridal
2 North Minnesota
507-380-5185
ashleebridal@hotmail.com
www.ashleebridal.com
*Domeiers German Store
1020 South Minnesota
507-354-4231
Imported German and European goods.
Hours vary according to season. Please
call for store hours.”
Earthen Art
106 South Minnesota
507-359-7142 www.earthenart.com
Hand-made pottery and stoneware.
Fruit Cellar
417 1st St S
Facebook.com/fruitcellarnewulm
Occasional store (typically open 2nd
weekend of the month May-Oct)
specializing in unique antique, industrial,
modern, vintage and handmade items
for the home.
*Grand Center for Arts & Culture
210 North Minnesota
507-359-9222
Stop by to check out the 4 Pillars Art
Gallery. Original artwork on exhibit for
sale!
*Guten Tag Haus
127 North Minnesota
507-233-4287 www.gutentaghaus.com
Imported German clothes, steins,
clocks and gifts.
*Hope & Faith Floral
209 North Minnesota
507-354-2222
hopeandfaithgifts@gmail.com
www.hopeandfaithfloralmn.com
Floral, Gifts and Homemade Fudge
Jacobs & Meidl Music & Christian
Supply
5 North Minnesota
507-354-6413
Christian cards, books, etc. and
musical items.
*KNUJ Radio’s
“Polka Parade Music”
317 North Minnesota
507-359-2921
www.polkaparade.com
A wide assortment of
polka and old-time music.
Krazy Kreations
101 N German St. Ste 110
507-935-8274 or 507-935-8277
krazykreations_handcrafteditems
@yahoo.com
Locally handcrafted items and
consignment goods.
*Lambrecht Gifts
119 North Minnesota
507-233-4350
www.lambrechtsgifts.com
Gifts for all ages, women’s clothing
and home decor.
*Minnesota Wedding Shop
301 20th South
507-354-GOWN
info@mnweddingshop.com
www.mnweddingshop.com
Pampered Perfection
*Morgan Creek Vineyards
23707 - 478th Avenue
507-947-3547
Wine, glasses and serving
ware, and clothing.
No. 213
213 South Minnesota
507-276-4505
www.number213.com
Occasional shop (typically open one
weekend a month) with a unique blend
of home décor that bridges the old and
new: refinished furniture, vintage décor,
retail items, more.
*Patterson’s Diamond Center
117 North Minnesota
507-354-2613
www.pattersonsdiamondcenter.com
Jewelry, gems, watches and specialty
goods.
Primitive Gatherings
14 South Minnesota
507-359-1948
Primitive-style home decor and gifts
Schell’s Brewery Gift Shop
1860 Schell Road
507-354-5528 www.schellsbrewry.com
Schell-logoed goods, steins, and
gifts items.
*Sisters Bridal & Tux
1201 South Broadway
507-359-7204
www.sistersbridalandtux.com
Quality wedding and formal wear.
Antiques
Antiques Plus
28 North Minnesota
507-359-1090
www.antiquesplusnewulm.com
A wide array of collectibles and
antiques.
Athletic Supply
*Nicklasson Athletic
1217 South Broadway
507-354-8586
www.nicklassonathletic.com
All kinds of sporting equipment
and trophies.
Books
Bookshelves and Coffeecups
123 North Minnesota
507-359-4600
Gourmet coffee and thousands of
used books.
Facebook
*Brown County Historical Society
Gift Shop
2 North Broadway
507-233-2616
www.browncountyhistorymn.org
Large selection of titles on various topics:
local history, MN authors, Wanda Gag,
US-Dakota War. Postcards, souvenirs,
t-shirts and more!
Clothing
*Gallery 512
20 North Minnesota
507-354-5200
www.gallery512boutique.wordpress.com
gallery512boutique@gmail.com
Affordable clothing & Accessories
*Herberger’s
110 North Minnesota
507-354-2155 www.herbergers.com
New Ulm’s biggest clothing store,
plus house wares.
Maurice’s
1702 Westridge Road
507-359-1870 www.maurices.com
Modern women’s clothing & fashions.
*Semblance Fashion Boutique
204 North Minnesota
507-304-0377
www.shopsemblance.com
Contemporary fashion boutique.
Computers, Telephone
and Electronics
*Kemske
509 Center Street
507-354-4141
www.kemske.com
Computers, sales & service
M.L. Computers
1420 North Broadway
507-359-2449
Computer service, repair and sales.
*NU-Telecom
27 North Minnesota
507-354-4111 www.nutelecom.net
Phone service, internet, website and
computers.
Radio Shack
1704 Westridge Road
507-354-5635 www.radioshack.com
Electronic accessories, toys, satellite
TV and radio.
*TechTrends
15 Berens Boulevard
507-233-3000
www.techtrendsonline.com
Computers, cell phones, accessories,
and TechTeam services.
Verizon
1702 Westridge Road
507-359-3670
www.verizonwireless.com
Cellphones, service and packages.
*BeMobile Verizon Wireless
1609 South Broadway
507-359-5287
www.bemobile.com
Cell phones, service and packages.
Convenience/Gas Stations
*Casey’s General Store
314 - 20th South
507-354-9919 www.caseys.com
*Freedom Value Center
627 North Minnesota
507-359-1569
www.freedomvalu.com
*Harmening Oil & Trucking
1400 South Valley
507-354-6414
*River Creek Nursery
1200 South Front
507-354-6001
www.rivercreeknursery.com
Facebook
*Holiday Station Store
1201 Westridge Road
507-359-9841
www.holidaystationstores.com
Office and Paper Supply
*Kemske Paper and Teacher Supply
509 Center Street
507-354-4141 www.kemske.com
Paper and office supplies;
educational toys.
*Hy-Vee Gas Station
2015 South Broadway
507-359-8255
www.hy-vee.com
*Kwik Trip
1521 South Broadway
507-233-8940 www.kwiktrip.com
*New Ulm Quick Mart/Clark
1400 North Broadway
507-354-4015 www.clarkbrands.com
Furniture and Decorating
*Sewing Seeds Quilt Co.
1417 South State
507-354-8801
www.sewingseedsquiltco.com
Hand-made quilting projects, fabrics
and patterns.
*Design Home Center
1427 Hwy 14 W
507-233-8440
www.designhomecenter.com
*New Ulm Furniture
16 North German
507-354-2716
www.newulmfurniture.com
Giant decor, furniture and flooring
selection.
*Spinning Spools Quilt Shop
106 South Minnesota
507-359-2896
www.spinningspoolsquiltshop.com
Hand-made quilts, fabrics, and tools.
*Rooms and Rest
1704 North State
507-218-0158 www.roomandrest.com
A large selection of home furnishings.
Hardware and Outdoor
Menards
2200 Westridge Road
507-233-6010
Hardware, building supplies, rentals
*Puhlmann Lumber & Design
301 1st South
507-354-1111
www.puhlmannlumber.com
*Retzlaff’s Ace Hardware
21 North Minnesota
507-354-8851 www.acehardware.com
Hardware, tools, flooring, guns and
marine.
*Runnings
2107 North Garden
507-359-2988 www.myrunnings.com
Hardware, farm supply, lawn and
garden and clothing.
Nursery and Garden Supplies
*Hacker’s Tree Farm & Nursery
15 South Broadway &
45372 – 190th Street, Sleepy Eye
507-794-2462
info@hackerstreefarm.com
www.hackerstreefarm.com
Quilt & Needlecraft Shops
NadelKunst
212 North Minnesota
507-354-8708
Needle-craft patterns and
supplies; yarn.
*SSL Auto Service Center
626 North Minnesota
507-354-2619
www.newulmtel.net~sslnewulm
Earthworks Landscape Supply
47572 State Highway 68
507-359-1131
www.shopearthworks.com
*River Bend Business Products
203 North Minnesota
507-359-7880
www.riverbendbusiness.com
Office supply, scrapbooking and more.
Quilt and Needlecraft Shops
*The Thimble Box
10 North Minnesota
507-354-6721
Quilts, quilting tools, fabrics and more.
Thrift Stores
*MRCI Bargains
1702 Westridge Road 507-354-3289
www.mrciworksource.org/newulm.html
New and next to new clothing, furniture,
antiques, books and housewares.
*MVAC Thrift and More
1607 South Broadway
507-359-8009
www.mnvac.org/nubtrf.php
Used clothing, furniture, household
and more.
*Treasure Haus Resale Shop
1700 South Broadway
507-354-6108
www.treasurehaus.org
Used goods, books, and household
items.
Video and Games
*Holiday Station Store
1201 Westridge Road
507-359-9841
www.holidaystationstores.com
Family Video
701 North Broadway
507-354-2266
www.familyvideo.com
*Chamber of Commerce Member
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Dining Scene
If it’s authentic German cuisine you're after, New
Ulm might seem a little bit like paradise. Sure,
we've got some of Minnesota's best bratwurst and
sauerkraut, sauerbraten and spaetzle, and a brewery full of German beer to wash it down; but New
Ulm's dining scene doesn't start and end there.
You'll also find Mexican, Chinese, and everything in
between, in family-style eateries, fast food and
casual settings, as well as more upscale dining and
a nearby winery.
*Applebee's
410 20th South
507-359-2775
www.applebees.com
Serving lunch and dinner. Full service bar.
Full menu available to go.
The Backerei
27 South Minnesota
507-354-6011
Coffee and fresh donuts in a
full-service bakery.
*Burger King
1922 South Broadway
507-354-1268
"Home of the Whopper.”
*Cash Wise Deli
1220 West Ridge Road
507-354-2717
www.cashwise.com
Daily specials and catering service.
*Concordia Lanes/Kegel Club
416 19th North
507-354-2923
www.concordialanes.com
Great drinks, pizza & burgers.
*Cottonwood Grill
1 Golf Drive (the end of Summit Ave.)
507-354-8896
Spectacular view; daily specials.
Full bar and dining available.
Open all winter.
Dairy Queen
1501 North Broadway
507-359-9229
Ice cream treats and brazier foods.
Drive-thru service.
Domino's Pizza
315 North Minnesota
507-359-7711
www.dominos.com
Fresh-baked pizza delivered to your door.
*George's Fine Steaks & Spirits
301 North Minnesota
507-354-7440
www.georgessteaks.biz
Casual dining at it's best! Groups
Welcome!
*Grand Kabaret
210 North Minnesota
507-359-9222
Enjoy some drinks and something from
the wood fire oven!
*Green Mill Restaurant & Bar
2101 South Broadway
507-359-5300
www.greenmill.com
facebook.com/gmnewulm
*Happy Joe's
1700 North Broadway
507-359-9811
www.happyjoes.com
Try the taco pizza, or the buffet and salad
bar. Good food; entertaining atmosphere.
On-line ordering.
*Hardee’s
1710 Westridge Rd
507-354-0224
*Hy-Vee’s Kitchen
2015 South Broadway
507-354-8255
www.hy-vee.com
Cafe-style restaurant with take-out service.
Small and large-group catering available.
Caribou coffee.
*Joni's Restaurant and Catering
24 North Minnesota
507-359-2018
www.jonisrestaurantandcatering.com
Specializing in "home cooking" at the
restaurant and for catered events.
*Veigel’s Kaiserhoff
221 North Minnesota
507-359-2071
www.kaiserhoff.org
New Ulm's oldest restaurant;
German/American
cuisine; casual dining; kid's menu available.
veigel1@newulmtel.net
Kentucky Fried Chicken/Taco Bell
707 North Minnesota
507-354-2421
The Colonel's special recipe chicken.
Lakes on 1st
512 1st North
507-354-0306
Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, signature paninis, salads & wings.
*Lamplighter
214 North Minnesota
507-354-2185
Family restaurant and sports bar. Try their
hamburgers.
*Lola-An American Bistro
16 North Minnesota
507-359-2500
www.lolaamericanbistro.com
"Culinary delights...in a comfortable
space."
Breakfast/lunch Mon.-Sat.,
dinners Thu.-Sat.
*Main Jiang House
400 North Minnesota
507-354-1218 or 507-354-1228
Chinese cuisine with a Chinatown
atmosphere. Eat in or take out.
23707 478th Ave.
507-947-3547
martimcv@aol.com
Wood fired cusine and Sunday Brunch.
See website for hours.
*McDonald's
1705 South Broadway
507-359-9529
McDonald's menu,
Dine-In and Drive-Thru open 24 hours.
*New Grand Moon Buffet
1702 Westridge Road
507-354-8888
Large Chinese buffet restaurant with a
full menu.
*Papa Murphy's Pizza
1612 South Broadway
507-359-3939
www.papamurphys.com
"We Make, You Bake."
*The Pantry
209 North Minnesota
507-354-5552
www.pepperboyfoods.com
facebook.com/pepperboypantry
Full service restaurant, coffee, wine and
martini bar.
*Perkins Restaurant and Bakery
1727 South Broadway
507-354-6688
Pancakes and so much more. Breakfast
served
all day. Baked goods/desserts available for
take-home.
www.perkinsrestaurants.com
*Pioneer College Caters at
Martin Luther College
1995 Luther Court
507-354-2001
www.mlc-wels.edu
Entree Bar, Pizza, Deli Bar, Soup & Salad
and 35 beverages.
Pizza Ranch
1927 South Broadway
507-354-7772
Pizza, chicken, pasta and salad buffet.
Private meeting room.
*Plaza Garibaldi Mexican Restaurant
1707 North Broadway
507-359-7073
plazagaribaldi@newulmtel.net
www.plazagaribaldinewulm.com
Great Mexican food in a full-service
restaurant.
*Turner Hall
102 South State
507-354-4916
www.newulmturnerhall.org
Restaurant and lounge in 1873 building
with German murals! Public welcome.
*Subway
1 South Minnesota • 507-354-7827
1404 South Broadway • 507-354-7976
1720 Westridge Road
(in WalMart) • 507-354-6223
Submarine sandwiches
and salads.
*Rodney's Tavern
6 South Minnesota
507-354-3040
Burgers, sandwiches and pizza
in a friendly setting.
*Ulmer Cafe
115 North Minnesota
507-354-8122
Breakfast and lunch in a hometown Cafe
atmosphere. Just like mom used to make!
*Taco John's
1301 South Broadway
507-354-8226
www.tacojohns.com
Daily specials, Dine in/Drive Thru,
Catering. “Unwrap The Original”
*Searles Bar and Grill
Downtown Searles,
507-359-7699
Great food at a full-service restaurant
4 miles south of New Ulm.
* Chamber of Commerce member
EAT PLAY STAY - THE HEART HEALTHY WAY!
Through a partnership with Hearts Beat Back: The Heart of New Ulm Project, many of New Ulm’s fantastic restaurants have committed to
helping people improve their heart health. They’re serving the same great-tasting food with fewer calories, more fruits and vegetable and
more whole grains, and using healthier fats when cooking. Look for our door stickers - Bronze, Silver or Gold - at the 14 participating restaurants; each restaurant’s level is determined by the number of healthy practices they offer. Experience the old world charm of New Ulm by
stopping in a participating restaurant soon to experience just how tasty foods can be when prepared with better health in mind. For more information, visit
http://heartsbeatback.org/content/environment-restaurant-program
PARTICIPATING GOLD-LEVEL RESTAURANTS:
George’s Fine Steaks & Spirits
Hy-Vee Deli
New Ulm Medical Center Café
and Cafeteria
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery
Subway
Turner Hall
PARTICIPATING SILVER-LEVEL RESTAURANTS:
PARTICIPATING BRONZE-LEVEL RESTAURANTS:
Burger King
Lamplighter Family Sports Bar & Grill
McDonald’s
The Pantry
Ulmer Cafe
Veigel's Kaiserhoff
Cash Wise Deli
Joni's Restaurant
Martin Luther College Cafeteria
The Heart of New Ulm Project is a collaborative partnership of Allina Health, the Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation, the New Ulm Medical Center and the community of New Ulm
that is designed to reduce the number of heart attacks in New Ulm.
Breakfast
Specials
Est. 1938
2 eggs, hash browns, toast
$3.50
2 eggs, 2 bacon & toast
$3.95
Ham, egg & cheese on an
English muffin
$3.00
2 pancakes & 2 sausage links
$3.50
(please no substitutions)
Mon.-Fri. only 6 am-10 am
• Pork, Sauerkraut & Dumplings - Every Thursday
• Fish Fry - Every Friday
• Liver and Onions - Every 3rd Wednesday
Full breakfast menu available anytime.
Lunch specials daily, including our special wraps & sandwiches.
Enjoy homemade Soups and Desserts.
The best home style cooking in the area!
SPECIAL BUFFETS 10:30am-2:00pm
Easter, Mother’s Day & Thanksgiving
Joni’s Restaurant
& Catering - 7 days a week
24 North Minnesota St. • New Ulm • (507) 359-2018
Mon.-Fri. at 5:30 am; Sat. at 6:30 am; Sun. at 7:30 am - Until 2 pm daily
German Cuisine
American Cuisine
Lunch Specials • Groups Welcome
Private Banquet & Dining Rooms
Family Friendly
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OPEN DAILY
Downtown New Ulm • 507-359-2071
www.kaiserhoff.org
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Out On The
Town
No matter the season, New Ulm Nightlife has options
to keep you entertained!
Interested in live music? The Grand Kabaret showcases eclectic environment, ranging from jazz to bluegrass to country to rock every Friday and Saturday
evenings year round. More info on Grand Kabaret can
be found on page 16. Head across the street to The
Pantry for live music every Friday evening. They also offer a great happy hour with half price bottles of wine Fridays and
Saturdays! Check out their Thursday Night Trivia for more entertainment. Wine Down For The Weekend every Friday
May-October, and Jazz Nite! on Saturdays May-October at Morgan Creek Vineyards! Enjoy a local wine or beer and something from the wood-fire oven while relaxing near the firepit in this beautiful outdoor setting. There are other regular live
music options all around town: B&L Bar, Pub & Patio, Rodney’s Tavern, and Green Mill. Check out the Community
Calendar at www.newulm.com for live music listings. Want to hear some local talent or show of your own singing skills?
Open Mic Nights happen regularly at Grand Kabaret, Lola – An American Bistro, and Smiley’s Tavern.
Be sure to check the Community Calendar for all music and entertainment happening in New Ulm! The New Ulm Event
Center and the New Ulm Country Club host comedians and big bands throughout the year! Gather friends and enjoy a
fun night out at these great venues!
Like to bowl? Concordia Lanes has 16 lanes for you to try out! Special weekend events are held throughout the year.
Enjoy pool, darts, and other games in the attached Kegel Klub bar, or grab a pizza or one of their great burgers! More info
on page 35. Kegel Klub, along with Lamplighter Bar & Grill, are favorite places to catch the big game!
Our movie theater, Cinema 3, is located in downtown New Ulm, if you want to catch dinner and a movie. And there are
more than a dozen excellent dining options in the downtown area to choose from (see pages 44-45 for a full list)! Live
theater more your thing? Historic State Street Theater presents 15 events a year: musicals, comedies, dramas, children’s
programs, murder mysteries, parades, historical plays and more! The highlight of 2015 was the summer production of
CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG when the car really did fly! More information on State Street Theater on page 37. Other live
theater options include the Martin Luther College theater department and the local schools. Check out
www.newulm.com for these theater listings.
*American Legion
13 South Minnesota
354-4016
The public is always welcome!
Weekly bingo, weekend supper specials,
pull-tabs available.
*B & L Bar
15 North Minnesota
354-2610
Come see why we're New Ulm's oldest
bar!
www.theblbar.com
Cinema 3
1 North German • 354-2015
Nightly Movies, Weekend,
Summer/Holiday Matinees
*Grand Kabaret
210 North Minnesota
359-9222
The wine, food and music spot in
New Ulm. Live music every Fri. & Sat.,
year long
*Green Mill Restaurant & Bar
2101 South Broadway
359-5300
www.greenmill.com
*Concordia Lanes/Kegel Club
416 19th North
354-2923
www.concordialanes.com
Bowling and Sports Bar. Great drinks,
pizza & burgers.
*Lamplighter
*The Pantry
214 North Minnesota
354-2185
Drinks, appetizers, full menu and
a good time.
209 North Minnesota
354-5552
www.pepperboyfoods.com
facebook.com/pepperboypantry
Call for happy hour & live music schedule.
*Pub and Patio
23707 478th Ave.
947-3547
martimcv@aol.com
Jazz Nite first & third Sat. each
month, May-Nov.
225 North Minnesota
354-1111
Our name says it all, enjoy the patio!
*Mowan’s Bar
22 North Minnesota
354-6114
A traditional, friendly establishment
downtown.
*New Ulm Country Club
*Rodney’s Tavern
6 South Minnesota
354-3040
Full-service bar with food menu.
Smiley’s Tavern
425 North State
359-9558
New Ulm's only neighborhood bar.
1 Golf Drive
(the end of Summit Ave.)
354-8896
The public is welcome to
enjoy our scenic setting.
*Searles Bar and Grill
*New Ulm Event Center
102 South State
354-4916
Historic German ratskeller is a step
back in time.
301 20th South
354-4673
Your Live Entertainment Spot
See newulmeventcenter.com
for upcoming events.
13014 Main Street
(in Searles, 4 mile south) 359-7699
Near Morgan Creek Vineyards.
*Turner Hall’s Ratskeller
*Chamber of Commerce member
L Agifts
MB
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• home • fashion
downtown new ulm
507-233-4350
www.lambrechtsgifts.net
TASTING ROOM & GIFTSHOP
Hours: Thursday - Saturday 11-9pm
Sunday 11-5pm
Sunday Brunch: 11-2pm
CULINARY EVENTS
Gourmet Wood Fired Appetizer Menu
Monthly Chef Special
Sunday Brunch with music & “Eggs Benny”
IMU pit oven “Farm to Form Wine Dinner’s
Annual “Winemaker’s Dinner”
artisan wines, local organic foods, and specialty
baked goods from River Rock Coffee, St. Peter,
MN. Grapes & Grains - New Ulm NOSHartisan wine & craft beer events.
PERFORMING ARTIST
SUMMER SERIES:
classical, jazz, street opera & tango!
Winedown for the Weekend! Friday 6:30-9:00pm
Jazz Nite! Saturdays 6:30-9:00pm
Jim McGuire Jazz Trio; Ben Marti Jazz Ensemble
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BANQUETS | RECEPTIONS
Facility
New Ulm Event Center
Turner Hall
Concordia Lanes
National Guard Armory
The Cat & Fiddle
Brown Co. Fairgrounds
Country Club
Best Western Plus
Community Center
Kegel Klub
Veigel’s Kaiserhoff
American Legion
George’s Fine Steaks
Lind House
The Pantry
Address
301 20th South
102 S. State
416 - 19th North
205 N. Broadway
47572 Hwy. 68
1201 N. State
1 Golf Drive
2101 S. Broadway
600 N. German
416 - 19th North
221 N. Minnesota
13 S. Minnesota
301 N. Minnesota
622 Center
209 N Minnesota
Seating
1,000
700
600
450
400|70
500
380
300
250
100
100
115
60
50
50
Food
On-Site
Yes
Yes
No
No
No
No
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Food
Allowed
No
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
No
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
No
WiFi
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Contact
354-4673
354-4916
354-2923
233-7800
441-0225
794-3970
354-8896
359-3540
359-8340
354-2923
359-2071
354-4016
354-7440
354-8802
479-0176
MEETING ROOMS
Facility
Best Western Plus
Country Club
Veigel’s Kaiserhoff
Community Center
Kegel Klub
Civic Center
Pizza Ranch
Grand Center for Arts & Culture
Smiley’s Tavern
Lola’s Larkspur Market
Happy Joe’s Pizza
Microtel Inn
Lind House
Southpoint Fed. Credit Union
Deutsche Strasse B+B
Joni’s Restaurant
Bingham Hall B+B
Food
Seating
1-800
2-300
15-380
2-100
Up to 100
100
75
66
50
50
50
40
40
35
25
24
20
20
Address
1995 Luther Ct.
2101 S. Broadway
1 Golf Drive
221 N. Minnesota
600 N. German
416 19th North
1212 N. Franklin
1927 S. Broadway
210 N. Minnesota
425 N. State
16 N. Minnesota
1700 N. Broadway
424 - 20th South
622 Center
706 N. German
404 S. German
24 N. Minnesota
500 S. German
Food
On-Site
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
No
No
No
No
Yes
No
Allowed
Yes
No
No
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
No
Yes
No
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
WiFi
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
No
Yes
No
No
Contact
354-8221
359-3540
654-8896
359-2071
359-8340
354-2933
359-8340
354-7772
359-9222
359-9558
359-2500
359-9811
354-9800
354-8802
233-5600
354-2005
359-2018
354-6766
CATERING
Cash Wise Foods … … … … … … … … 354-2717
Green Mill … … … … … … … … … … 359-5300
Gutes Essen at Oak Hills … … … … … 233-0814
H & J Catering … … … … … … … … … 354-2610
Happy Joe’s Pizza … … … … … … … … 359-9811
Hy-Vee Foods … … … … … … … … … 354-8255
Joni’s Restaurant &
Catering … … … … … … … … … … … 359-2018
Lakes on 1st… … … … … … … … … … 354-0306
Lola’s Larkspur … … … … … … … … 359-2500
The Pantry … … … … … … … … … … 479-0176
Searles Bar & Grill … … … … … … … 359-7699
Subway … … … … … … … … … … … 354-7827
Taco John’s … … … … … … … … … … 354-8226
OTHER MEETING FACILITIES
Facility
Address
Seating
Food
On-Site
Food
Allowed
WiFi
Contact
Civic Center + Mtg. Room
1212 N. Franklin
960|75
No
Yes
Yes
359-8340
Senior High Auditorium
414 S. Payne
1,000
No
Yes
No
359-8561
Junior High Auditorium
15 N. State
800
No
Yes
No
359-8561
Brown County Museum Annex
2 N. Broadway
85
No
Yes
No
233-2616
Library Meeting Room
17 N. Broadway
76
No
Yes
Yes
359-8331
Recreation Center
122 S. Garden
70
No
Yes
Yes
359-8344
For city park facilities rentals, see p. 39
For Flandrau State Park facilities rental, see p. 32
New Ulm WEDDINGS
Far enough away to be a classy twist on the
destination wedding. Close enough to home to
provide the comfort you desire for your guests
and the convenience of planning for you!
Couples looking for something unique for their wedding need
only come to New Ulm. Gorgeous churches are a traditional
option, as are many stunning parks and gardens, a historic home,
a banquet hall, brewery garden, and outdoor winery. Receptions
and dances can be held in any number of locations from spacious
hotel ballrooms, a historic social hall, a country club, and a bowling center that will amaze you as it transforms into an elegant
reception site.
If you want your wedding to be as unique as you are, New Ulm is
the answer.
UNIQUE AND FUN ACTIVITIES FOR YOUR WEDDING
PARTY AND GUESTS:
Schell’s Brewery Tour | 18 Hole Golf Course | Morgan Creek Vineyards
MN River Valley | Paint Ball
FULL SERVICE WEDDING HEADQUARTERS
Locally-Owned, Custom-Made Jewelry | Florists | Photographers
Planners | Decorators | 3 Bridal Shops | Horse-drawn carriage | Limousine
Be sure to visit our new wedding planning website:
www.newulmweddings.com! This year-round resource has contact and information for everything you need to plan the perfect
wedding!
Newly engaged? Don’t miss the New Ulm Area Wedding Show, Sunday, October 2, 2016.
Come see the variety of unique reception venues, florists, caterers, bridal shops and more for
your one-of-a-kind wedding in Southern Minnesota.
New Ulm Area Wedding Show
Sun, Oct 2 | 11am-2pm | Fashion Show: 12:45pm, Grand Prize: 2pm | 507-233-4300
chamber@newulm.com | www.newulmweddings.com | Admission: Free
GOLF COURSE
Come play our 18 hole championship
golf course, featuring rolling terrain
and tree-lined fairways.
We also offer many amenities to
make your trip a memorable one.
Visitors to New Ulm are always
welcome.
301 20TH STREET SOUTH
BANQUET FACILITY
bridal
tux
1201 South Broadway
New Ulm
Let us host your next event in one of
our beautifully remodeled banquet
rooms. Our facility welcomes groups
from 15 to 380 and offers some of the
best food and friendliest
service anywhere.
507.359.7204
www.sistersbridalandtux.com
COTTONWOOD GRILL
202 West College Drive
Marshall, MN
507.532.9415
www.infinitybysistersbridal.com
You don’t have to be a golfer to dine at
the newly remodeled Cottonwood Grill.
Come and enjoy the ambiance of the
grill and try one of our fabulous menu
items or just relax with a beverage.
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC • VISITORS TO NEW ULM WELCOME
1 Golf Drive • New Ulm • 507.354.8896 • nucc@newulmtel.net
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LODGING
Bring the kids and let them splash in the hotel pool. Leave the kids at home and get cozy
at one of our bed and breakfasts. Or snag a campsite and sleep under the stars. New
Ulm offers a full range of lodging suitable for any need. We also have facilities to accommodate large groups, meetings and conventions. Contact the New Ulm Convention and
Visitors Bureau or the following listings for more information.
*Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham
424 20th South
507-354-9800 / 888-771-7171
www.microtelinn.com
63 rooms, indoor pool & spa, meeting room, free
deluxe continental breakfast, free in-room wireless
internet, elevator, Applebee's next door.
CAMPING
*Flandrau State Park
1300 Summit Avenue
507-233-9800
866-85-PARKS (for reservations)
www.mndnr.gov/reservations
34 electric, 18 non-electric campsites, and 36 rustic
campsites, 2 camper cabins. Hiking, picnicking, see
complete details in this guide.
*Oak Haven Campground
58167 428th Lane
(1 mile north of New Ulm on Hwy. 15)
507-354-3094
HOTELS & MOTELS
New Ulm Locations
*Colonial Inn
1315 North Broadway
507-354-3128
www.nucolonialinn.com
24 rooms, new ownership,free wireless internet &
HBO, AAA approved, new furniture, in-room
microwaves and refrigerators, near restaurants and
Fairgrounds.
Econolodge
1901 South Broadway
507-359-2400
www.choicehotels.com
61 rooms, free continental breakfast, pets welcome,
free internet, cable and Show-Time, jacuzzi suites.
*Best Western Plus – New Ulm
40+ sites, all with electricity, dump station, park
shelter and picnic tables, large group center w/full
kitchen, bathroom and showers, cater to group
gatherings, informal atmosphere.
*Brown County Fairgrounds
1201 North State
507-276-0746
The Brown County Fair Board welcomes and
encourages groups to utilize the Fairgrounds for
camping. The Fairgrounds, located only 1/2 mile
from beautiful downtown New Ulm, can accommodate tents, RVs and campers, with water and electrical service available.
WALKING
DISTANCES BETWEEN
ATTRACTIONS
• Glockenspiel to Kiesling House: 1 block
2101 South Broadway
507-359-2941
www.bestwesternnewulm.com
info@bestwesternnewulm.com
• Brown County Historical Museum to
Wanda Gag House: 5 blocks
117 rooms, full-service restaurant and bar on site,
complimentary hot continental breakfast, indoor
pool, spa, fitness center, free high-speed internet,
numerous banquet & meeting rooms.
• German Park to MN Music Hall of Fame:
4 blocks
• Turner Hall to Heritage Tree Monument:
2 blocks
• Defenders Monument to GermanBohemian Monument: 5 blocks
• Hermann Monument to John Lind House:
8 blocks
Neighboring Communities
*W.W. Smith Inn Bed & Breakfast
101 Linden Street S.W.
Sleepy Eye, MN 56085
507-794-5661 / 800-799-5661
www.wwsmithinn.com
5 rooms in 1901 home & carriage house, stained
glass, ornate woodwork and light fixtures, whirlpool
& fireplace suites, elegant parlors & dining room,
National Register.
STAY ACTIVE ON
YOUR VACATION!
We want to make it as easy as possible for you to
stay active and healthy on your vacation! New Ulm
has a whopping 42 parks – plenty of opportunities
for picnics, playgrounds, disc golf, soccer and ball
fields, sledding hills, and wading pools! Check out
Flandrau State Park (p 32), located within our city
limits, for scenic hiking paths. Bring your bike! New
Ulm has a 13-mile paved bike loop around the city (p
30-31), as well as designated safe biking paths
throughout the city. Visit www.newulm.com or
stop by the Visitor Center for maps (1 N Minnesota
St, 507-233-4300).
BED and
BREAKFASTS
New Ulm Locations
*Bingham Hall Bed & Breakfast
500 South German
507-276-5070
www.bingham-hall.com
4 rooms; voted "Best in Midwest.” Bingham Hall
combines the warmth of our historical surroundings
with contemporary amenities.
*Deutsche Strasse Bed & Breakfast
(it means: "German Street")
404 South German
507-354-2005
www.deutschestrasse.com
Want to work-out while on vacation? New Ulm has
you covered! We have excellent facilities that welcome drop-in guests.
Recreation Center
122 S Garden St | 507-359-8347
www.ci.new-ulm.mn.us | more info on p. 33
*Anytime Fitness
512 1st South | 507-354-0700
www.anytimefitness.com
*Snap Fitness
1704 Westridge Rd | 507-359-8888
www.snapfitness.com
Already have an Anytime Fitness or Snap Fitness
membership in your hometown? Use your key fob
to enter our gyms 24-hours a day! Not a member?
No problem! You can pay a one-day fee to access
the facilities (call for staffed hours).
Rated #1 on Trip Advisor and the official Best Of
Minnesota 2014: Best Historic Bed & Breakfast. 1884
Historic home, four blocks from specialty shops,
restaurants and attractions. Five guest rooms, all
private baths, queen and king beds, High speed
internet access (Wi-Fi), evening beverages, some
rooms have fireplaces and whirlpools, four-course
homemade breakfast with a bottomless gourmet
coffee pot. Corporate rates available. A/C.
*Chamber of Commerce Member
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Worship
Times
9:00am
10:15am
6:30pm
Sunday Morning Worship
Sunday School & Adult Bible Class
Monday Service following first & third Sunday
Kinder Haus Daycare 507-354-1220
www.redeemernewulm.net
’S EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church ST. JOHN
627 South Washington • New Ulm • 354-6744
201 North State • 354-3641 • www.splnewulm.org
Saturday Service: 6:00pm
Sunday Services:
8:00am • 9:30am • 11:00am
Monday Evening: 6:30pm
St. Paul’s Lutheran School
126 South Payne • 354-2329
Providing Christ Centered Education
Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
NEW ULM AREA
CATHOLIC SCHOOLS
514 North WashingtonStreet • 507.354.2719
www.nuacs.com
St. Anthony Elementary
PreKindergarten - Grade 6
Cathedral High School
Grades 7-12
Ad Compliments of
Heymann Construction
210 3rd South Street • New Ulm • 507.354.3174
Worship: • Saturday at 7:00 pm
• Sunday at 8:00, 9:30 & 11:00 am
(no 11am service during summer months)
• Bible Class & Sunday School at 9:30 am
Where to WORSHIP
*Cathedral of the Holy
Trinity - Catholic
605 North State
507-354-4158
www.holycrossafc.org
newulmcathedral@hotmail.com
Masses: Sat. 5:00 pm, Sun.
8:00 am, 10:00 am, & 6:30 pm
Christ the King Lutheran ELCA
1515 North Garden
507-354-4672
christtheking-newulm.org
Worship: Sat. 5:30 pm
Sun. 9:00 am
Faith Lutheran Church - CLC
26 North State
507-354-4534
www.faithnewulm.com
Worship: Sun. 10:45 am
First Baptist Church
315 South Payne
507-354-3323
www.fbcnu.com
Worship: Sun. 10:45 am
*First United Methodist
Church
New Ulm’s First Church
1 North Broadway
507-354-3358
www.firstumcnewulm.org
Sunday Worship 9:30 am.
Wednesday Family Night supper and classes 5:30 pm
September-May
“Centered on Christ at Center
and Broadway”
*Grace Community
Church
311 North Minnesota
PO Box 532
New Ulm, MN 56073
507-354-0123
www.gracemn.org
admin@gracemn.org
Worship: Sun. 9:00 am at
New Ulm Community Center
River Valley
Christian Church
Kingdom Hall of
Jehovah's Witnesses
2111 North Garden
507-354-3310 or
354-4400 or 354-6702
Nora Unitarian Universalist
Church
12333 – 155th Ave, Hanska
507-439-6240
www.norauuchurch.org
facebook.com/norauuchurch
Sunday – Coffee 10:00,
Service 10:30 (Aug-June)
*Oakwood United
Methodist Church
1630 Oakwood Avenue
507-354-3731
Sundays at 9:30 am
www.oakwoodumcnewulm.org
*Our Savior's Lutheran
Church - ELCA
1400 South State
507-233-4430
www.oursaviorsnewulm.org
Sun. 8:15 & 10:30 am
Jun.-Aug. 9:00 am
joellen@oursaviorsnewulm.org
Redeemer Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
700 South Broadway
507-233-3470
www.redeemernewulm.net
Sunday Worship 9:00 am
River Valley
Christian Church
100 North Washington
507-354-5317
Sun. 10:00 am
love.jesus@comcast.net
www.ourchurch.com/
member/n/newulm/
*St. John's Evangelical
Lutheran Church - WELS
St. Peter's
Episcopal Church
125 South Broadway
507-354-3241
Call 507-359-1018 for
service schedule
*St. Mary's Catholic
Church
United Church of Christ (UCC)
301 South Minnesota
507-354-4242
uccofficenu@gmail.com
www.uccnewulm.org
Sunday Worship 10:00 am
Fellowship following service
627 South Washington
507-354-6744
www.stjohnsnewulm.org
Sat. 7:00 pm, Sun. 8:00, 9:30
& 11:00 am
417 South Minnesota
507-233-9500
www.stmarys-newulm.com
www.holycrossafc.org/churc
h-of-st-mary
Masses: Sat. 5:30 pm and
Sun. 9:00 am
*St. Paul's Evangelical
Lutheran Church - WELS
201 North State Street
507-354-3641
www.splnewulm.org
Sun. 8:00 am, 9:30 am, 11 am
Mon. 6:30pm
*Chamber of
Commerce member
100North Washington St.
507-354-5317
love.jesus@comcast.net
Worship Sundays at 9:30am
We warmly welcome visitors to join us for worship, the Word,
prayer, communion and fellowship each Sunday at 10:00am
Pastor Ric Jacobsen
507.354.3731 • oakwoodumcnewulm.org
(Children’s Church included)
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SCHOOLS
Martin Luther College (MLC),
at 1995 Luther
Court, overlooks New Ulm directly across from
Hermann Heights. Its landmark structure, Old Main, was
built in 1884. We invite you to come and visit our campus and enjoy the many activities connected with collegiate life. Take in one of the many annual dramatic productions. If you love music, we offer numerous vocal
and instrumental concerts throughout the year that
highlight the work of four choirs, as well as our Wind
Symphony, and handbell choir. We run a Division 3
NCAA athletic program, so there are always sporting
events to attend. Whether it be at our scenic football
bowl, soccer complex, softball field, or gymnasium you
are welcome to join the action. The MLC campus hosts
many community organizations throughout the year.
New Ulm’s Tennis Association, Soccer Association,
Community Concert, Rotary, and American Legion are
several groups who regularly make use of the college’s
courts, buildings, and athletic fields. We at MLC are
proud to be a part of the New Ulm community. We look
forward to welcoming you to our campus.
1995 Luther Court (across from Hermann) | 507-354-8221
PUBLIC SCHOOLS
(District 88)
www.newulm.k12.mn.us
Supt. Jeff Bertrang
jbertrang@newulm.k12.mn.us
CATHOLIC
SCHOOLS
St. Anthony's Elementary
507-359-2928
Jefferson Elementary
318 South Payne
507-359-8460
Cathedral High School
507-354-4511
Washington Elementary
910 - 14th North
507-359-8490
CHARTER
SCHOOL
New Ulm High School
414 South Payne
507-359-8420
River Bend Area Learning
Center
1315 South Broadway
507-359-8780
BAPTIST SCHOOL
New Ulm Christian School
315 South Payne
507-354-3323
New Ulm’s Favorite
Lafayette Charter School
351 - 6th Street
Lafayette, MN
507-228-8943
LUTHERAN
SCHOOLS
St. Paul's
Elementary School
126 South Payne
507-354-2326
Breakfast Served All Day | Full Menu + Dessert
Hot & Cold Specialty Drinks | Free Wi-Fi
Minnesota Valley Lutheran
High School
45638 - 561st Street
(Highway 14, between
New Ulm & Courtland)
507-354-6851
1727 South Broadway • New Ulm • 354-6688
Sunday-Thursday 6 am - 11 pm • Friday & Saturday Open 24 Hours
MRCI BARGAIN$
Super Center Mall - Hwy 14 W. Next to Wal-Mart
Monday thru Saturday - 10am-4pm • Thurs. 10am-7pm
Sunday 11am-3pm
Used Books and Espresso
• Clean, quality, used hardcover
& paperback books
• Gourmet Coffees & Beans
• Espresso Drinks
123 North Minnesota
Historic Downtown New Ulm | 359.4600
Open Monday-Friday 7:30am-5:30pm
Saturday 10am-5pm
Closed Sundays & Holidays
Clothing • Household Misc. • Antiques • Books • Furniture • Toys
All profits support vocational training for people with disabilities in New Ulm.
ING
OPEN20
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Antiques/Collectibles
Books
▼ Clothing/Shoes
▼ Electronics
▼ Fabric/Crafts
▼ Household/Misc.
▼ Toys/Games
LIKE US ON
▼
March
▼
Many one of a kind Treasures
1700 South Broadway • 354-6108
www.treasurehaus.org
Clothing ■ Housewares
■ Antiques ■ Books ■ Toys
■ Furniture
■
M, T, W, F, Sat. 10-5:30, Thurs. 10-7, Sun. Noon-4
1607 South Broadway, New Ulm • 359-8009
www.mnvac.org Convenient Parking • Next to Sears
Opportunities
for people and communities
ALL PROFITS SUPPORT MVL HIGH SCHOOL AND 13 OTHER MINISTRIES
MEGA WASH
for the
LAUNDRY
We have more washers and dryers available,
so you spend less time just waiting around.
✓ Extra-Capacity Washers
✓ Detergent & Softener
✓ Changer Machine
✓ Snack & Soda Machines
OPEN 24 HOURS
Super Center Square
Wednesday
Reg. Wash $1
(Next to Walmart)
New Ulm
Joy of
Learning
Proudly Inspired by our
New Ulm Area Members
CASTLE
College-Level but no tests, papers or age requirement.
The perfect way to expand knowledge while meeting other adults from the region.
Offering 3 terms per year with classes
in the arts, science, literature, history and more.
Annual Membership $95
Community And Seniors Together Learning Environment
600 North German Street | New Ulm | 507.354.3212
castleLLI@newulmtel.net
SEE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS AT:
newulmseniors.org/castle.html
J & J Shuttle Service
Trips from New Ulm to the Twin Cities!
Monday thru Friday - with weekend groups by request
Starting @ New Ulm 7:00 a.m. and leaving Twin Cities early afternoon.
Will pick up in towns enroute, and will deliver and
pick up from airports, hospitals,
clinics, residential areas.
We can cater any event!
1301 South Broadway • 354-8226
Lobby: M-Sa 7am-10pm • Su 8am-10pm
Drive-Thru: M-Sa 6:30am-11:30pm
Su 7:30a-10:30pm
tacojohns.com
For those with transportation benefits,
we are a special transportation provider
with the ability to bill Medical assistance.
507-359-9081 or 507-276-8800
Contact: Jerry or Julie Wendinger
55
Walnut Grove,
Minnesota
“Ma Ingalls” returns
to Walnut Grove!
Appearance of
KAREN GRASSLE
July 16-17
Restore.
Restyle.
Recreate.
We are an occasional shop with
a unique blend of home decor
including refinished furniture,
vintage decor, retail items and
Miss Mustard Seed’s Milk Paint
and Fusion Furniture Paint.
213 South Minnesota Street • New Ulm
507.276.4505
www.number 213.com
Outdoor drama
for the whole
family, based
on the life of
Laura Ingalls in
Walnut Grove.
Wilder Pageant
July 8-9, 15-16, 22-23
Call 888-859-3102
for tickets
Laura Ingalls
Wilder Museum
Open April – October
Eight Hands-On Buildings to View
888-528-7268 (888-LAURA-68)
www.walnutgrove.org
VISITOR CENTER
1 N MINNESOTA ST
DOWNTOWN
NEW ULM
1st
Best Small
Town for
History Buffs
Star Tribune
2nd
5th
8th
Coolest
City
Best
Oktoberfest
in the US
Safest
City
Highway
Highlights
USA TODAY
Movoto
STOP BY THE VISITOR CENTER FOR FREE COUPONS,
MAPS, SHOPPING GUIDES, HISTORICAL WALKING MAPS,
AND MORE!
www.newulm.com đ 888-463-9856
2015 South Broadway • New Ulm
www.hyvee.com
Hy-Vee
Fuel Saver &
Perks Card
WELCOME TO NEW ULM!
WE OFFER...
• Floral Shop –
• New Ulm’s only Full
Service Grocery Store (delivery available)
• Fresh Delicatessen – • ATM
featuring cheeses
• Dine-in or Take-out
from around the world Hy-Vee Kitchen
• Baked Fresh Bakery
• Postal Service
• Western Union
• Digital Kodak Kiosk
• Lottery
• Pharmacy
In Store & Drive Thru
354-9833
Mon-Fr 8-8; Sat 8-5; Sun 10-3
Hy-Vee Wine & Spirits
• Open 8am - 10pm Monday-Saturday • Great Selection of Liquor,
Wine & Beer • Find all the Schells Specialty Beers here
Hy-Vee Gas • 24-Hour Pay at the Pump
57
NEW ULM
•
233-8200
MADELIA
•
HANSKA
642-3236
439-6227
COURTLAND
359-2865
Member
FDIC
www.alliancebanks.com
New Ulm
507.354.8813
bankmidwest.com
NEW ULM
LA SALLE
Member FDIC
LAFAYETTE
LAKEVILLE
Member
FDIC
www.citizensmn.com
“
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100 North Minnesota • 1823 South Broadway
507-233-4700
www.frandsenbank.com
FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS:
Well help you get there
200 N. Broadway St. • New Ulm, MN 56073
507-359-2001 • www.unitedprairiebank.com
Established in 1919
MEMBER FDIC
Sleepy Eye •Springfield • New Ulm • St. Peter
1-877-794-6712
www.southpointfinancial.com
Member
FDIC
2101 South Broadway
New Ulm, Minnesota
507-359-2941
www.bestwesternnewulm.com
Complimentary Hot Continental Breakfast
Heated Pool & Whirlpool
Oversized Video Arcade & Fitness Center
Featuring Award-Winning Pizza & Wings
Outdoor Patio & Fireplace
www.greenmill.com/new-ulm
Nearly 12,000 square feet of event space
Divided Ballroom, pre-function space
Large Executive Boardroom
www.newulmconferencecenter.com
RESERVATIONS
(507) 354-3128
• FREE Wireless Internet
• Microwave &
Refrigerator
• 32” LCD TV’s
AARP Discounts
1315 North
Broadway
New Ulm
•63 Guest Rooms
•Singles, Doubles and
Suites Available
•Newly Renovated Rooms,
Indoor Pool and Spa
•All Flat Screen TVs With
Expanded Cable & HBO
•Free Continental Breakfast
•Free Wireless Internet
•40 Person Meeting Room
•Elevator
•Pets Accepted in designated
Rooms with permission
•Applebee's Across the
Parking Lot
•Most Rooms have
Refrigerators & Microwaves
•Accessible Rooms
•Construction Rates
•Sports Teams Welcome
424 20th South Street • New Ulm, MN
507-354-9800
www.microtelinn.com
www.nucolonialinn.com

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