Meetings are the first Thursday of the month at 7:00pm at the United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall.
A little bit of Preston history
Preston was founded by John Kaercher in 1853. The location was desirable as the Root River afforded opportunities for Kaercher to establish his flour mills along the river. The area offered abundant supplies of timber, water power, stonework, and railway service. Preston is named after the town’s first postmaster, Luther Preston, a good friend and employee of Mr. Kaercher.
Today Preston, the Fillmore County Seat, is a friendly community of 1,350 located in the Root River Valley. Preston offers a peaceful, small town atmosphere close to many interesting and recreational activities in southeast Minnesota’s Historic Bluff Country.
Located in the “Driftless Region” of the state, the Preston area was untouched by glaciers and is now a mecca of karst geology, hardwood forests, abundant wildlife, and numerous springs, brooks, and streams.
Become a part of Preston history today! Purchase a custom engraved brick to help support the new Depot Museum and Riverfront Center. These also make a wonderful Christmas Gift!
Use the link below to print the order form, or email prestonhistoricalsociety@gmail.com to request one be mailed to you.
Preston Historical Society
PO Box 138
Preston, MN 55965
www.prestonmnhistory.com
prestonhistoricalsociety@gmail.com
Recent News and History
The PHS raffle is underway with the raffle drawing occurring on August 7, 2025. Tickets are $5 each.
This is the first time PHS is conducting a cash raffle. There are only 1,500 tickets being sold with $3,000 in cash prizes, so chances of winning a cash prize are good. F&M Community Bank is donating $1 for each ticket sold. Reach out to a PHS member to inquire about purchasing a ticket.
$1,000 – Grand Prize
2 – $500 Prizes
2 – $250 Prizes
2 – $100 Prizes
6 – $50 Prizes
*Must be 18 or older to purchase tickets or win prizes. Winner responsible for any applicable fees or taxes.
