Lyon County Museum set to reopen soon

Following the new safety measures outlined by Gov. Walz, the Lyon County Museum in Marshall will reopen on Monday, June 29.
The museum hours have changed. The museum will be open from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday, noon-4 p.m. on Saturday, and closed on Sunday.
Museum staff will be wearing masks and encourages others to also wear masks. Hand sanitizer will be available throughout the building.
All visitors should check in at the front desk. To ensure proper social distancing, please limit your group to six or less for the exhibit galleries and two or less for genealogy/research center. For the genealogy/research center, the museum asks that you first make an appointment.
The ice cream shop will be open. At this time, however, only Schwan’s ice cream novelties, water and pop will be sold.
The gift shop will be open. Visitors are asked not to touch items, unless there is an intent to purchase.
For donations, please call first to discuss offered artifacts for the museum’s collection. When donation are determined appropriate for adding to the museum’s collection, an appointment will be made for drop off and instructions. The museum will continue to offer curbside pickup for donations if you choose at the time of appointment.
The museum will be learning the “new normal” along with its visitors ... so please be patient.
Not a member yet? Visit www.lyoncountymuseum.org and click on Gift Shop. Memberships can be purchased online or checks can be mailed to LCHS, 301 W. Lyon St., Marshall, MN 56258. Memberships fully support exhibits, preservation, and programs at the Lyon County Museum.
For those who prefer to remain away from public spaces, the museum staff will continue to serve you through email and phone requests, and through history content online. Follow them on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Or visit their website.
For more information and for setting up a research or donations appointment, call 507-537-6580 or email director@lyoncountymuseum.org.

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