Ames-Florida-Stork House Museum

Ames-Florida-Stork House Museum Built in 1861, the Ames-Florida-Stork House was residence to three families until 1983. In 1986 it became home to the Rockford Area Historical Society.

We are here to share the history of the families and their community. Historic House museum listed on the National Register of Historic Places

06/19/2026

What an awesome lineup this year!! Pretty simple…great music, mega fun, and hanging with friends…all while supporting the Rockford Area Historical Society 😊

You can still enter the Ames-Florida-Stork House from County Road 10 while there is construction on the bridge. Feel fre...
06/08/2026

You can still enter the Ames-Florida-Stork House from County Road 10 while there is construction on the bridge. Feel free to drop in Fridays 10am-2pm to visit or take a tour. Call to schedule an appointment outside of Fridays.

I am saddened to share Dolores Ullstrum passed away this morning. She was a historian who’s knowledge of Lake Sarah was ...
06/07/2026

I am saddened to share Dolores Ullstrum passed away this morning. She was a historian who’s knowledge of Lake Sarah was second to none and loved writing about the area. Dolores was a longtime supporter of the Ames-Florida-Stork House Museum, we looked forward to her Memorial Day visits. Our heartfelt condolences go out to her family and friends.

Make this the year you see the Ames-Florida-Stork House Museum.
05/19/2026

Make this the year you see the Ames-Florida-Stork House Museum.

Thank you to all the volunteers who participated in Riverwork’s Day of Service. An amazing amount of cleanup was accompl...
05/09/2026

Thank you to all the volunteers who participated in Riverwork’s Day of Service. An amazing amount of cleanup was accomplished in the grounds. Your support is greatly appreciated ❤️

Virginia Bluebells (Mertensia virginica) are starting to appear in the sunny portions of our gardens.
04/16/2026

Virginia Bluebells (Mertensia virginica) are starting to appear in the sunny portions of our gardens.

With City of Rockford, MN – I just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉
04/14/2026

With City of Rockford, MN – I just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉

04/09/2026
THANK YOU to everyone who became a new member of the Rockford Area Historical Society during our January membership driv...
02/08/2026

THANK YOU to everyone who became a new member of the Rockford Area Historical Society during our January membership drive. We gained 20 new members during the month. Memberships not only support us financially, but new members bring new ideas and share new stories with us. For that we are extra grateful. If you have not renewed your 2025 membership, we ask that you do so soon. If joining keeps slipping your mind - here is another opportunity to at

Membership Options The year 2025 has been another exciting and rewarding year! The Ames-Florida-Stork House and grounds are looking beautiful with improvements such as the repair and replacement of windows …

We are thankful for the partnership we have with Rockford Area Schools ISD 883 and the Rockford Education Foundation. It...
01/13/2026

We are thankful for the partnership we have with Rockford Area Schools ISD 883 and the Rockford Education Foundation. It is truly a unique opportunity local students have to step back to life in Minnesota during the 1860’s.

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8131 Bridge Street
Rockford, MN
55373

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