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HHH NEWS HORMEL HISTORIC HOME...where the past inspires the present

Hospitality ~ Education ~ Music ~ History November/December, 2020

The fall and holiday seasons should be a time to celebrate and marvel

over the fact that another year is coming to an end. In many ways I

think all of us are ready to move past the pandemic era of 2020, but I

anticipate 2021 opening with much of the same reality we are

currently facing.

Despite that reality, the Hormel Historic Home is offering a few

events that will hopefully provide joy and enrichment in a safe format.

We’ll still have music, history, autism awareness, holiday décor and

Santa all within a few weeks, but we’ll be doing so while observing

safety protocols such as the wearing of masks and limited capacity.

We hope to be able to host our annual events in 2021 like the

Wedding & Event Showcase and the Foodie Throwdown, but plans

are currently uncertain. I hope you will stay tuned to our calendar as

we try new things in order to fulfill the vision of George and Lillian

Hormel for their home to be a valuable resource for the community.

Stay well and stay in touch, Holly

With funding from the Hormel Foundation the HHH and Autism Friendly Austin has recently invested in expanding the Project Lifesaver program in Mower County.

6 members of the Austin Fire and Police Departments and 3 from the Mower County Sheriff’s Dept. have now received training in this important program aimed at assisting emergency personnel in locating vulnerable people who are prone to wander.

Autism Advocate...

ASD Parent/Caregiver Network Event via Zoom

Monday, November 16 ~ FREE Autism and Sensory Considerations

Presented by: Eric Ringgenberg, AuSM Education Program Director

This session will discuss sensory processing, including our eight sensory systems and differences that may impact individuals

with ASD.

A review will be given of sensory strategies to address sensory sensitivities.

Register by calling the HHH or emailing autism@hormelhistorichome.org

Lillian’s Table Recap

History Sweet Reads

Thanks to Primrose Retirement Center for producing a four segment series of entertaining and delicious cooking

demonstrations from the HHH kitchen. Stay tuned for more from Lillian’s Table soon.

My guess is that you, at some point in the last 8 months, have heard about, made reference to,

or even researched the 1918 Spanish Flu Pandemic. History can teach and guide so us we have

teamed up with the Mower County Historical Society to preserve the lessons of today. The

Covid-19 History Project will give voice to all ages and demographics to share the impact from

this historic season. People are struggling right now, but there have been some blessings mixed

in as well. We need to hear the stories to preserve them and allow the future to learn from

them.

To tell your story complete the form included inside or electronically on our website.

What a pleasure it has

been partnering with

Lisa from Sweet Reads

Bookstore as we absorb the lessons of

George Hormel in his autobiography The

Open Road. Cha pter by cha pter

our in-person and online groups have

read his words and learned about the

world in which he grew up and became

such a successful business man.

Join us on zoom for the last three

chapters: Nov. 9, 16, 23 $5 per session.

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Holiday Open House Schedule

Monday, November 9, 6 p.m.

Historic Treasures Mow er County Histor ica l Society Curator, Jaimie Timm, will bring items that are often tucked away in their collections building and not seen by the public. Hear the interesting history and stories behind the items.

Monday, December 14, 6 p.m.

History and adaptation of How the Grinch Stole Christmas by Dr. Seuss

Theatrically presented by Randy Forster and Lisa Deyo

Music...

An Evening with the Austinaires Monday, December 1, 2020 ~ 5:30 and 6:30 p.m. We are offering two seatings for you to enjoy the local favorite performing holiday classics Tickets are limited and must be purchased in advance. Peace Garden doors will open 15 minutes before each performance. Guests are invited to tour the lamp lit decorated home after each show. $5 per person

The holiday season at the Hormel Historic Home usually kicks off with a card party at which groups enjoy the first look at the beautifully decorated historic home and a delicious meal followed by an

afternoon of playing a game of their choice. In light of the pandemic we chose not to offer this tradition in 2020, but there will be a variety of opportunities for all to enjoy our festive and charming

environment.

Friday, Nov. 20

Holiday Open

House Tours

10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

$7-$15

Guests are invited to stroll through the house where the first floor will be beautifully decorated in holiday finery.

Ticket options: $7 tour the home with a hot beverage and enjoy live piano music.

$10 tour the home and take home a piece of HHH tradition: Cranberry Cake with Butter Sauce.

$15 tour the home and take home a luncheon complete with scones, tea sandwiches, and cranberry cake.

Saturday, Nov. 21

A Visit To Santa’s

Workshop

(SOLD OUT)

Santa is coming to the HHH this year, but he’ll be busy working in his

traveling workshop. Families will visit while he makes toys behind his

workbench. He’s even bring some reindeer in training and some of his

favorite elves. Many photo opportunities will be available for families

including a professional photo from Converse Candids.

Walk In Tours

If seeing the decorated home is your main priority, self-guided tours will be

available Monday through Friday, beginning November 23 during our

regular tour hours of 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. with a few exceptions.

FREE for HHH Members; $5 for non-members; Children are free

Mark you calendars: The 2020 Harris Music Contest will be held on Saturday, March 6 2021.

Social History—brought to you by the Hormel Historic Home, the Mower County Historical Society and the Friends of the Austin Public Library. Free to members; $5 non-members Light Snacks and Cash Bar available Space is limited so please call in advance to reserve a spot. Face masks are required.

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Hormel Historic Home Membership (as of 10/31/20)

Carriage Club ~ $25

2 Anonymous ~ Dorothy Anderson ~ Margo Anderson ~ Audrey Arneson ~ Stephen Barrett ~ Verneice

Beckel ~ Marva Blake ~ Deanna Brekken ~ Sharon Decker ~ Don & Marlene Fox ~ David & Gail Frein ~

Fern Giffin ~ Priscilla Golly ~ Tamra Hansen ~ Jean Hastings ~ Arlen & Jane Helfrich ~ Petra Ihrke ~

Sharon Jensen ~ Joyce Jones ~ Dolores "Pete" Judd ~ Chuck Keller ~ Diane Low ~ Marlys Minnich ~

Juanita Neuman ~ Marlene Paulson ~ Judy Pryor ~ Georgiann Simonson ~ Nancy Towne ~ Anita

Ulwelling ~ Gladys White ~ Rodney & Patricia White ~ Shirley Wickoren ~ Marie Wiese ~ Karen Wuertz

Inglenook Club ~ $40

1 Anonymous ~ Alice Anderson ~ Maria Gabriela Colmenares ~ Marlys Dunlop ~ James & Pam Fett ~

Janet Gilberson ~ Garry & Jill Hart ~ Jim & Vicky King ~ Penny Kinney ~ John & Donna Kluczny ~ Frank

& Monica Kubesh ~ Donna & Tom Maas ~ DiEtte Marx ~ Leslie Meyer ~ Ginny & Johns Peterson ~

Gretchen Ramlo ~ Kelly Rush & Jay Lutz ~ Donn Sandell ~ Greg & Jodi Vortherms ~Marsha Wilson

Atrium Club ~ $100

3 Anonymous ~ Mike & Patti Ankeny ~ Dan & Becky Astrup ~ Tim & Mary Barinka ~ Donald & Louise

Barnes ~ Nancy Beck ~ Arlene Bednar ~ Roger & Cheryl Boughton ~ Chad & Nadia Braaten ~ Clifton

Larson Allen LLP ~ Mark & Tammy Coffey ~ Duane Dahlback ~ Dan & Noelle Day ~ Alverne Diekman ~

Terry Dorsey ~ Mark & Rose Fett ~ Rich & Lori Gansen ~ Robert & Joyce Goetz ~Steve & Cheryl

Greenman ~ Joanne Hallman ~ Fred & Tracy Halvin ~ Joan Hanson ~ Drs. Gareth Hataye & Alaina

Softing Hataye ~ Heartman Insurance ~ Laura Helle & Matt Stobaugh ~ Janet Hokanson ~ Peggy Keener

~ Lorraine Krausert ~ Rose McCarthy ~ Jim & Jan Mino ~ Jerry & Evie Mohrfeld ~ Brandon & Carrie

Moore ~ Mark & Heidi Morey ~ Mary & Elmer Mueller ~ S. Duane & Connie Olson ~ Ruth & Wayne

Paulson ~ Char Plantikow ~ Chad & Laura Sayles ~ Jerry & Ellen Stark ~ Sweet Reads Bookstore ~ Steve

& Kimber Venenga ~ Sharon Wagner ~ Jerry & Mary Anne Wolesky

Peace Garden ~ $250

2 Anonymous ~ Nathan & Jaime Annis ~ Tim & Kathy Fritz ~ Scott & Jana Haynes ~ Corey & Lauren

Hegna ~ Elta Knudsen ~ Linda Maschka ~ Nelson Dental ~ Mike & Barb Ruzek ~ John & Nancy Stover ~

Dave Sylte ~ Bonnie & Pete Tangren ~ Carter & Meg Wagner ~ Craig & Nancy Welken ~ Mark & Sheri

Willrodt

Stained Glass Society ~ $500

Akkerman, Inc. ~ Sally Baker ~ Greg & Amy Baskin ~ Patrick Bradley ~ Bremer Bank ~ Kurt & Annette

Mueller ~ Larry & Teri Pfeil ~ Bonnie & Tim Rietz ~ Sterling State Bank

Preservation Society ~ $1000+

Sarah Hormel Everett ~ Randy & Wendy Kramer ~ Phil & Gail Minerich ~ Belita Schindler

Membership gifts fund the day-to-day operations of the Hormel Historic Home. We are an independent 501

(c)3 non-profit organization and do not receive federal, state or local government funding. If you would like

to join us in preserving the history and home of the Hormel family, please become a member today.

Thank you to Hannah Rosholt

Photography for making the staff at

the HHH look good.

L-R: Holly Johnson, Exec. Director

Amanda Barber, Operations Mgr./

Wedding Coordinator

Luke Harrington, Banquet Manager

Mary Barinka, Community Autism

Resource Specialist

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Shopping has become more of a challenge during Covid-19.

Let the HHH help!

Have a reader on your list? Consider giving The Open Road, the autobiography of George A. Hormel. Available in print or in e-book format.

Need a stocking stuffer? How about a trendy t-shirt honoring the value of sausage.

How about a music lover? A cd of jazz classics created by the Hormel family band would make a great gift.

A history buff? A Fine Hom e on W ater Street provides a historical review of how the Hormel family made Austin their home. We’ll even do the wrapping!

HHH Calendar of Events: November 7 Wedding Event

November 9 History’s Sweet Reads

November 9 History Happy Hour

November 16 History’s Sweet Reads

November 16 ASD Parent/Caregiver Event

November 20 Holiday Open House

November 21 Visit with Santa

November 23 History’s Sweet Reads

November 26 Happy Thanksgiving

November 27 Office/Tours Closed

December 1 Eve. With Austinaires

December 4 George Hormel B-day

December 12 History Happy Hour

December 19 Wedding Event

December 25 Closed for Christmas Hopeful events in 2021: January 24 Wedding & Event

Showcase

February 20 Foodie Throwdown

March 6 Harris Music Contest

April 18 Stepping Out for

Autism Walk

June 10 Autism Conference

featuring Judy Endow

All events are subject to change based on

the safety recommendations in place at the

time.

The Hormel family valued education and music and exuded a spirit of hospitality. Those

values carried on through the work of the Y.W.C.A. and continue today as the mission of

the Hormel Historic Home. Contact Us: 208 4th Ave. NW ~ Austin, MN 55912 ~ 507-433-4243

Office & Tour Hours: Monday—Friday 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Self-guided tours are free for members; $5 per person for non-members

Holly Johnson, Executive Director holly@hormelhistorichome.org

Amanda Barber, Operations Manager amanda@hormelhistorichome.org

Luke Harrington, Bar/Banquet Manager luke@hormelhistorichome.org

Mary Barinka, Community Autism Resource Specialist autism@hormelhistorichome.org

www.hormelhistorichome.org

Hormel Historic Home

208 4th Ave. NW

Austin, MN 55912

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