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KOWA · OWATONNA, MN
Minnesota State Public School Orphanage Museum
Explore the history of the children who lived at the State School, its museum, Cottage 11 and campus. Cottage access follows a separate seasonal schedule.
A day outWebsite checked Nov 5, 2026 · OWATONNA DEGNER RGNL
Before you go
Call to confirm hours.
Best days: Dedicated museum site: weekdays 8 am–4:30 pm, weekends 1–5 pm; major holidays closed. Parent society omits Monday. Confirm Monday visits.
Call the FBO 507-774-7369 Official website ↗Ground-visit planning only. Use current aviation sources for weather, NOTAMs, airport restrictions and aircraft suitability.
From the airplane to your destination
Off airport. Airport courtesy car has a two-hour limit unless arranged; secure return transportation for a longer visit.
Getting to the entrance
Call to confirmThe pedestrian route and gate access have not been verified. Ask before leaving the aircraft.
Ground transportation
Published sourceCourtesy car is first-come, local-only during posted airport hours, maximum two hours unless otherwise arranged; airport also lists rental delivery/taxis.
Source ↗Checked 2026-11-05Reservations & arrival times
Published sourceGroups of ten or more can arrange guided tours; contact museum for scheduling and fee.
Source ↗Checked 2026-11-05Facilities
Call to confirmRestrooms, showers and other visitor facilities have not been independently confirmed.
Airport & FBO contacts
Airport contact · Owatonna Degner Regional Airport — Dave Beaver, manager · 507-444-2448Source ↗ · Source checked 2026-11-05Current airport office; services page separately gives after-hours 507-774-7141.
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Sources & research notes
- Confirm Monday museum access and exact Cottage 11 March opening.
- Reserve suitable transport; courtesy-car use is not guaranteed.
- Museum and seasonal cottage · Minnesota State Public School Orphanage Museum — operatorChecked 2026-11-05 · website checked
- Hours discrepancy · Steele County Historical Society — indexed parent siteChecked 2026-11-05 · search reference
- Courtesy-car restrictions · City of Owatonna — ground transportationChecked 2026-11-05 · website checked