Photo of Tacy's House. Shows the large 2 story white home with a sidewalk leading up to the front door.
Photo of Betsy's yellow two story home. Has a sidewalk, stairs and a small open white porch before entering in through the front door.

The Betsy-Tacy Houses Will Re-Open to the Public on April 27

Our regular season for drop-in visitors and Saturday tours is May through October. However, you may request a private tour of Betsy’s House at any time, and we will do our best to accommodate you. (Tacy’s House is temporarily closed for tours while we complete some needed maintenance.)

Note: Want to explore Betsy’s neighborhood on your own, either in person or virtually? Check out the various Deep Valley guides we offer on our Resources page!

To request a private tour of Betsy’s House, please leave a message at 507-345-9777 or email us. We will get back to you as soon as possible (it may take a day or two).

Private tour fees (for both BTS members and non-members):

  • Seniors (age 62+): $12 • Youth (ages 6–12): $8

  • Adults (ages 20–61): $15 • Children age 5 or under: FREE

  • Teens (ages 13–19): $12

Note: There is a $30 minimum for private tours regardless of group size.

Volunteering at the Betsy-Tacy Houses

Volunteers are needed to lead tours and work in the Shop each Saturday, 1–3:30 p.m., May–October. You can volunteer for a monthly shift or just a few times a year, whatever your schedule allows. Training is provided. Please call (507-345-9777) or email us to learn more!

Regular Saturday business hours will resume in May 2024

Our regular business hours are Saturdays, 1–3 p.m., May through October. Tours of both Houses are offered at 1 p.m., 1:45 p.m., and 2:30 p.m.

Note: We are not open for regular business hours on Memorial Day weekend (May 25), July 4th weekend (July 6), or Labor Day weekend (August 31), though private tours may be available. To request a private tour, please leave a message at 507-345-9777 or email us, and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Saturday tour fees:

  • BTS members: FREE • Teens (ages 13–19): $8

  • Seniors (ages 62+): $8 • Youth (ages 6–12): $5

  • Adults (ages 20–61): $10 • Children age 5 or under: FREE

We strongly recommend making a reservation through our online reservation system. We cannot guarantee tour availability for walk-in visitors. If you need assistance with our system, please leave a message at 507-345-9777 or email us.

Note: There is no fee to visit the Shop in Tacy’s House.

General information on touring the Houses:

  • Group size is limited to eight people (adults and children) per tour.

  • Children age 12 or under must be accompanied by an adult.

  • Masks are recommended but not required inside the Betsy and Tacy Houses. 

  • Both Houses are generally accessible, although the only way to access the second floor of Betsy’s House is via a flight of stairs.

  • There are bathrooms in both houses.

Note: COVID may affect our open hours. We’ll announce
any changes here and on the BTS Facebook page.

A photo of the inside of the Moulin Rouge House. Shows the red couch and chair with a bright "U" Shaped window with red curtains drawn back and real hardwood floors.

The Moulin Rouge House

Where to Stay in Deep Valley

Several Mankato lodging establishments have a Betsy-Tacy connection!

The Moulin Rouge House B&B was owned by Betty Hunt’s (Winona Root’s) aunt and uncle. The same owners also operate the Laven House, another beautiful B&B in Betsy’s neighborhood, which was previously owned by BTS president Candy Laven and husband Doug – the twin forces behind much of the renovation at Betsy’s House.

The Mankato City Center Hotel is located on the site of Mr. and Mrs. Poppy’s Melborn Hotel.