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.

Please note that we are not open for public tours on July 5, August 30, or October 11, 2025

The House Are Open for Saturday Tours!

Our regular business hours are Saturdays, 1–3:30 p.m., May through October. Tours of Betsy’s and Tacy’s Houses are offered at 1 p.m., 1:45 p.m., and 2:30 p.m. The Shop is open from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Plan your visit now!

Notes:

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

  • We are not open for regular business hours on July 4th weekend, Labor Day weekend, or Indigenous Peoples Day weekend.

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 that you book a Saturday tour reservation through FareHarbor, as we cannot guarantee tour availability for walk-in visitors. If you need assistance with our online booking system, please leave a message at 507-345-9777 or email us. We’ll do our best to respond within two business days.

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!

Requesting a Private Tour

If you’re able to visit us on a Saturday when we’re open to the public, that is ideal. But if your schedule simply doesn’t allow that, you may request a private tour (with at least three business days’ notice), and we will do our best to accommodate you—though we can’t guarantee that a tour guide will be available.

Note: We do not offer private tours on Sundays.

To request a private tour, leave a message at 507-345-9777 or email us. We will do our best to get back to you within 48 hours.

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 in May–October, 12:45–3:30 p.m. You can volunteer for a monthly shift or just a few times a year, whatever your schedule allows. Training is provided, and you may shadow an experienced volunteer until you feel comfortable soloing. Please call (507-345-9777) or email us to learn more.

General Information on Touring the Houses

  • Group size is limited to 12 people per tour.

  • Groups comprising six or more children must be accompanied by an adult.

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

  • 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.

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.

We are excited about our new collaboration with Hotel Alexander in downtown Mankato and Arch + Cable (located in Bridge Plaza)! Executive Director Jennifer Davis-Kay spent a week at Arch + Cable during her most recent visit to Mankato and LOVED it! When you book your stay, be sure to mention that you’re a Betsy-Tacy fan – you might get a discount!