Requesting an Off-Season Tour
The Betsy-Tacy Houses are open to public every Saturday afternoon between May and October. During our off-season, you may request a 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 tours on Sundays. There will be no tours on Thanksgiving Day.
To request a tour, leave a message at 507-345-9777 or email us. We will do our best to get back to you within 48 hours.
Off-season tour fees (for both BTS members and non-members):
Seniors (age 62+): $13 • Youth (ages 6–12): $10
Adults (ages 20–61): $15 • Children age 5 or under: FREE
Teens (ages 13–19): $13
Note: There is a $30 minimum for off-season tours regardless of group size.
Volunteering at the Betsy-Tacy Houses
Volunteers are needed to lead tours during the week. Tours are approximately 90 minutes, and training is provided. You may also shadow an experienced volunteer until you feel comfortable soloing.
When we reopen in May, volunteers will also be 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.
Please call (507-345-9777) or email us to learn more.
The Betsy-Tacy Houses Will Reopen May 2, 2026
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!
Note:
There is no fee to visit the Shop in Tacy’s House.
We are closed on the weekends of Memorial Day, July 4, Labor Day, and Indigenous Peoples Day.
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!
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. If you are not able to climb stairs, we’re happy to share with you the video “Upstairs at Betsy’s House.”
There are bathrooms in both houses.
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!