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.

Join Us at the Betsy-Tacy Houses the First Two Saturdays in December

On December 7 and 14, we will reopen the beautifully decorated Houses for tours, shopping, and some holiday cheer! Though drop-in tour guests are welcome, we recommend making a reservation through our online reservation system to be sure we can accommodate everyone who wants to tour the Betsy-Tacy Houses.

Note: There is no fee to shop at Tacy’s House if you don’t want to take a tour.

Betsy-Tacy Houses Are Open for Private Tours

To request a private tour , 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.

Regular Business Hours Resume in May 2025

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.

Notes:

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

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

    FareHarbor (our online reservation system) is now charging a small booking fee ($1 or less per person) in addition to the tour fee. We still recommend that you book your reservation through FareHarbor, as 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: 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!

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. 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.

  • 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.

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.